UnIntelligence Ep9: A Conversation with Jack Barsky

Join hosts Dave Holder and Ryan Rambo on UnIntelligence: The Corporate Counterintelligence Podcast as they dive into the enigmatic world of espionage with former KGB spy, Jack Barsky. In this episode, Jack shares his extraordinary journey from East Germany to the United States, where he lived undercover for decades.

Explore the nuances of corporate counterintelligence and the challenges of detecting espionage in modern organizations. Jack discusses his training, the psychological intricacies of living a double life, and how he navigated the complexities of corporate America to become a Chief Information Officer.

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to learn from one of the most intriguing figures in counterintelligence history. Tune in for an eye-opening discussion that blends history, cybersecurity, and human psychology.

Ep9 Timestamps:

• 3: Jack Barsky Intro and Background
• 16: Espionage Experience in Corporate America (Healthcare and IT)
• 21: Human Factors, Social Engineering, and American Culture
• 34: Changing world of espionage
• 41: Election Security Considerations
• 46: Seriousness of Espionage (James Lawler)
• 55: Espionage Tasks and Success?
• 101: Who are the Insider Threats and their indicators?
• 111: What’s next for Jack Barsky?
• 115: Jack departs, and we discuss what we just heard.