Oz Alashe MBE: Geopolitics, cyber attacks and the human errors behind them
The Business Leader PodcastShow Notes
From being a Special Forces Lieutenant Colonel to founding an innovative cyber security and data analytics company, Oz Alashe MBE has solidified his place as one of the UK's leading voices in the tech sector.
A man who's made a name for himself walking the walk, Oz has a passion for cyber security, impactful leadership and social equality. His background has given him a unique insight into the socio-technical realities and human aspect of cyber security.
He also has a decorated track record of developing strategy, driving innovation and leading implementation in both the public and private sectors.
Here's what we discussed:
What inspired you to get into cyber security? (0:44) How has your military experience transcended the world of cyber security? (03:13) What are currently the most common cybersecurity threats? (05:36) What exposed you to the world of tech and led you to set up your company? (07:42) Why do you feel it's important to focus on human errors and the roles humans play in cyber threats? (10:51) What are the most common human-caused errors that open up a business to the threat of cyber attacks? (13:10) What can businesses do to reduce the risk of cyber attacks? (17:10) How has the pandemic and working from home impacted the threat of cyber attacks? (21:59) How will cyber threats change in the future? (24:37) You've recently raised £22.4m in a Series B funding round. Could you tell us what the process was like and do you have any tips for other founders going through that process? (29:56) How has your leadership style and technique changed as your business has grown? (34:56) Answer the Internet: Why aren't cyber attacks something worthy of a declaration of war? (39:35) What makes a great business leader? (41:37)
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