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Tom Marsland

VP of Technology at Cloud Range
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Tom Marsland is a cybersecurity professional with over 22 years of experience in the information technology and nuclear power industry. He served over 22 years in the US Navy as a Nuclear Reactor Operator and Instrumentation and Controls Technician, working in nuclear engine rooms on a myriad of Navy submarine platforms. His final tour of duty was as the head of the nuclear-powered engine room for a fast attack Navy submarine with oversight of the entire propulsion and electric plant, and then as the lead nuclear supervisor for a squadron of three submarines. He has a bachelor's degree in IT security and a master’s degree in cybersecurity.

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  • 2025 IoT Security: Demand for Transparency and Cloud Reliance
    Tom predicts a push for SBOMs in IoT devices for better vulnerability management. He foresees increased cloud reliance for IoT data, urging CISOs to secure both devices and cloud infrastructure. This shift requires integrating security from the design phase through the device lifecycle.
  • China's Salt Typhoon Targets U.S. Wiretap Networks: A Wake-Up Call
    Tom warns that Salt Typhoon's breach of U.S. wiretap networks could expose intelligence operations. He highlights the risks of backdoors in encryption and calls for stricter penalties for breaches. Tom emphasizes the need for public awareness of the severity of such cyber espionage campaigns, which aim to infiltrate critical U.S. infrastructure.
  • Disney Data Breach: Expert Insights on Corporate Security Failures
    Tom says, "Data breaches are increasingly common and not surprising for large companies. Robust security measures like device management, centralized identity platforms, and MFA checks are essential. The breach likely resulted from poor governance and malware on a corporate device. Companies must invest in staffing their security teams adequately rather than relying solely on tools."