
Trust.ID Talk · 2026-04-02 · 16 min
In this episode of Trust.ID Talk: The Digital Certificate and Identity Security Podcast, host Michelle Davidson is joined by Jeffrey Brown, Chief Security Advisor for Financial Services at Microsoft, to discuss why tailored messaging across organizational levels is critical, how AI can simplify complex security concepts, and the key strategies to build genuine understanding among employees, executives, and boards. What You’ll Learn: Why CISOs must speak multiple ‘languages’ across an organization How to eliminate complexity without sacrificing accuracy The inventory-first approach to post-quantum readiness How AI can act as a powerful communication partner Why relevance drives engagement and security compliance Jeffrey Brown is a Chief Security Advisor for Financial Services at Microsoft, an Author, and NACD-certified boardroom director, recognized for his expertise in cybersecurity communication, risk management, and organizational security strategy.