344: Dustin Dobbyn - Train Like Your Life Depends on It: A SWAT Operator on Cyber Resilience

Today, Steve speaks with Dustin Dobbyn, an internationally recognized security expert, Marine Corps veteran, former SWAT operator, and the CEO of a fast-growing private security and executive protection firm. The two discuss management under pressure, the value of training and preparation, and awareness of supply chain risk. Dustin also makes the case for agility and flexibility in the workplace.

Key Takeaways:

1. Physical security and cybersecurity are no longer separate arenas and organizations must realize all forms of security impact one another.
2. Intelligence is your greatest friend when building organizational resilience.
3. Work schedule flexibility can significantly improve productivity.

Tune in to hear more about:

1. Securing all levels of your supply chain (8:15)
2. A skill that veterans can bring to the cybersecurity industry (14:05)
3. Dustin’s resilience roadmap for the next five years (18:02)

Standout Quotes:

1. “If you think you know it all, it's time to get out of the business.” - Dustin Dobbyn
2. “So we're seeing, especially in the corporate world for corporate security, a lot of people working remote on a flex schedule, and we're seeing a lot more productivity because of it. For leadership out there who's listening, absolutely just take that into consideration, as sometimes people work better at certain times of the day based on their schedule. And if you can get them in an environment where they're less stressed, you're going to get better work output out of them.” - Dustin Dobbyn
3. “Knowledge is power. Intelligence is what's going to keep you safe because if you have the intelligence, you're aware of what's going on, and you can prepare for worst-case scenarios.” - Dustin Dobbyn

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