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Future of Cybersecurity: Mastercard Executive & Former NSA Leader's Predictions
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What is at risk with cybersecurity, now and into the future?
In this episode, Tech Legacies Host, Fanny Dunagan sits down with Jon Brickey, SVP at Mastercard and former NSA leader, to talk about the future of cybersecurity and lessons from military leadership.
From discovering his hacking instincts as a kid on a TRS-80, to leading cyber strategy at the NSA post-9/11, to building an elite team that Fortune 500 leader calls "the best training I've ever received" — Jon's journey is a masterclass in leadership, resilience, and staying ahead of digital threats.
In this episode, you'll learn:
🔐 Why cyber is now the 5th domain of warfare — and what it means for every business
🪖 The military leadership principle ("leaders eat last") that transformed Jon's management style
🤖 Why AI gives hackers a dangerous edge — and how elite defenders are fighting back
🧠 The "mood of zeal" framework that replaced fear with passion in their cybersecurity team
💼 Career advice for every stage — from hands on analyst to executive cybersecurity leader
Whether you're a tech professional, aspiring executive, or curious about the invisible war being fought online every day — this conversation will change how you think about cybersecurity and leadership.
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Connect with Jon Brickey on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/drjonbrickey/
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