Vancord CyberSound Podcast

Protect your business with tips & tactics from our IT security experts

CyberSound podcast
CyberSoundTM is a podcast built by and for business owners and professionals. Tune in as our cybersecurity experts cover the latest news regarding IT security, the most recent and relevant threats organizations are facing today, and provide tips to keep your business safe.

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Cybersecurity in Higher Ed: Columbia University on IT Decentralization and Governance

Colleges and universities face unique cybersecurity challenges, especially when IT is decentralized. In this CyberSound episode, Eric Baumgart, Director of Cybersecurity at Columbia University, shares how his team manages risk across a complex academic environment. From handling shadow IT and enclave networks to building trust across departments (sometimes with cookies), Eric offers practical insight into governance, compliance, and securing diverse user groups in higher ed.

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Meet the Hosts of CyberSoundTM

CyberSoundTM is hosted by cybersecurity professionals who work in the industry on a daily basis. Meet Vancord’s Jason Pufahl, Steven Maresca and Michael Grande.
Jason Pufahl

VP Security Services
Director, Board of Directors

Steven Maresca

Principal Architect, vISO

Michael Grande

President & CEO
Chair, Board of Directors

Most Recent Episodes

Podcast Episode 1

The Cybersecurity Fundamentals

In this session we chat about the basics of cybersecurity, how to implement it, and the cost of not doing so.