Securing Global Connectivity: A Conversation with Michael Daigle, Chief Security Officer at BT Americas

In this episode of Executive Checkpoint, host Tino Urbina talks with Michael Daigle, Chief Security Officer at BT Americas, about the vital role of security in the global telecommunications industry. With a distinguished career spanning U.S. Homeland Security and corporate leadership, Michael shares his journey from public service to protecting one of the world’s largest communications networks. He offers a deep look into how BT Americas mitigates evolving cyber and physical threats, safeguards critical infrastructure, and builds resilience through proactive risk management. Michael also discusses future trends shaping telecom security and what it takes to stay ahead in an industry where reliability, innovation, and trust are paramount. Whether you’re a security professional, executive, or technologist, this episode delivers practical insights for protecting the systems that keep the world connected.