Masters of Data
Episodes
Ep 41: The cost of not thinking: Who's responsible when AI agents get it wrong?
05 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Masters of Data, we get into the messier side of AI adoption, tackling questions like who actually owns the output when AI gets it ...
Ep 40: What to expect when you are expecting an audit
28 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Masters of Data, we brought back GRC expert Cassandra Mooseburger to pull back the curtain on audits, and spoiler: it is far less s...
Ep 39: This is your first ransomware attack, not ours
21 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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 i...
Ep 38: Wheels up, systems down: cybersecurity at cruising altitude
14 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Masters of Data, we buckle up and explore the staggering technological complexity behind the airline industry, from managing IoT de...
Ep 37: Robbing banks is now a work from home job
07 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Masters of Data, we explore how banks and fintech companies have traded friendly neighborhood tellers for data-driven, always-on di...
Ep 36: Do not resuscitate: Legacy tech in modern medicine
31 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Masters of Data, we dig into the cybersecurity nightmare that is modern healthcare IT, from ransomware attacks shutting down entire...
Ep 35: RSAC FOMO? Dojo AI Demo
24 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Ep 34: The bandwidth problem: Security for companies that blow up overnight
17 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive into the wild world of 'bursty' businesses (yes, we said it) and the security headaches that come with unpredictable traffic ...
Ep 33: Too big to wing it, too small for enterprise security
10 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Ep 32: There's an app for that, Sumo Logic edition
03 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Masters of Data, we sit down with Beth Glowacki to explore Sumo Logic's app catalog and how it actually works in practice. Apps ser...
Ep 31: Think like a criminal: How to land your first security role
24 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Masters of Data, we tackle breaking into cybersecurity. David shares his journey from welder to AppSec manager, proving that career...
Ep 30: What is data pipeline management, and why does it matter for security?
17 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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: ...
Ep 29: From detection to post-mortem: The complete incident cycle
10 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Masters of Data, we break down incident response from detection through containment, forensics, recovery, and postmortem. The found...
Ep 28: Stop being the 'no' department: How modern GRC enables growth
03 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Masters of Data, we sit down with Cassandra Mooseberger, Manager of Security Compliance at Sumo Logic, to unpack governance, risk, ...
Ep 27: 2026 Security operations insights
28 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ep 26: You can patch your code, you can't patch burnout
20 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Masters of Data, we tackle why cybersecurity professionals burn out, and it's not just long hours. We explore how repetitive tasks,...
Ep 25: 2025 Reflections & 2026 Predictions
13 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ep 24: Governing AI in the age of agentic systems and Model Context Protocol
06 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Masters of Data, we unpack David's new white paper on AI governance for agentic systems. He explains model context protocol (MCP) a...
Ep 23: How to bootstrap your AppSec program
16 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Masters of Data, Adam sits down with Zoe Hawkins and David Girvin to talk AppSec programs that don't suck. David's hot take from hi...
Ep 22: re:Invent Recap
09 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Masters of Data, we're breaking down AWS re:Invent 2025 through David's eyes (and probably a few cups of conference coffee). We div...
Ep 21: How to start a threat program
02 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ep 20: re:Invent FOMO? Dojo AI demo
01 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Not heading to re:Invent this week? Don't worry—we've got you covered. In this episode, we welcome Architect Solutions Engineer, Jake Lee, to previe...
Ep 19: The atomic habits of cybersecurity professionals
25 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ep 18: AI has a memory problem, just like you do
18 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Masters of Data, we dive into how AI learns, examining both how we teach it and what it derives from human performance, as well as ...
Ep 17: Capture the flag workshop
11 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ep 16: The truth about how security vendors get evaluated
04 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Masters of Data, we welcome Melissa Beck, VP of Corporate Marketing at Sumo Logic, to discuss the key differences between analyst r...
Ep 15: Beginner's guide to security tools
21 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we run through our beginner's guide to security tools, emphasizing the importance of people, processes, and technology. We chat about...
Ep 14: Security IS observability: Prove us wrong
14 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we discuss the critical intersection of security and observability within organizations. We highlight the often contentious relations...
Ep 13: Everyone is winging it: Hope for an AI future
07 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we welcome Naomi Buckwalter, Sr. Director of Product Security at Contrast Security, to chat about the evolving landscape of security ...
Ep 12: Cut the AI-washing: What AI really needs to succeed
30 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive into the murky waters of AI-washing, where companies transform perfectly ordinary software into "revolutionary AI solutions" ...
Ep 11: So you think you need an agent
23 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Masters of Data, the hosts delve into the world of AI agents, explaining their functionality and significance. Unlike simple chatbo...
Ep 10: AI in the SOC
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we explore how AI is transforming security operations centers (SOCs) from basic log-watching teams into sophisticated threat-hunting ...
Ep 9: How to defend your budget
09 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever tried explaining to a CFO why you need millions for something that might happen? In this episode, we dive into the delicate dance between securit...
Ep 8: A case of AI mad cow
02 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when artificial intelligence starts eating its own algorithmic tail? In this episode, we dive into the surprisingly real phenomenon of "A...
Ep 7: SOAR Loser: Does the O in SOAR stand for obsolete?
26 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
SOAR might sound like a superhero for security teams, but is it actually flying too close to the sun? In this episode, Adam and David unpack why secur...
Ep 6: Security haven or horror story: from SIEMs to lakes to lakehouses
19 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Between SIEMs, data lakes, and data lakehouses, the buzzwords alone could fill a glossary. In this episode, Adam and David break down the real differe...
Ep 5: Survivor cyber edition – outwit, outplay, out-patch
12 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Survival tools aren’t just for doomsday preppers; they’re now a must-have for every business trying to stay afloat in the choppy waters of modern ...
Ep 4: Stop writing dumb AI security policies: use threat models, not fear
05 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
AI policy is not a yes/no question. Security isn’t here to be the morality police. Our job is to enable the business safely. Join security experts A...
Welcome to Masters of Data!
28 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ep 3: CISOs hate their security tools
28 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sumo Logic’s 2025 Security Operations Insights report surveyed 500 IT and security leaders from enterprise organizations to uncover what’s really ...
Ep 2: Hacked together: fast, safe prototyping with AI
28 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join security experts Adam White, Chas Clawson, and Seth Williams as they explore how AI-first development is reshaping the way cybersecurity teams bu...
Ep 1: So you’re buying your first SIEM…here’s how not to suck at it
28 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You’ve been told you need a SIEM. Maybe it was your CISO. Maybe it was your auditor. Maybe your SOC is tired of stitching together logs with duct ta...