Jason Passwaters

Jason Passwaters, co-founder and CEO of Intel 471, shares insights from his extensive background in cyber threat intelligence and the U.S. Marine Corps. He discusses personal cybersecurity tips for high-net-worth individuals and reveals how opportunistic financial cybercrime targets the wealthy. Passwaters explains the professionalization of ransomware operations, drawing parallels to SaaS businesses, and the complexities of the underground crime marketplace. He highlights the role of AI in transforming cyber attacks, raising concerns about future threats.

Join Doug White as he chats with a powerhouse lineup: Theresa Lanowitz from LevelBlue sheds light on the critical risks of software supply chains, while Yuval Wollman from CyberProof dives into how AI agents are reshaping cyber threats. Mickey Bresman of Semperis discusses the evolution of ransomware and extortion tactics. J.J. Guy explores asset visibility challenges, and Jason Passwaters emphasizes the need for precise threat intelligence. Together, they highlight the integration of AI and the increasing complexity of cybersecurity in today's digital landscape.

Jason Passwaters, CEO and co-founder of Intel 471 and a U.S. Marine Corps veteran, shares how military service shaped his leadership and company culture. He discusses moving from infantry to counterintelligence, bootstrapping a cybersecurity firm while raising a family, building global teams, and the role of humility, resourcefulness, and mission-first thinking in leading a company.