CISO Conversations: Tarah Wheeler, Cybersecurity Leader, Thought Leader and Original Thinker

This article profiles Tarah Wheeler, CISO at TPO Group and previously holding leadership roles at Red Queen Technologies and EFF. It highlights her unique background, blending her passion for social science and writing with a deep and diverse career in cybersecurity, spanning red teaming, policy, and compliance. Wheeler’s extensive experience, including work with organizations like EFF and the Council on Foreign Relations, demonstrates a holistic approach to security, viewing it through the lens of human behavior and international relations. She emphasizes the importance of combining technical expertise with an understanding of how people operate and exploit security systems.