Adversarial Podcast Ep. 17 - 2025 CISO Compensation Survey, Okta layoffs and employee value, TLS inspection

This podcast episode discusses several cybersecurity topics from the perspective of CISOs and security professionals. The hosts and guests analyze a CISO compensation survey, revealing significant differences between public and private company increases, and debate the expanding role of Identity and Access Management (IAM) within security teams. They also explore the risks associated with abandoned cloud storage buckets and the implications of a recent Biden executive order on age verification. Finally, the panel discusses the impact of AI on the cybersecurity job market and the evolving role of SOC 2 audits. A key takeaway is the critical need for a more nuanced understanding of IAM responsibilities and the potential for AI to automate certain security tasks while creating new, more complex roles.