Episode 10: So you think you know security? with Sarah Janes
In cyber security, we tend to think that change starts at the top, driven by leadership, policies and training. But the people with the most authority aren’t necessarily the people with the most influence.
If you really want to change behaviour, you need to understand who people listen to in your organisation, who they trust and what they’re already doing well – rather than simply focusing on what they’re doing wrong.
In this episode of So You Think You Know Cyber Security, Sarah Janes and psychologist Charlotte Ricca explore the psychology of influence and why real change often starts with the people you least expect.
They discuss the power of informal networks, the idea of positive deviance and how cyber security champions can help build connections, break down silos and create lasting behaviour change.
Because ultimately, cyber security isn’t just about technology. It’s about people.
sity and the ability to learn, and how traditional recruitment can overlook great candidates. They also explore why cognitive diversity matters — and what happens when we keep recruiting from the same talent pools.
Because in a rapidly changing industry, what you know today may matter less than your ability to learn tomorrow.
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