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Hello, I’m Joseph Carson!

Chief Security Evangelist & Advisory CISO at Segura®
Cybersecurity Leader | Author | Speaker | Advocate

I help organizations secure critical infrastructure, reduce risk, and mentor future cybersecurity leaders. With over 30 years of hands-on experience, I’ve advised governments and global enterprises on building trust through practical, scalable security.

About me

I’ve spent over 30 years securing systems, leading cyber defense initiatives, and helping organizations take a proactive approach to risk.

As Chief Security Evangelist & Advisory CISO at Segura®, I bring technical insight, policy-level experience, and a passion for cybersecurity education to every conversation.

I’m the author of Cybersecurity for Dummies, a globally recognized guide read by over 20,000 professionals. I also host Security by Default, a podcast that explores real-world risks, best practices, and lessons from top experts.

Articles

Insights on resilience, risk, and leadership in cybersecurity.

Shadow AI: The New Frontier in Enterprise Risk

In a recent conversation, a senior executive at a major software company unpacked the hidden implications of unchecked AI adoption in the enterprise. From their vantage point—advising Fortune 500 CISOs and CTOs on security strategy—the threat is clear: Shadow AI is the new Shadow IT, and its impact may be even more disruptive.
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The Modern Evolution of IGA: Insights from the Frontlines

Recently, I had an interview with a seasoned identity expert from a global retail manufacturing giant who joined the conversation to unpack the evolution of IGA, share real-world challenges, and explore where the industry is heading next.Here are the top takeaways from that insightful discussion.
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Cybersecurity as a Business Enabler - CISO’s Driving Business Value, Productivity, and Cost Efficiency

Forward-thinking organizations are now optimizing their cybersecurity budget through smarter investments, tool consolidation, and security automation, transforming security from a cost center into a value driver.
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Locked Shields 2025

This year, I joined NATO’s Locked Shields: the world’s largest cyber defense simulation. We defended critical systems under live-fire attack scenarios, gaining real-time insight into identity risk, infrastructure resilience, and cross-team coordination.

My New Ebook | Identity Security Intelligence: A Modern Defender's Playbook

Hidden identities are the easiest way in.
This guide shows how to discover and control every account before attackers do.

My Podcast | Security by Default

Real-world risks. Straight answers. Join me as I sit down with industry leaders to talk breaches, resilience, and what actually works in identity security.

Upcoming Events

I’ll be at conferences and summits around the world—come connect with me in person.
Black Hat & DEF CON 2025
August 5-9, 2025
Las Vegas, USA
Nordic Baltic Security Summit
September 11, 2025
Tallinn, Estonia
Identity Fabric Impact Day
September 18, 2025
Munich, Germany

Private Happy Hour at Black Hat

August 6  |  Las Vegas
Let’s connect at Black Hat 2025! RSVP below.