San Jose, California, United States
Den Jones is a recognized leader in Zero Trust security with over 35 years of IT and cybersecurity experience spanning the tech, finance, and manufacturing industries. Den is the host of the podcast 909Exec, focusing on helping executives in technology. He is also an evangelist on the speaking circuit from keynote events to moderation; his blend of Scottish humor and decades of experience leaves lasting memories and education. Prior to founding 909Cyber Den ran Enterprise Security at Adobe and Cisco and was the Chief Security Officer at SonicWall and Banyan Security. Den’s organizations led the pro-active strategies, execution, and operation of mission critical services. His leadership has shaped forward-thinking cybersecurity programs, and his influence extends into the broader industry through contributions to the Identity Defined Security Alliance, Microsoft’s Cybersecurity Council, and multiple Zero Trust advisory boards. Known for building pragmatic and scalable security solutions, Den blends technical depth with real-world execution. Outside of cybersecurity, he's a passionate music producer with vinyl releases to his name, and an avid fan of soccer, snowboarding, golf, fishing, and food—bringing creativity and balance to every challenge he tackles. Innovative, results-driven, and performance-focused professional, offering broad-based experience in diverse aspects of information technology. Detail-oriented and hardworking individual; armed with well-defined communication, analytical, problem-solving, and multitasking aptitudes. Expert at establishing professional relationships with companies, clients, and executives within the technical setting.
909Cyber is a cybersecurity firm offering expert software sales, consulting and resourcing services. Our Pragmatic Security approach is designed to help you reduce risk and friction while lowering costs. Home of 909Select - Trusted freelancer marketplace, aiming to eliminate fake profiles, proxy interviews and AI fraud. With decades of experience across various industries and company sizes, from series A startups to Fortune 100 enterprises. We bring deep expertise to every engagement.
Hosted by Den Jones - Founder and CEO of 909Cyber - this podcast taps into his rich and diverse network of seasoned executives to bring you candid conversations filled with actionable insights. Whether you're scaling the corporate ladder or leading a growing team, each episode is designed to empower your personal and professional journey by tackling today’s toughest leadership challenges head-on. With a career that spans startups and global giants like Adobe and Cisco, Den brings deep experience, sharp creativity, and a fresh perspective to every episode. Building on the success of his previous show, Get it Started, Get it Done, the 909Exec Podcast blends Den’s wit, wisdom, and unmistakable Scottish charm to create dynamic discussions that are as entertaining as they are informative. Tune in for honest conversations that help you grow, sidestep the pitfalls, and lead with confidence.
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Responsible for Security, Compliance & Security Outreach/Advisory services.
Customer advisory board member supporting the alliance's mission https://www.idsalliance.org