The AI revolution is here, but how do we ensure it's safe? Join Fed Ninjas and Birdie Green as we explore the critical concept of "AI guardrails." Discover what they are, why they're essential for secure adoption, and how organizations are implementing risk management, continuous monitoring, and ethical frameworks to build trustworthy AI systems.

In this episode, we sit down with Kenny Scott, CEO and Co-founder of Paramify, to explore how compliance is evolving from a regulatory burden into a powerful business enabler. Kenny shares insights from his journey through startups, enterprise sales, and leading a team that helps organizations operationalize frameworks like FedRAMP and NIST. Learn how Paramify is transforming manual security reviews into scalable, software-driven processes that build trust faster and unlock growth.

Machine identities now outnumber human users, creating a massive, under-addressed cybersecurity risk. In this episode, Sagi Haas and Andrew Luhrmann of Clutch Security break down the critical need for non-human identity (NHI) management. We explore how unmanaged service accounts, API keys, and OAuth tokens drive real-world breaches — and what security teams can do about it. From gaining visibility to changing developer culture, learn why non-human identity management must become a core pillar of your cybersecurity strategy.

In this episode of Fed Ninjas, we welcome cybersecurity expert Anthony Horn to discuss the fast-paced world of Security Operations Centers (SOCs). Anthony shares his journey from intern to SOC analyst, the importance of incident response, and the evolving tactics of cyber threats, including "living off the land" attacks. They explore the role of red and blue teams, AI-driven threats, and the critical need for cybersecurity awareness. Anthony also offers insights on career paths, networking, and hands-on learning to break into the field.

Discover how Craig Taylor, CEO of CyberHoot, is revolutionizing cybersecurity education with gamification and positive reinforcement. Learn how CyberHoot’s innovative training methods empower individuals and businesses to build cyber resilience.

In this episode, Bertie Green joins us as we dive deep into the intersection of AI adoption, cybersecurity, and enterprise risk management. Our experts discuss the biggest challenges and opportunities organizations face when integrating AI into their workflows. Topics include: The AI Consumption Dilemma – Should companies build their own AI models or use off-the-shelf solutions? AI Security Risks – Data loss prevention, unauthorized access, and AI-powered threats. LLM Poisoning & Prompt Injection Attacks – How bad actors can manipulate AI models.

Maurice and Eric discuss cyber security issues that are top of mind for security leaders going into 2025 and give an overview of some of the upcoming topics to be expanded in the next episodes.

In this episode of Fed Ninjas, we discuss the emerging impact of AI tools like Google Notebook LM on modern workflows and how AI can transform content creation by turning documents into engaging podcast formats and discuss the practical applications and potential implications of these technologies in various professional settings. The conversation also touches upon the importance of responsible data stewardship and security, emphasizing the need for companies to balance innovation with safety. Lessons from historical technologies, such as the printing press and early digital cameras, are used to illustrate how disruptive tech can create new opportunities while maintaining human oversight and ethical considerations in AI deployment.