Cyber Risk Podcast - Safe Security

The Cyber Risk
Podcast

Introducing a new podcast series that delves deep into the latest trends, innovations, and insights in cybersecurity and cyber risk management.

Third-Party Risk Management Goes Agentic in 2026 EP 9

Vincent Scales

Lead Director, GRC at CVS Health

In this episode, SAFE’s Chief Product Officer Saket Bajoria sits down with Vincent Scales (Lead Director, GRC at CVS Health) to unpack why TPRM is hitting a breaking point – more vendors, more risk, same headcount. They explore how Agentic AI is changing vendor assessments, reducing questionnaire churn, and turning TPRM into a faster, decision-grade function for the business.

Why Third-Party Risk Is an Insider Threat in Disguise EP 8

Hardik Mehta

Global Head of Risk and Regulatory Compliance at JPMorgan Chase (formerly of Uber)

Hardik Mehta, Global Head of Risk and Regulatory Compliance at JPMorgan Chase (formerly of Uber), explains how third-party risk can become an insider threat. Discover a blueprint – including risk quantification, flipped GRC, and AI with human oversight – to turn vendors from a liability into a managed part of your risk portfolio.

Reconciliation, Chasing, and Communication EP 7

Lindsay Baker

Third-Party Risk Leader at Instacart

Lindsay Baker, Third-Party Risk Leader at Instacart, discusses real-world pain points behind vendor-risk management. Uncover what’s broken in reconciliation, chasing, and communication – and get a roadmap to fixing it with autonomous TPRM.

Scaling Cyber Risk Bottoms-Up EP 6

Ravi Chinni

Head of Identity and Access Management at S&P Global

Managing cyber risk at scale is no easy feat—especially in large enterprises where the attack surface is constantly expanding. In this episode of the Cyber Risk Podcast, Ravi Chinni, Head of Identity and Access Management at S&P Global, shares sharp, real-world insights on tackling everything from collecting data from disparate sources, assessing business impact, and prioritizing the risk that matters most. How do you ensure teams take the right actions, and executives stay informed on risk burndown? And how can CISOs make this flow seamless across a global enterprise? Tune in to find out.

“Risk” in Governance, Risk and Compliance EP 5

Rob Tennant

Deputy CISO at Cotality (formerly CoreLogic)

How should risk really fit into GRC? In this episode, Rob Tennant, Deputy CISO at Cotality (formerly CoreLogic), joins Pankaj Goyal to discuss why risk should lead the way in Governance, Risk, and Compliance. Tune in to learn why risk needs to lead the way in GRC frameworks, how real-time risk monitoring drives smarter security decisions, and the business benefits of integrating cyber risk with governance and compliance.

100% Autonomous Third-Party Risk Management EP 4

Michael Johnson

CISO at Meta Financial Technologies

Michael Johnson, CISO at Meta Financial Technologies (formerly of Capital One and U.S. Department of Energy), unpacks the increasing focus around TPRM. He discusses why few organizations get it right, why it needs to be continuous, and how to effectively communicate risk to stakeholders.

The Complexities of Risk Management EP 3

Vinod Madhavan

Senior Director of Cybersecurity, Governance, Risk, and Compliance at Honeywell

In this episode, we sit down with Vinod Madhavan, Senior Director of Cybersecurity, Governance, Risk, and Compliance at Honeywell. As the GRC leader of a Fortune 500 company with a global footprint, Vinod navigates cyber risk daily. But here’s the twist—he challenges conventional wisdom on GRC and cyber risk management. Join Vinod and Pankaj Goyal, as they break down the complexities of risk management in a large enterprise – uncovering the nuances, challenges, and strategies that truly matter. Don’t miss it!

Identifying Top Risk Scenarios in Your Business EP 2

Zach Cossairt

Unlock the secrets to smarter cyber risk management in this episode with Zach Cossairt! We break down what cyber risk really means for businesses, how to accurately measure likelihood and impact, and the frameworks that streamline risk treatment. Zach and Resha bring cyber risk to life with sharp insights and real-world analogies—helping your security teams tackle threats effectively while aligning with business goals. Don’t miss this engaging deep dive into making cyber risk more visible, actionable, and understandable!

Managing Cyber Risk at Enterprise Scale EP 1

David Reilly

Join us as we chat with David Reilly about the basics of cyber risk and where it fits in the world of business. We cover everything from defining cyber risk and its place in business to why a holistic approach is critical. Learn about the challenges of measuring dynamic risks, leveraging AI and automation for prioritization, and best practices for clear stakeholder communication. Whether you’re a risk manager or a security leader, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you prepare for 2025 and beyond.