DENY
BY DEFAULT

About the Show

Deny by Default is a cybersecurity podcast built on the same philosophy as Zero Trust: assume breach, verify everything, and never take security for granted. Every episode is designed to make complex security concepts accessible to the people who need them most — business owners, IT professionals, and anyone responsible for protecting an organization.

In a world where AI-powered attacks, social engineering, and ransomware evolve daily, staying informed isn't optional — it's survival. This show cuts through the vendor hype and marketing jargon to deliver practical, actionable cybersecurity insights you can use immediately.

🎯 What We Cover

🎙️ Your Host

Scott Gombar

Cybersecurity Consultant & Fractional CISO

Scott is a Connecticut-based cybersecurity entrepreneur and the founder of Nwaj Tech, a cybersecurity consulting firm specializing in FTC Safeguards Rule compliance, HIPAA security, fractional CISO services, and security solutions for auto dealerships and SMBs. He also runs Digital Defenders, a non-profit cybersecurity education initiative. With deep expertise in Zero Trust architecture, NIST frameworks, HIPAA compliance, and regulatory security, Scott brings real-world experience from the front lines of defending businesses against modern cyber threats.

🎧 Who This Show Is For

Whether you're a CISO staying current on emerging threats, an IT administrator building defenses on a budget, a business owner trying to understand your obligations, or a dealership manager navigating FTC compliance — this show is built for you. We speak human first and tech second.

📡 Where to Listen

Deny by Default is available on all major podcast platforms. New episodes drop regularly covering the latest threats, frameworks, and defense strategies.

📬 Get in Touch

Have a topic suggestion, want to be a guest, or need cybersecurity help for your organization? Reach out through Nwaj Tech at nwajtech.com or connect with Scott on LinkedIn.

A Nwaj Tech Production · We Speak Human. We Secure Tech.