#CyberMonth2025: Lessons from the field
Discover twelve real-world perspectives on modern cyber security from the LeftBrain team. Shared throughout Cybersecurity Awareness Month, these insights explore how leadership, culture and everyday habits build stronger, more secure businesses.
LeftBrain · October 30th 2025
Twelve perspectives on modern security from the LeftBrain team
Every October, the tech world talks about Cybersecurity Awareness Month. Most of the advice is familiar: update your software, change your passwords, do not click suspicious links. All valuable steps, but they only scratch the surface of what it really takes to build a secure business.
At LeftBrain, we see cyber security differently. It is not just a set of tools or a single department. It is a culture that runs through every layer of an organisation, from leadership and governance to helpdesk and support.
Throughout Cybersecurity Awareness Month, we shared a series of short video interviews on our LinkedIn page, featuring twelve members of our team. Each offered a personal insight from their day-to-day experience helping clients stay secure.
Together, their voices paint a clear picture of what modern security looks like: practical, people-first and always evolving.
1. Charlie Naughton-Rumbo, CEO
“Cyber security is not just about systems. It is about people taking accountability at every level.”
Charlie opened the month by reminding us that leadership carries responsibility for risk. Cyber security cannot live only in the IT department. It belongs in the boardroom, in strategic planning and in everyday decision-making. When leaders take ownership, security becomes part of the culture rather than a checklist item.
2. Michael Jin, Chief Operating Officer
“Cyber security affects us all, not just IT or the CTO. We all need to be streetwise about security.”
Michael’s message is about common sense and accountability. In his view, security is not about jargon or complexity, it is about awareness and responsibility. From the way we manage our data to the simple act of locking devices, being streetwise means taking personal responsibility for protecting information that matters.
3. Lucas Jansen, GRC Lead
“Security maturity starts with visibility.”
Lucas believes that clarity is the foundation of good governance. As businesses grow, systems multiply and visibility fades. You cannot secure what you cannot see, and true progress starts with understanding what technology, data and processes already exist. From that foundation, every framework and tool can be applied with purpose and precision.
4. Matthew Bensley, Information Security Analyst
“Strong security is not just technology, it is a culture.”
Matthew talks about the value of a layered defence. Human awareness, identity protection and endpoint security all work together to create a complete picture. When people are trained, devices are protected and access is managed, every layer reinforces the next. It is that combination that builds real resilience and keeps a business protected from the inside out.
5. Ben Carrick, Strategist
“Build for tomorrow, but do it with purpose.”
Ben’s message focuses on structure and foresight. He often sees companies treating compliance as a box-ticking exercise when it should be a growth strategy. Businesses that adopt frameworks like ISO 27001 are calmer and more confident because they know where they stand. They can answer client questions quickly, move through procurement smoothly and focus on growth instead of reacting to risk.
6. Jenny Westerman, Scrum Master
“Structure and communication turn security into everyday practice.”
Jenny applies agile delivery principles to security. She explains that breaking down big goals into smaller, manageable objectives helps teams build habits that last. When every task has an owner and teams communicate regularly, security becomes a natural part of the workflow rather than a side project. Clear structure, ownership and communication keep both people and systems aligned.
7. Ashly Chequer, Finance Manager
“Good security is the right people having the right access.”
Ashly has seen first-hand how poor access control can create vulnerabilities. Too much access puts sensitive data at risk, but restricting it too tightly slows teams down. Her approach is about balance and ownership. When the right people have the right access to the right information, businesses stay secure and productive without unnecessary barriers.
8. Rajindra Ramdeo, Support Team Lead
“Keep it simple, keep it locked.”
Raj’s advice focuses on physical security, which he describes as the foundation of digital protection. Onsite, he often spots small but significant lapses, such as laptops left unlocked or doors propped open. Simple habits like locking server rooms, managing key cards and closing screens make a big difference. When leaders set the expectation for good practice, small actions add up to strong protection.
9. Mariam Mulla, IT Systems and Operations Engineer
“A culture of curiosity keeps you secure.”
Mariam believes that curiosity is one of the most powerful tools for staying safe. She encourages teams to speak up when something looks unusual, whether it is a strange app, a setting they do not recognise or a new permission request. When people feel safe to ask questions, small moments of awareness often stop bigger problems before they start.
10. Damario Grant, IT Systems and Operations Engineer
“Protect your identity to protect your business.”
Damario’s story came from a real-world observation: spotting a CEO wearing a lanyard with credentials still visible after an event. It served as a reminder that identity protection extends beyond screens and software. Physical and digital security go hand in hand. Protecting who you are, online and offline, is the first step in protecting your business.
11. Mauricio Iannini, Strategist
“Good security protects data without slowing people down.”
Mauricio sees password management as a simple yet persistent challenge. Too many people still save passwords in spreadsheets or share them informally. He explains that modern security does not have to add friction. Single sign-on and strong identity management make access simpler and safer, helping teams stay both productive and protected.
12. Sean Lewis, Infrastructure Engineering Lead
“Awareness is your best defence.”
Sean focuses on social engineering, where attackers rely on people, not systems. His advice is to stay alert to the small details: strange wording in an email, a link you were not expecting or a sender that looks slightly off. Awareness is inexpensive but powerful. When people learn to pause and check before clicking, they become the strongest layer of defence any business can build.
Bringing it all together
Across every role and perspective, one message stands out clearly: cyber security is everyone’s responsibility.
It is not just about frameworks, audits or software. It is about daily habits, open communication and leadership that values accountability. When everyone understands their role in keeping information secure, technology becomes a tool that supports trust, growth and confidence.
At LeftBrain, we believe that strong cyber security is built from the inside out: through people, structure and culture working together.
Security starts with culture
If you want to prepare your people and strengthen your company’s security, let’s chat.