stackArmor CISO Johann Dettweiler Featured on FORUM Power Podcast
Johann Dettweiler, Chief Information Security Officer at stackArmor, a Tyto Athene company, was recently featured on the Forum Power Podcast episode titled “Risk, FedRAMP & the Future of Federal Cybersecurity: A CISO’s Perspective with Johann Dettweiler.”
In this episode, Johann dives into:
- How AI is reshaping federal cybersecurity risk models, and what agencies need to rethink now
- What FedRAMP modernization and 20x really mean for cloud service providers and agencies
- How CISOs can balance speed, compliance, and mission delivery without compromising security
The episode also explores Johann’s nearly two-decade career in cybersecurity and the unconventional path that shaped his leadership philosophy. From early work in audio production to leading risk-based decision-making for cloud-native, FedRAMP-authorized systems, Johann shares how discipline, deadlines, and accountability remain foundational to effective cybersecurity programs in the public sector.
Johann offers candid insights into some of the most pressing challenges facing federal cybersecurity today, including the rapid emergence of artificial intelligence, the shift from purely quantifiable risk to more complex qualitative considerations, and the urgent need for agencies to modernize how they assess and manage AI-related risk. He emphasizes that while protecting sensitive data remains critical, the risk of falling behind in AI adoption can be just as consequential to mission success.
The conversation also explores FedRAMP modernization and the realities of FedRAMP 20x adoption. Drawing from his experience supporting agencies and cloud service providers across the FedRAMP lifecycle, Johann addresses common misconceptions about FedRAMP, the underestimated scope and rigor of the authorization process, and why automation, standardization, and trusted advisory expertise are critical as the program continues to evolve.
As CISO at stackArmor, Johann explains how cybersecurity is a foundational element of the company’s cloud architectures and services. He describes how stackArmor balances innovation and security by aligning system design, risk tolerance, and business objectives, helping government customers accelerate authorization timelines while maintaining strong, mission-ready security postures.
Listen to the full FORUM Power episode.
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