Podcast: An Interview with Cybersecurity Expert Christian Espinosa

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Podcast Summary: Software Spotlight Featuring Cybersecurity Solutions from Blue Goat Cyber

Christian Espinosa has over 30 years of experience in cybersecurity, protecting companies from online threats. He recently appeared on the Software Spotlight podcast to discuss the work of his firm, Blue Goat Cyber.

Learning By Doing

Espinosa got his start in cybersecurity in the military. “I used to be in the Air Force in the military,” he explained. “I did it for the Air Force as a DoD contractor. I worked for DHS for a while. and numerous government agencies.” This hands-on experience taught him how to secure systems from real-world attacks.

When asked about what led him to start his own company, Espinosa said, “I found myself back into cybersecurity. I felt like all the investment I put into cybersecurity, I might as well. stay in the field.” His past success gave him the confidence to start Blue Goat Cyber.

Custom Solutions

At Blue Goat Cyber, Espinosa focuses on providing “superior cybersecurity solutions that align with your specific needs.” The firm offers services like penetration testing, which simulates cyber attacks to find vulnerabilities.

Espinosa highlighted that “we have to make the assumption people are going to click on phishing emails and put controls in place around that.” Rather than relying on more training, he focuses on practical protections.

Helping Healthcare

An area Espinosa specializes in is medical device security. He explained that “if someone hacks into an implantable device, like a pacemaker, you could shock somebody over and over and over and kill them.” Securing devices like pacemakers and surgical robots is crucial for patient safety.

Long-Term Partnerships

Espinosa emphasized that his company is “not a ‘one-and-done' company” when it comes to cybersecurity. He said, “We value long-term relationships where we help you protect your data.” This allows Blue Goat Cyber to provide continuing value over time.

Real-World Example

Espinosa shared an example of how Blue Goat Cyber helped a client. Originally, the client wanted a basic test of their new software's security. After finding issues, Espinosa's team convinced them to allow a more in-depth test. This uncovered a major vulnerability that could have exposed customer data. Because of this experience, the client now involves Espinosa's team early on when developing new software.

Securing Your Company With Blue Goat Cyber

Interested companies can schedule a free Discovery Session through Blue Goat Cyber's website. This consultation will explore your firm's needs and how Espinosa's services can address them.

For small and medium businesses, Espinosa emphasized focusing on the most impactful security controls first. “If you only do these, that's okay,” he said. “Because you don't have a big enough budget, you don't have the resources to do everything.”

With over 30 years of experience, Christian Espinosa has protected companies, medical devices, and government systems from cyber threats. At Blue Goat Cyber, he offers customized solutions tailored to each client's unique security needs. By partnering for the long term, Espinosa helps ensure companies have the protections to enable them to operate safely.

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