In this episode of the Risk Reward Podcast, we chat with Lochie Wilson, a cybersecurity and data management expert, who shares his insights into the evolving landscape of cybersecurity in the financial services sector. 

Lochie talks about his journey from a tech-savvy teenager to working in various roles, including government and private sectors, offering a wealth of knowledge. 

Our conversation covers the importance of having an incident response plan, the pragmatic use of frameworks like Essential Eight, and the impact of AI and sophisticated phishing attacks. Lochie emphasises the need for tailored cybersecurity strategies, the benefits of external assurance, and the dynamic nature of cybersecurity threats and solutions. 

We conclude our conversation by discussing trends in regulatory frameworks, the role of MSPs, and practical advice for financial services firms looking to strengthen their cybersecurity posture. 

Thank you to our sponsors Beyond Billables https://www.beyondbillables.com/ and Rayne Legal https://www.rayne.com.au/.

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