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Ep 39: This is your first ransomware attack, not ours

On this episode of Masters of Data, we sat down with Steven Manley, CTO of Druva, to get the unfiltered truth about ransomware: it's not a matter of if you'll be breached, but when, and bad actors are now launching hundreds of attacks at a surprisingly low cost. We dig into why attackers lurk undetected for 200-plus days, how AI is being weaponized for everything from eerily convincing voice phishing to secretly training your own AI systems against you, and why your most protected assets are rarely what gets hit first.

Ep 38: Wheels up, systems down: cybersecurity at cruising altitude

In this episode of Masters of Data, we buckle up and explore the staggering technological complexity behind the airline industry, from managing IoT devices across global fleets to navigating the data chaos of mergers and acquisitions. We dig into the delicate balance airlines strike between aging legacy systems and risky upgrades, and why getting that wrong isn't just costly but potentially catastrophic. We also look at how forward-thinking airlines are turning operational logs into real business wins, all while safeguarding the mountains of sensitive passenger data they collect every day.

Ep 35: RSAC FOMO? Dojo AI Demo

As we gear up for RSA Conference, we give viewers a sneak peek at Sumo Logic's SOC analyst agent, which turns a 45-minute analyst investigation into a five-minute AI-powered sprint. We walk through live demos showing how the agent automatically generates queries, maps threats to MITRE ATT&CK, and hands you recommended remediation actions all without making you switch tabs or tools. We also show off MCP integration that lets teams collaborate on active investigations right from Slack, because no one should be chained to their war room when there's dinner to be had.

The Future of Intelligent SOC -- Customer Brown Bag -- March 19th, 2026

Join us as Christopher explores how to build a modern, intelligent SOC with decision-ready detection, shared adversary context, and automated response that empowers faster, more confident security operations, featuring the role of the Sumo Logic SOC Agent in streamlining investigations and accelerating response.

Ep 33: Too big to wing it, too small for enterprise security

On this episode of Masters of Data, we tackle security for growing enterprises: past small business status but not quite full-scale yet. The challenge? Building effective programs with limited resources while balancing people, processes, and tools. We cover essentials like EDR, SIEM, SSO, identity management, and cloud security. The catch? Buying tools means nothing without proper implementation, tuning, and training. We explore fractional CISOs, cross-training to avoid single points of failure, and how AI supports operations.

Ep 30: What is data pipeline management, and why does it matter for security?

On this episode of Masters of Data, we're joined by Eric Avery, Sumo Logic's head of infrastructure and data, to break down data pipeline management: efficiently moving massive data volumes from multiple sources to one usable location. We explore how pipelines fuel analytics and AI, the role of data transformation, and where OpenTelemetry fits in. Eric shares insights from processing 3.5 exabytes daily and how AI has reignited excitement around data. We also cover pipeline security, the shift from data lakes to AI-powered platforms, and practical digital security tips.