Dustin Lehr of Katilyst

In this episode, Jeremy talks with Dustin Lehr, co-founder and Chief Product and Technology Officer at Katilyst, about the role of security champion programs in fostering culture change within organizations. Drawing from his extensive background as a software engineer and application architect, Dustin shares insights on building effective security champions programs, why they're essential for companies, and how they facilitate cultural shifts towards better security practices. The discussion covers the use of gamification, fostering long-term engagement, and practical strategies to create a successful security culture.About Dustin LehrDustin Lehr is the co-founder and Chief Product and Technology Officer at Katilyst, where he focuses on helping companies drive cultural change through security champion programs. Prior to his leadership role in cybersecurity, Dustin spent over 13 years as a software engineer and application architect across various industries, including retail, defense, and video gaming. His experience in both development and security enables him to bridge gaps between engineering teams and security professionals. In addition to his work at Katilyst, Dustin co-founded "Let’s Talk Software Security," a global virtual meetup group, and authored the Security Champion Program Success Guide. He holds a computer science degree from Colorado State University and a variety of industry certifications. https://www.meetup.com/lets-talk-software-security/ https://securitychampionsuccessguide.org/ https://www.katilyst.com/