Cybersecurity Awesomeness Podcast – Episode 133: Network Security Trends

In this episode of the Cybersecurity Awesomeness Podcast, Enterprise Management Associates (EMA) welcomes Gareth Maclachlan, the newly appointed Chief Operating Officer at Gigamon, for a candid discussion on the evolving role of network visibility in modern security operations.

Host Chris Steffen, VP of Research at EMA, explores Gareth’s career journey across FireEye, McAfee, Trellix, and now Gigamon—diving into why he joined the company and how Gigamon’s capabilities extend far beyond traditional network packet brokering. Together, they examine the critical but often overlooked importance of network visibility, the challenges of network detection and response (NDR), organizational security maturity, and the realities of securing hybrid environments.

Listeners will gain practical insights into:

• Why network and security operations can no longer function in silos
• How visibility gaps impact threat detection, tool consolidation, and SOC efficiency
• The maturity pitfalls organizations face when adopting NDR
• What’s next for security leaders navigating hybrid infrastructures—and where AI does (and doesn’t) fit

Tune in to hear straight-from-the-field expertise and actionable guidance from EMA and Gigamon leadership.