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Smart CIOs Do This: The Unspoken Rules of Cybersecurity Leadership with Andrew N. Griffiths

Smart CIOs Do This: The Unspoken Rules of Cybersecurity Leadership with Andrew N. Griffiths

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🎙 Smart CIOs Do This: The Unspoken Rules of Cybersecurity Leadership with Andrew GriffithsIn this expert-driven episode, legacy CEO and cybersecurity strategist Andrew Griffiths joins Julie Riga to share the 3 essential ingredients smart CIOs use to protect and transform their organizations: visibility, proactive planning, and strategic implementation. With roots in Jamaica and a passion for technology, leadership, and purpose, Andrew reveals why today’s IT leaders must evolve, stay alert, and resolve conflict before crises strike. He unpacks how CIOs can assess vulnerabilities, employ multi-vendor strategies, and align infrastructure with corporate growth—all while designing with people, not just profits, in mind. From cybersecurity posture ratings to cloud-scale redundancy, this is a guide for tech leaders who believe in building resilient foundations. Bonus: we hear about Andrew’s favorite Jamaican food (ackee and corned pork) and his journey to building Annexus Technologies, a firm that protects data across the planet.In this episode, Julie sits down with Andrew Griffiths, a legacy-minded CEO and founder of Annexus Technologies, a multinational IT firm known for building infrastructure so strong it rarely needs fixing. Andrew is a strategist, philosopher of security, and storyteller with a deep belief in designing systems that protect people, not just profits.Together, they dive deep into the three essential ingredients for CIO success and explore the unspoken rules of cybersecurity leadership that smart CIOs follow to protect their organizations.Guest BackgroundAndrew Griffiths is the CEO and founder of Annexus Technologies, a cybersecurity firm registered in Jamaica since 2014, now expanding into Canada. Andrew's unique perspective on IT infrastructure was shaped by early exposure to satellites, electronics, and various technologies, leading him to see IT as ubiquitous and transformative. His philosophy centers on optimizing existing systems and connecting people through technology.Fun Fact: Andrew's favorite food is ackee and corned pork - a unique twist on Jamaica's national dish that substitutes corned pork for the traditional saltfish.Key Topics DiscussedThe Three Ingredients for CIO Success:1 Visibility & AssessmentUnderstanding what's happening both inside and outside your networkThe importance of secure design for internal and external domainsImplementing layers of trust with zero-trust principles2 Proactive Analysis & PlanningMoving from prevention to proactivityUnderstanding your cybersecurity posture rating (0-100)Identifying compromised credentials on the dark webCreating mitigation plans for when breaches occur3 Strategic ImplementationBalancing cost-effectiveness with security requirementsPlanning for short-term, medium-term, and long-term security needsAligning business objectives with IT infrastructureThe Annexus Approach:Public Domain Assessments: Understanding external security postureMulti-standard Compliance: Meeting GDPR, PIPEDA, PCI, and other international standardsProactive Monitoring: Real-time detection of network scanning attemptsVirtual Network Infrastructure: Creating controlled environments for threat analysisKey Insights for CIOsThe Trust-Building Challenge:Cybersecurity sales cycles can take 6 months to a year due to trust requirementsBuilding relationships requires patience and consistent educationSometimes you need to wait for organizations to validate the need themselvesTo learn more about Julie Riga and her mission to help you stay on course and lead with confidence and clarity, visit:🌐 www.julieriga.com🌟 Explore transformative coaching sessions at www.beforeilead.com🔗 Connect with me on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/julieriga
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