In this episode of the SBAI podcast, Brian Digney sits down with Nic Miller from Aedile Consulting to explore the evolving cyber threat landscape facing asset managers. With a background at GCHQ and extensive experience advising investment firms, Nic breaks down the most pressing cybersecurity risks and misconceptions — from the real impact of opportunistic attacks to the limitations of outsourcing IT and relying on "box-ticking" solutions like standard penetration tests.
Listeners will gain practical advice on strengthening cyber and information security strategies, ensuring operational resilience, and conducting more meaningful due diligence on third-party providers. Nic also shares why cultural attitudes toward security and risk ownership matter just as much as technical controls — especially for small to mid-sized firms with limited resources.
Whether you're an investor, a manager, or part of a risk oversight team, this episode delivers clear, actionable takeaways to help your organisation better navigate the complex world of cybersecurity.
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