Randy Watkins, Chief Technology Officer at Critical Start

Chief Technology Officer at Critical Start

Randy Watkins is the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) for Critical Start and an emerging thought-leader in the security industry. As CTO, Randy is responsible for designing and executing the company’s strategic technology initiatives, which includes defining the strategy and direction of Critical Start’s Managed Detection and Response (MDR) services delivered by the Zero-Trust Analytics Platform (ZTAP).

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Cyber Security Insights

Strategic Cyber Defense: Balancing Threat-Centric and Risk-Centric Approaches

May 15, 2024

In the rapidly evolving world of cybersecurity, distinguishing between vulnerabilities, cyber threats, and cyber risks is not just a technicality—it's a necessity. As threats grow more sophisticated, the distinction between these concepts becomes crucial for businesses aiming to mature their security posture.

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Cyber Security Insights

Managed Services and Risk: Mitigation or Inherent Acceptance?

August 15, 2019

It’s easy to forget what cybersecurity is – the art of dealing with risk. Organizations' risk mitigation strategy must be aligned with the service provider for effective managed detection and response.

Strategic Cyber Defense: Balancing Threat-Centric and Risk-Centric Approaches

Managed Services and Risk: Mitigation or Inherent Acceptance?

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