Jason Scott serves as Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at Sectigo, bringing a unique blend of military discipline, real-world cybersecurity expertise, and forward-thinking innovation to the IT industry. With a career that spans 35 years in the U.S. Army and significant leadership roles at global corporations like Chevron and AIG, Jason offers a rare perspective on both the operational and strategic sides of cybersecurity. At Sectigo, he leads initiatives that are transforming certificate management automation, a critical area as organizations worldwide brace for 90-day — and soon 47-day — certificate lifespans. His leadership is rooted in a profound understanding of building resilient cybersecurity cultures through collaboration, relationship-building, and continuous testing. Jason’s military-honed approach emphasizes preparation, adaptability, and a deep alignment between security initiatives and business goals.
Jason Scott reveals why automation isn't just a convenience — it's a necessity. As certificate lifespans shrink to 90 and even 47 days, manual management is becoming unsustainable. Jason explains how Sectigo’s innovations allow organizations to automatically manage certificates across diverse environments, ensuring resilience against modern cyber threats.
Jason also dives into his inspiring transition from 35 years of military service to corporate cybersecurity leadership. He shares how lessons from building and leading Army teams translate directly into developing resilient cybersecurity teams in the private sector. His approach focuses heavily on understanding the business first, building authentic relationships, and ensuring that security policies align with real operational needs.
Moreover, Jason warns of an even greater challenge on the horizon: post-quantum cryptography. He stresses that organizations must prepare now to handle the massive shifts coming with the deprecation of RSA algorithms. Drawing a parallel to the urgency of Y2K, Jason highlights the magnitude of work needed to overhaul certificate infrastructures — and why waiting is not an option.
Throughout the conversation, Jason emphasizes the importance of foundational IT experience for aspiring cybersecurity professionals. His advice? Start at the help desk to build technical expertise, customer service skills, and the people-first mindset necessary to lead in cybersecurity.
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