About the Episode
In the second part of our two-part series on IT posture management, Becky Scott continues her conversation with Doug Cahill, technology industry leader, GTM advisor, and startup mentor. This time, they explore the critical role of identity in posture management and its impact on securing modern IT environments.
Doug discusses the increasing risks posed by identity sprawl, overly permissive access, and the erosion of traditional security perimeters. He also shares actionable insights into how organizations can implement Zero Trust principles, adopt a lifecycle approach to access, and prioritize pragmatic wins for long-term success.
If you’re looking for practical strategies to align your IT and business policies while strengthening security, this episode is packed with invaluable insights.
About the Speakers
Becky Scott, Head of References and Community, JumpCloud
Becky Scott is the Head of Total Community and Customer References at JumpCloud, which includes community, influencer outreach, reviews, and case studies. At her core, Becky is a builder (community), connector (people and resources), and an enabler (networking, awareness, outreach, insights, and yes, connections).
Doug Cahill, Technology Industry Leader | GTM Advisor | Startup Mentor
After being an executive team member at 6 startups, Doug became an industry analyst advising technology companies of all sizes from seed stage to market leading large cap brands. His experience at cybersecurity, cloud services, storage, networking, and database vendors has included leadership roles in product management, marketing, strategic alliances, business development, and channel management focused on go-to-market strategy and execution. He has learned invaluable lessons from being part of both successful exits from pre-revenue to liquidity and failed ventures.