CRN Channel Women in Security

Empowering Partners in Cybersecurity

Episode Summary

In this conversation, Augie Staab from TD Synnex discusses the evolving landscape of cybersecurity, emphasizing the importance of data analytics in identifying emerging needs for partners. She explains how as a technology distributor, TD Synnex empowers infrastructure-focused partners to adopt cybersecurity offerings and highlights key trends such as the shift to SaaS and the role of AI in both threats and defenses. Augie also shares her journey in the cybersecurity field and the growth of TD Synnex's cybersecurity team.

Episode Notes

• Data analytics helps identify emerging cybersecurity needs.
• Cybersecurity strategies must be tailored to individual resellers.
• The cybersecurity defense matrix aids in identifying security gaps.
• SaaS models are changing how cybersecurity solutions are adopted.
• Threat actors are using AI to create sophisticated attacks.
• Threat intelligence centralization is becoming essential for customers.
• Operational technology security is a growing concern.
• Augie's journey reflects the rapid growth in cybersecurity needs.