Unicorns Podcast: Cyber Security 101 - hacks, headlines and headaches with Eric Pinkerton from Phronesis Security

The Unicorns Podcast connects you to some of the best and brightest founders, CEOs, executives, business owners, innovators, entrepreneurs and inspiring leaders who make things happen and inspire others.

Host Justin Kelly, former broadcast journalist and PR veteran, chats with leaders from across Australia and internationally on business strategy; what it takes to build a successful company; how to overcome challenges, and advice for those on a similar journey.

In this episode, Justin talks with Eric “Pinky” Pinkerton, the NSW director of leading cyber security consultancy Phronesis Security.

Pinkerton has over three decades of experience in IT, networking, security architecture and network security and operations. He’s specialised in running tailored tabletop exercises to stress-test and uplift executive crisis management teams and their supporting systems and processes. He is also an active speaker on the cyber security circuit.

Founded in 2021 by philosopher and former ASD operations manager Elliot Dellys, Phronesis Security is Australia’s first B-Corp certified cyber security firm. Trusted by government agencies and technology start-ups to provide pragmatic security solutions, the firm is committed to delivering world-class services to its many clients and supporting high-impact charities. Phronesis Security strives to break the mould, and do cyber security for good.

Phronesis Security specialises in world-class governance, risk and compliance services, cutting-edge penetration testing, innovative security architecture, tailored security awareness and education campaigns, as well as security management and strategy through its proven vCISO offering.