Cyber Economics and Keeping Up with Innovation ft Trupti Shiralkar (Cybersecurity Leader & Advisor)

Episode notes

What trade-offs are you willing to make in cybersecurity? In this episode of Security & GRC Decoded , host Raj Krishnamurthy is joined by Trupti Shiralkar , a seasoned cybersecurity leader and Advisory Board Member at Backslash Security , to explore how risk, ROI, and real-world constraints shape modern security programs. With decades of experience across AppSec, security architecture, and risk governance, Trupti brings a rare blend of deep technical insight and strategic thinking. They dive into cyber economics , AI-driven tooling , and why security storytelling may soon matter more than fear-based metrics . Whether you're a security veteran or just entering the space, this is a must-listen on staying relevant and effective in the age of automation. 5 Key Takeaways Cybersecurity is about trade-offs - No org can secure everything; knowing what to ignore is just as critical. LLMs can’t fully replace layered defense - Copilots help, but context and reachability still matter. ROI matters more than ever - Security teams must prove business value in language execs understand. Storytelling wins boardrooms - Fear, uncertainty, and doubt (FUD) is out. Framing risk with narrative is in.

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