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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The Future of Finance: How Fractional CFOs Help Tech Companies Grow

In this CyberSound episode, we explore how fractional CFOs are transforming financial strategy for technology and cybersecurity companies. Jason Pufahl and Michael Grande speak with Steve Bernet, Partner at Fintelos, about why growing tech organizations benefit from strategic finance earlier than they realize.

The conversation dives into the rise of fractional CFO services, data-driven decision making, capital markets trends, financial planning for IT and cybersecurity providers, and how AI is reshaping modern finance. This episode offers practical insight for leaders looking to scale responsibly, strengthen financial operations, and navigate today’s rapidly changing business landscape.

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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 28

Google Do’s And Don’ts – How To Protect Your Privacy

Today, Jason Pufahl and Steven Maresca discuss easy steps you can take to feel more confident about protecting your personal data while using any browser or Cloud-based application.

Podcast Episode 27

New Requirements to get Insured

In this episode of CybersoundTM, Jason Pufahl, Steve Maresca, and Matt Fusaro discuss the stringent parameters on insurance policy renewals, particularly dealing with #cybersecurity.

Podcast Episode 26

The Main Frame Connecticut Public Act 21-119

He sits down with Jason Pufahl, Steve Maresca, and Matt Fusaro to discuss a local government act–Public Act 21-119–that encourages businesses to take on cybersecurity frameworks that may protect them from data breach lawsuits.

Podcast Episode 25

2022: The Year Ahead Part 2

In 2022, we will see actions on cloud infrastructure vulnerabilities taking place to help the workforce continue to move ahead with a sense of safety. Organizations use in-house tools and various software components with third-party providers, all to create a secure infrastructure. Or, does it?

How can you shift risk and fortify your infrastructure as we rely greater upon the cloud? Let’s find out.

Podcast Episode 24

A Year In Review Part 1

Join Jason, Steve, and Matt as they look back on how organizations are adjusting to a hybrid workforce and the technical concerns that pose to today’s workforce.

Podcast Episode 23

Security is Not Optional

Jason and Matt sit down with Michael Grande, CEO, and President of TBNG Inc. to discuss why oversight can cause issues for any type of business, no matter the size or type of data they have, and how being proactive is key. In the age of ransomware attacks— security is not optional.

Podcast Episode 22

Ransomware Attack: The First 48

What do you do when that happens? Where do you turn for incident response? How will your team prepare? The next few moments of CyberSound may help you get ready for the first steps of that emergency if it ever happens.

Podcast Episode 21

How Does Santa REALLY Know What to Bring You?

Spend the next few minutes listening to what Santa wants to bring you for the holidays—and you should want him to bring you those things. Happy Holidays!

Podcast Episode 20

Cyber-Incident Monday

Learn how to safeguard your secret numbers and passwords? Join the Vancord team as they share the warning signs and provide some safety tips to ensure your identity remains yours during the holiday season.

Podcast Episode 19

Preventing the Burnout: Preparing for time off

Today, Jason, Matt, and Steve sit down with a licensed clinical social worker of 17 years, Lisa Grande. She will lead the conversation around the topic of professional burnout and how to make yourself a priority and allow yourself to recharge and unplug from work. It’s not about work-life balance as much as it is finding success.