Archives: Seminar

[1 CPE] Unleashing the Power of XDR: Elevating Security for Everyone!

  Presented by Aaron Biancrosso, Regional Account Director, and Jeff Baine, Solutions Architect • Barracuda & BlackPoint

Cyberattacks can reach your organization from any device and attack surface. With limited cybersecurity resources, how do you keep up with the ever-increasing volume of sophisticated, AI-powered attacks? Join this session to learn more about:

  • Transforming Security with XDR Solutions
  • Enhancing Protection within your environment
  • Simplifying the SOC Maturity Model
  • Improved visibility
  • Automated incident response
  • Integration with existing security tools.

[1 CPE] Intelligent SSE: Secure Everything from Anywhere

  Presented by Matt Senechal, Regional Sales Manager • Netskope

This session will provide a technical overview of Security Service Edge (SSE), focused on the following topics:

  • Unintentional or unapproved data movement
  • Data protection for internal and external threats
  • Conditional and contextual access to safely enable cloud & SaaS applications
  • Protection from cloud-enabled SaaS and web threats
  • Work from anywhere with a secure, fast experience

You will walk away understanding the fundamentals of SSE and how it will benefit your business.

[1 CPE] Hyper-V 2025 and Azure Local: A Powerful Partnership

  Presented by Robert Quimbey, Sr Solutions Architect • Pure Storage & Structured

Microsoft Server 2025 and Hyper-V increases scalability, introduces new features like GPU partitioning, enables VM live migration of VMs running GPU workloads on those partitions, hot patching, SMB over QUIC, and more! Learn about Microsoft Integrations that work on-premises and in the cloud! Azure Stack has been rebranded Azure Local. Learn about Pure’s work to integrate and see live demos!

[1 CPE] Harnessing AI for Better Network Experiences

  Presented by Spencer Rolfs, Product Marketing Manager, Wireless • Juniper Networks & Structured

What if your network could anticipate and solve problems before they affect your users? We believe that fast connectivity alone isn’t enough – it’s the quality of the connection that truly matters. Solutions that leverage AI for IT operations (AIOps) will raise the standards of industry norms with an experience-first approach. By seamlessly managing operations across the full stack, you can ensure not just connectivity, but an exceptional network experience. Join us to discover how an AI-native network can significantly reduce networking trouble tickets by up to 90%, lower OpEx by up to 85%, and improve incident resolution times by up to 50%.

Join us as we explore the future of networking by transforming complex challenges into streamlined operations, making networks more responsive, efficient, and user-centric than ever before.

[1 CPE] Proactive Threat Mitigation Through East/West Traffic Isolation

  Presented by Rich Horsely, Channel Sales Engineer • HPE Aruba Networking & Structured

Ransomware and targeted cyber security threats are on the rise. A proactive prevention strategy should use both tried and proven methodologies as well as new and emerging technologies. East West traffic identification and isolation is key in preventing malicious content from spreading, both in the Data Center and at the Campus Edge of the network. We will focus on innovative approaches to address the security compliance, performance, agility, and scalability demands of today’s highly distributed, hybrid, network environments.

[1 CPE] Fortifying the Digital Landscape: Integrating Regulation with Cybersecurity and GRC

  Presented by Rob Wayt, Director, Governance, Risk & Compliance • Structured

In today’s digital landscape, organizations face an increasing challenge to safeguard their information assets amidst evolving cybersecurity threats, regulatory demands, and operational complexities. This presentation explores the critical interplay between cybersecurity, compliance, risk management, and governance in the protection of sensitive data and information assets. Attendees will gain insights into best practices for creating a resilient cybersecurity program that aligns with regulatory requirements and organizational goals, supporting robust governance structures. Key topics include strategies for assessing and utilizing AI, implementing compliance controls, fostering a culture of security, and leveraging governance to ensure accountability and continuous improvement. This session provides a comprehensive approach for leaders and professionals aiming to secure information assets and enhance resilience in the face of emerging cyber threats.

[1 CPE] Securing Work Where It Happens with Prisma Access Browser

  Presented by Yossi Rosenboim, Manager, Solution Engineering • Palo Alto Networks & Structured

As work increasingly moves to the cloud, traditional network perimeters dissolve, and the browser becomes the new frontline for productivity and risk. This presentation explores how Prisma Access Browser is redefining security by shifting focus from network-based controls to the user’s primary workspace: the Browser. We’ll dive into how this solution uniquely protects users and data at the browser level. Join us to understand how a secure, zero-trust approach to browser activity can streamline compliance, enhance user experience, and fortify your security posture without compromising productivity. This session includes a live demo.

Yossi Rosenboim is a seasoned cybersecurity professional with over 20 years of experience. As a leader of the PNW solution consulting team at Palo Alto Networks, he specializes in guiding organizations through the evolving landscape of cyber security.

[1 CPE] CIO: Chief Insanity Officer – Thriving in the Role Without Losing Your Mind

  Presented by Megan Clarke • Chief Information Officer, King County WA

Over the past few decades, technological advances have progressed at a level we couldn’t have predicted. Cloud storage, Internet of Things, Bring Your Own Device, remote working, and now Artificial Intelligence have altered the landscape of what it means to be a Chief Information Officer. The resiliency needed to succeed as a CIO can compromise your time rapidly. We are all attempting to balance work and life, this is no different for IT leaders of all types.

Given the demands of cybersecurity and high productivity, today’s CIO must exhibit strong leadership, good decision-making, and a keen financial awareness. Building an IT staff can help you achieve all these objectives, provided you have the right mix of skills, experience, ambition, and diversity. Join Megan Clarke, CIO for King County, Washington, for a discussion about today’s modern-day CIO. Success looks different today, and the definition will only continue to evolve. Megan will share tips about using mental strength and determination as key tools to meet expectations.

Megan K. Clarke, Chief Information Officer (CIO) for King County WA, is a highly experienced, successful, and well-regarded business leader and CIO. She comes to King County from the City of Burbank, where she served as the Assistant Chief Information Officer. Megan brings 19 years of experience in the CIO field and has also previously been in the role of CIO with Stanford University, University of Southern California, The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (The Oscars), and The National Academy of Recording Arts & Sciences (The GRAMMYs).

[1 CPE] People or Machines? An Open Panel Discussion on Building a Balanced IT Team

  Presented by INTERFACE Advisory Council

You may be a small IT shop with limited resources. Using AI applications could help you tremendously but can have drawbacks. What is the correct balance of human workforce and AI supplementation? Every situation is unique and what works for one company, may not work for others. For larger IT shops, the challenges of retaining your top talent and training your staff properly create their own set of challenges. At the end of the day, how you manage your assets to get the job done remains a key responsibility of all IT leaders.

Join the INTERFACE Advisory Council for an open discussion about retaining your workforce, training the next generation of IT leaders, and using AI when appropriate. The difficulty you have in keeping your business operational while secure will never get easier. IT professionals need all the help they can get. Join this panel discussion to hear from your peers about how you can accomplish this tough task.

Moderator: Tony North, Sr Manager, IT Services, King County, Washington

Panelists:

  • Tad Doviak, MCL, Master of Cybersecurity and Leadership
  • Sreedhar Pamidiparthi, Director, Technical Architecture, Archway Software
  • Michael Secright, Chief Information Officer, HFS University of Washington
  • Harald Upegui, Director, Information Security, HealthPoint

[1 CPE] Incident Response: A Peek Behind the Curtain & the Solution

  Presented by Ron Pelletier, Founder and Chief Customer Officer • Pondurance, with iT1 Source

Join Ron Pelletier, Pondurance’s Co-Founder as he shares insights from the in-house Incident Response Team on current causes & trends, shortfalls on current IR Teams, and the solutions available. Learn about how Ransomware has evolved, how it’s analyzed, and what measures should be taken by security programs to keep themselves secure.

Ron has more than twenty-five years of client advisory experience in security and enterprise risk management. His expertise is centered within the enterprise risk assessment, business continuity, and governance areas. He has also provided HIPAA, HITECH, ISO 27002, and PCI DSS advisory services to large and mid-sized organizations. Ron is certified in multiple disciplines relating to information and asset protection, including Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Systems Security Manager (CISM), Certified Business Continuity Professional (CBCP), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Computer Forensics Examiner (CCFE), and Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH).