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S4 - Episode 012 – Zero Trust, Zero Confusion (w/ Rob Allen)
Season 4 Episode 12
In this eye-opening episode of Cyber Distortion, hosts Kevin Pentecost and Jason Popillion sit down with Rob Allen from ThreatLocker to break down one of the most talked-about — and misunderstood — concepts in cybersecurity today: Zero Trust.
With a deep well of technical expertise and real-world business acumen, Rob brings clarity to the chaos, cutting through the jargon to explain what Zero Trust really means, why it matters, and how organizations of all sizes can adopt it effectively. Whether you're a seasoned security pro or just starting to wrap your head around Zero Trust architecture, this episode gives you the insights and practical takeaways you need — without the confusion.
Expect real talk, real strategies, and a fresh perspective on building a more secure future. Don't miss this chance to learn from one of the industry's most experienced leaders in cybersecurity, cloud infrastructure, and customer-driven solutions.
Zero Trust doesn't have to be complicated. Let's make it make sense.
Helpful Links:
Here are several high‑quality resources to deepen your understanding of Zero Trust, along with the official web links for ThreatLocker and Rob Allen's LinkedIn profile:
🔗 Official Links
- ThreatLocker (official website / resource center) https://www.threatlocker.com/ (ThreatLocker)
- Rob Allen — LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/threatlockerrob/ (Phillip Wylie)
- ThreatLocker Resource Center (blogs, eBooks, webinars, case studies) https://www.threatlocker.com/resources (ThreatLocker)
📚 Additional Learning Resources on Zero Trust
Here are several authoritative and practical learning resources to help your listeners (or you) get up to speed on Zero Trust architectures, strategies, and implementation:
Resource
What You'll Learn / Why It's Useful
Link
Microsoft Learn: Introduction to Zero Trust
Fundamental concepts and principles of Zero Trust
https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/training/modules/zero-trust-introduction/ (Microsoft Learn)
Microsoft Learn: Introduction to Zero Trust and Best Practice Frameworks
How Zero Trust fits into security frameworks and architectural patterns
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