Gina Yacone — Virtual CISO at Trace3 and Roller Derby Penalty Box Visitor

Live from B-Sides Jacksonville, No Password Required welcomes Gina Yacone, Virtual CISO at Trace3. Jack Clabby of Carlton Fields, P.A. and Sarina Gandy, host and producer of the CyberBay Podcast, host a conversation on Gina’s unconventional career path, leadership under pressure, and the power of community in cybersecurity. With career stops in private investigation, digital forensics, and executive security, Gina brings a people-first, purpose-driven perspective to complex cyber risk.

Gina shares how her early work as a private investigator on high-profile criminal defense cases laid the foundation for her success in cybersecurity. She also reflects on raising her hand for big challenges, the rewards and risks of always saying yes, and how authenticity has guided her. She offers insight on why conference hallway conversations can be just as impactful as keynote sessions.

A visible advocate for the cybersecurity community, Gina speaks openly about setting healthy mentorship boundaries and building resilient professional networks.

The episode wraps with the Lifestyle Polygraph, where Gina lightens the mood with stories from her roller derby days, dream Amazing Race partners, and why John Wick might just be the ultimate executive assistant.

Follow Gina on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ginayacone/

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Cybersecurity and B-Sides Jacksonville

01:16 Gina Yacone's Unique Journey to Cybersecurity

06:22 Navigating Burnout in Cybersecurity

08:06 The Importance of Raising Your Hand

10:04 Adapting Leadership Styles in Different Roles

14:03 Being a Role Model for Women in Cybersecurity

16:34 How to Establish a Good Mentee and Mentor Relationship

18:50 Feedback and Constructive Criticism

22:55 The Value of Hallway Conversations

26:19 The Lifestyle Polygraph: Fun and Insights

38:54 Conclusion and Future Connections

Danny Jenkins — Founder of ThreatLocker and the Zero-Trust Revolution

Danny Jenkins is the CEO of ThreatLocker, the leading cybersecurity company that he built alongside his wife. Hosts Jack Clabby of Carlton Fields, P.A., and Kayley Melton of the Cognitive Security Institute follow Danny’s journey from a scrappy IT consultant to leading one of the fastest-growing cybersecurity companies in the world.

Danny shares the moment everything changed: watching a small business nearly collapse after a catastrophic ransomware attack. That experience reshaped his mission and ultimately sparked the creation of ThreatLocker. He also reflects on the gritty early days—cold-calling from his living room, coding through the night, and taking on debt before finally landing their first $5,000 customer.

Danny explains the origins of Zero Trust World, his passion for educating IT teams, and why adopting a hacker mindset is essential for modern defenders.

In the Lifestyle Polygraph, Danny relates his early “revenge tech” against school bullies, the place he escapes to when celebrating big wins, and the movie franchise he insists is absolutely a Christmas classic.

Follow Danny on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dannyjenkins/

00:00 Introduction to Cybersecurity and ThreatLocker

02:26 The Birth of ThreatLocker: A Personal Journey

05:42 The Evolution of Zero Trust Security

08:35 Real-World Impact of Cyber Attacks

11:25 The Importance of a Hacker Mindset

14:46 The Role of SOC Teams in Cybersecurity

17:34 Building a Culture of Security

20:23 Hiring for Passion and Skill in Cybersecurity

23:44 Understanding Zero Trust: Trust No One

26:32 Lifestyle Polygraph: Personal Insights and Fun

29:41 Conclusion and Future of ThreatLocker

Summary

In this episode of No Password Required, host Jack Clabby and Kayley Melton engage with Steve Orrin, the federal CTO at Intel, discussing the evolving landscape of cybersecurity, the importance of diverse teams, and the intersection of technology and security. Steve shares insights from his extensive career, including his experiences in the startup scene, the significance of AI and IoT, and the critical blind spots in cybersecurity practices. The conversation also touches on nurturing talent in technology and offers valuable advice for young professionals entering the field.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Cybersecurity and the Edge

01:48 Steve Orrin's Role at Intel

04:51 The Evolution of Security Technology

09:07 The Startup Scene in the 90s

13:00 The Intersection of Biology and Technology

15:52 The Importance of AI and IoT

20:30 Blind Spots in Cybersecurity

25:38 Nurturing Talent in Technology

28:57 Advice for Young Cybersecurity Professionals

32:10 Lifestyle Polygraph: Fun Questions with Steve