Afternoon Cyber Tea with Ann Johnson

David Gee, a veteran CISO, CIO, board advisor, and author, joins Ann Johnson, CVP of Cybersecurity, Microsoft, on this week’s episode of Afternoon Cyber Tea. Drawing on decades of experience and insights from his books, Gee explores the gap between theory and reality for security leaders, the role of imposter syndrome in professional growth, and why embracing discomfort is essential to effective leadership. The conversation examines how CISOs can balance risk management with business enablement, reset expectations with boards and executives, and build resilient, team-driven security cultures. Gee also shares perspectives on mentorship, long-term sustainability in the role, and how the CISO must evolve from a control-focused operator to a strategic influencer in an era shaped by AI, regulation, and constant change. 

 

Resources: 

View David Gee on LinkedIn 

View Ann Johnson on LinkedIn  

 

Related Microsoft Podcasts:  


Microsoft Threat Intelligence Podcast  


The BlueHat Podcast   


Uncovering Hidden Risks  

       

Discover and follow other Microsoft podcasts at microsoft.com/podcasts  

  

Afternoon Cyber Tea with Ann Johnson is produced by Microsoft, Hangar Studios and distributed as part of N2K media network.

On this special best of episode of Afternoon Cyber Tea, Ann revisits six standout conversations from the past year with Amy Edmondson, Christina Morillo, Frank X. Shaw, Hugh Thompson, Troy Hunt, and Jack Rhysider. Together, these moments highlight the evolving human and technical challenges shaping cybersecurity today, from trust and transparency to breach response, leadership under pressure, AI disruption, and the realities facing defenders on the front lines. This curated collection offers a fast-moving look at the insights, lessons, and big ideas that defined the season. 

 

Resources:  

View Ann Johnson on LinkedIn   

  

Related Microsoft Podcasts:  


Microsoft Threat Intelligence Podcast  


The BlueHat Podcast   


Uncovering Hidden Risks  

       

 Discover and follow other Microsoft podcasts at microsoft.com/podcasts  

  

  

Afternoon Cyber Tea with Ann Johnson is produced by Microsoft, Hangar Studios and distributed as part of N2K media network.

Dr. Lorrie Cranor, Director of the CyLab Security and Privacy Institute at Carnegie Mellon University joins Ann Johnson, Corporate Vice President, Microsoft, on this week's episode of Afternoon Cyber Tea to discuss the critical gap between security design and real-world usability. They explore why security tools often fail users, the ongoing challenges with passwords and password less authentication, and how privacy expectations have evolved in an era of constant data collection. Dr. Cranor emphasizes the importance of user-centered design, practical research, behavioral insights, and simpler, more transparent systems to help CISOs build security programs that truly work for people. 

 

Resources:  

View Lorrie Cranor on LinkedIn            

View Ann Johnson on LinkedIn   

  

Related Microsoft Podcasts:  


Microsoft Threat Intelligence Podcast  


The BlueHat Podcast   


Uncovering Hidden Risks  

Discover and follow other Microsoft podcasts at microsoft.com/podcasts  

  

Afternoon Cyber Tea with Ann Johnson is produced by Microsoft, Hangar Studios and distributed as part of N2K media network.

Troy Hunt, founder of Have I Been Pwned, joins Ann on this week's episode of Afternoon Cyber Tea to explore what billions of breached records reveal about attacker behavior, human weakness, and the state of breach disclosure. He explains why organizations often hesitate to notify victims, how breach fatigue shapes user responses, and why transparency is both powerful and challenging. Troy also shares how he personally fell for a phishing attack, illustrating that even experts have moments of vulnerability. The conversation points toward a more resilient future and what it will take for both people and organizations to stay ahead of evolving threats. 

 

Resources:  

View Troy Hunt on LinkedIn 

View Ann Johnson on LinkedIn 

  

Related Microsoft Podcasts:  


Microsoft Threat Intelligence Podcast  


The BlueHat Podcast   


Uncovering Hidden Risks  

       

Discover and follow other Microsoft podcasts at microsoft.com/podcasts  

  

Afternoon Cyber Tea with Ann Johnson is produced by Microsoft, Hangar Studios and distributed as part of N2K media network.

Brad L. Mortensen, President of Weber State University joins Ann on this week's episode of Afternoon Cyber Tea to discuss the evolving role of higher education in preparing the future cybersecurity workforce. Brad shares how Weber State supports students from all backgrounds through open enrollment, stackable credentials, real-world learning partnerships, and a focus on both technical training and durable human skills like communication, resilience, and problem solving. He talks about the rise of AI in the classroom, the importance of industry collaboration, and why fostering adaptability and creativity is essential to meeting growing cyber talent demands.  

 

Resources:  

View Brad L. Mortensen on LinkedIn   

View Ann Johnson on LinkedIn   

  

Related Microsoft Podcasts:  


Microsoft Threat Intelligence Podcast  


The BlueHat Podcast   


Uncovering Hidden Risks  

       

Discover and follow other Microsoft podcasts at microsoft.com/podcasts  

  

Afternoon Cyber Tea with Ann Johnson is produced by Microsoft and distributed as part of N2K media network.