Episode 41 Eric Galis: Following the Path of Happy Accidents

Eric Galis, vice president of compliance and security at Cengage, believes in seizing the right opportunities. A series of happy accidents propelled Eric’s career in information security, where he’s focused on automation, security monitoring, application security, and more. As a seasoned professional in the field, Eric seeks opportunities for others, particularly by advocating for people in adjacent industries and roles trying to break into the field. In this episode, Eric shares his positive outlook on the industry, provides concrete advice on fixing the workforce shortage, and offers insight into his own experiences in infosec.