Topic: Information Security

Seminar Topics

[1 CPE] The Intersection of AI and Cybersecurity

  Presented by Dan Hackney, Security Architect • Check Point

As artificial intelligence (AI) permeates our lives, it’s crucial to address the cybersecurity challenges it presents. In this dynamic landscape, AI will be utilized by both attackers and defenders. We will explore the opportunities of leveraging AI to enhance your business and defenses while acknowledging the potential risks. AI-powered attacks, opaque AI systems, and a lack of standardized security practices demand proactive measures, rigorous protocols, and transparent designs to ensure a secure AI ecosystem.

[1 CPE] Security Trends and Predictions

  Presented by Peter Ingebrigtsen, Sr Technical Marketing Manager • Arctic Wolf

In a dynamic cybersecurity landscape and fast-paced market, organizations grapple with ever-changing threats. Uncertainty abounds as they seek to benchmark themselves against their peers and prioritize initiatives. Join Arctic Wolf Senior Technical Marketing Manager, Peter Ingebrigtsen, as he explores key areas organizations are focusing on, top threat concerns, and responses by established organizations to emerging threats. Leveraging Arctic Wolf research, Peter further presents five critical security predictions for the next 12 months.

[1 CPE] Securing the Future: Cyber Insurance and Cybersecurity Strategies for 2024

  Presented by Andrew Livingston, Cyber Security Specialist • Sentinel Technologies

In the dynamic and interconnected digital era of 2024, the landscape of cyber threats continuously evolves, posing unprecedented challenges to businesses worldwide. “Securing the Future: Cyber Insurance and Cybersecurity Strategies for 2024” delves into the intricacies of cyber insurance as a pivotal component of modern business risk management. This presentation offers a thorough exploration of the latest trends in cyber threats that businesses face, such as sophisticated AI-driven attacks, the proliferation of ransomware, and the vulnerabilities introduced by emerging technologies. It highlights the critical challenges that could lead to the denial of cyber insurance claims and potential loss of coverage, emphasizing the importance of compliance, accurate representation of cybersecurity measures, and prompt incident reporting.

Furthermore, the presentation shifts focus towards proactive strategies for enhancing an organization’s cybersecurity posture. It outlines actionable tips for businesses to not only fortify their defenses against cyber threats but also to positively influence their cyber insurance rates. Through a blend of expert insights and practical guidance, the audience will learn about the significance of regular risk assessments, the adoption of multi-factor authentication, encryption, endpoint security, and the development of robust incident response plans. We’ll discuss:

  • Insights into the evolving cyber threat landscape in 2024.
  • Common pitfalls leading to cyber insurance claim denials.
  • Strategies for enhancing cybersecurity measures to favorably impact insurance rates.
  • The future outlook of cyber insurance and the role of emerging technologies.

By the conclusion of this presentation, attendees will be equipped with the knowledge to navigate the complexities of cyber insurance and implement comprehensive cybersecurity strategies. This will not only prepare them to mitigate the risks of cyber threats but also optimize their insurance coverage in the face of an ever-changing digital threat landscape.

[1 CPE] AI-Powered Security First Unified SASE (Secure Access Service Edge)

  Presented by HPE Aruba Networking & Structured

As the traditional security perimeter continues to dissolve, traditional networking and security architectures are now insufficient.

Over the last year, many IT leaders have embraced a Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) framework to enable faster and more secure connectivity across their global organizations. SASE converges the functions of network and security solutions into a single, cloud-native service that delivers consistent connectivity and security from everywhere.

[1 CPE] Cybersecurity and Compliance For 2024

  Presented by Rob Wayt, Director of Governance, Risk, and Compliance • Structured

The cybersecurity regulatory compliance landscape has never been more complicated, and this presentation will provide information and updates to CMMC, GLBA, PCI, TSA, generative AI and security best practices. This discussion will focus on security solutions to these challenges, including penetration testing and zero trust implementations. Rob Wayt, Director of Governance, Risk, and Compliance at Structured will be the presenter.

[1 CPE] Cybersecurity and Compliance For 2024

  Presented by Rob Wayt, Director of Governance, Risk, and Compliance • Structured

The cybersecurity regulatory compliance landscape has never been more complicated, and this presentation will provide information and updates to CMMC, GLBA, PCI, TSA, generative AI and security best practices. This discussion will focus on security solutions to these challenges, including penetration testing and zero trust implementations. Rob Wayt, Director of Governance, Risk, and Compliance at Structured will be the presenter.

[1 CPE] Global Insights on Identity Security Maturity: Why it Matters? Why Now?

  Presented by Brian Roberts, Sr Solutions Engineer • CyberArk

In our global survey of 1,500 identity-related security experts, we found only 9% of organizations have the highest level of maturity. These Transformative organizations have the most mature identity security programs as they strategically focus on four key tenets: tools, integration, automation, and continuous threat detection & response. As a result, these organizations significantly outperform their competition in driving business outcomes and reducing risk. Learn how you can mature your identity security program because the future of security starts with identity.

Key Session Takeaways:

  • Top challenges for identity security
  • The four tenets of identity security
  • How to take a holistic approach to identity security
  • Key considerations in evaluating identity security providers

Brian Roberts is a motivated, technically-minded individual with 12 years of solutions engineering experience ranging from backup and disaster recovery to identity security. He primarily focuses on Privilege Access Management and Least Privilege Enforcement with self-hosted and cloud assets.

[1 CPE] Navigating the Cybersecurity Landscape: Essential Considerations for MDR

  Presented by Wayne Selk, Vice President of Cybersecurity Programs and Executive Director at CompTIA ISAO • ESET

Join Wayne Selk, Vice President of Cybersecurity Programs and Executive Director at CompTIA ISAO, and ESET as they navigate the intricacies of MDR (Managed Detection and Response) services and chart a course for enhanced cybersecurity resilience. Discover the importance of 24/7 service coverage in the face of global threats and the importance of human analysts working alongside your technology stack. Understand how compliance requirements influence vendor selection.