Vancord CyberSound Podcast

Protect your business with tips & tactics from our IT security experts

CyberSound podcast
CyberSoundTM is a podcast built by and for business owners and professionals. Tune in as our cybersecurity experts cover the latest news regarding IT security, the most recent and relevant threats organizations are facing today, and provide tips to keep your business safe.

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Agentic AI in Action: Real-World Use Cases with SellBigger and Vancord

AI isn’t just changing the game — it’s rewriting the rules. On this episode of CyberSound, Jason Pufahl and Michael Grande are joined by Rick Gouveia, CEO of SellBigger, for a candid conversation on the future of agentic AI. From automating complex decisions to reshaping how companies compete, they break down what’s hype, what’s real, and how leaders can harness AI to drive growth while managing risk. Whether you’re curious about the next wave of AI-driven business strategy or wondering how to prepare your organization, this episode delivers insights you won’t want to miss.

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Meet the Hosts of CyberSoundTM

CyberSoundTM is hosted by cybersecurity professionals who work in the industry on a daily basis. Meet Vancord’s Jason Pufahl, Steven Maresca and Michael Grande.
Jason Pufahl

VP Security Services
Director, Board of Directors

Steven Maresca

Principal Architect, vISO

Michael Grande

President & CEO
Chair, Board of Directors

Most Recent Episodes

Podcast Episode 54

Vancord and Binary Defense: Two Business Partners in The Industry

On this week’s episode of CyberSound, Jason sits down with Bob Meindl, CEO of Binary Defense, and Michael Grande, CEO of Vancord, to have a productive conversation on the importance of people and relationships in this industry, key business drivers in the market, and address the ongoing cybersecurity talent gap.

Podcast Episode 53

One Year of CyberSound

Thanks to our listeners for joining us on this journey, and we look forward to providing you with more impactful cybersecurity content over the next year.

Podcast Episode 52

Balancing Priorities of Infrastructure and Security

Today, the team at CyberSound sits down with Lou Ardolino of Vancord for a productive conversation on using effective communication to bring infrastructure and security technology teams together to build a better future for your clients.

Podcast Episode 51

GLBA Compliance in Higher Ed: Helping to Protect Student Financial Data

Join Jason, Steve, and guest star Brian Kelly from EDUCAUSE on today’s episode of CyberSound to discuss the importance of performing self-assessments to sustain your eligibility with these obligations. Don’t wait– start your journey to compliance now.

Podcast Episode 50

The Cyber Journey To Protecting Sensitive Data: How Evident Must It Be?

Today, Jason and Steve are joined by FutureFeed’s Jim Goepel, where the team outlines the life cycle for protecting your cyber data and how to make sure you’re meeting the goals of your POAM.

Podcast Episode 49

Economic Effects on the Cyber Industry

On today’s episode of CyberSound, Jason, Steve, and Matt discuss specific factors contributing to this downturn in the industry and alternative approaches to hiring, such as seeking more diversified candidates to ensure greater success in your organization.

Podcast Episode 48

Tangible and Intangible Enterprise Risk

Today, Kenneth Grossberger from Elite Investigations joins the team at CyberSound to discuss ways you can minimize reputational risk, the importance of physical and cybersecurity training, and practices to ensure safe risk management in the workplace.

Podcast Episode 47

The Hacker Personas

This week, the experts at CyberSound address the common misconception of hackers and reference notable groups in hopes of helping users better understand the true persona of an attacker.

Podcast Episode 46

Revisiting Cybersecurity Fundamentals

Today, cybersecurity experts Jason, Steve, and Matt revisit best practices discussed in the first-ever CyberSound episode and introduce new concepts, like endpoint detection and response (EDR), to ensure ultimate security.

Podcast Episode 45

The Latest: June 2022 News Segment

Today, the experts at CyberSound bring you the latest cybersecurity news, including the changing digital landscape for open-source software on both the developer and user ends.