Topic: Information Security

Seminar Topics

[1 CPE] Demystifying Zero Trust: Simplifying Network Security

  Presented by Tanner Harrison, Systems Engineer • Fortinet

Today’s ever-changing threat landscape challenges traditional security models. The emergence of the Zero Trust model represents a transformative approach, reshaping how organizations protect their assets. This presentation aims to demystify Zero Trust, offering a comprehensive understanding that goes beyond buzzwords. We will explore the foundational concepts of Zero Trust, emphasizing the “never trust, always verify” philosophy. By the end of this session, attendees will be equipped with the knowledge to begin their Zero Trust journey, enhancing their security posture, and protecting critical data and systems from modern threats. Whether you are a security professional, IT manager, or organizational leader, this discussion will empower you to take decisive action toward a more secure future.

[1 CPE] Modernizing Application Delivery with the Enterprise Browser

  Presented by Island & Abnormal

In today’s dynamic business environment, organizations are increasingly seeking ways to modernize their application delivery infrastructure. The Enterprise Browser (EB) has emerged as a powerful solution that addresses the evolving needs of enterprises. This presentation explores the key features and benefits of the EB, highlighting how it can transform application delivery for enhanced security, productivity, and user experience while reducing IT infrastructure and support costs.

[1 CPE] Building a Fortress: Why Allowlisting Traffic is Key to Secure Networks

  Presented by Charles Killmer, Sr Security Analyst and Solution Architect • FRSecure

In this presentation, we’ll explore the critical role of allowlisting in enhancing network security. By focusing on controlling both ingress and egress traffic, allowlisting ensures that only trusted traffic is permitted, reducing the attack surface and minimizing vulnerabilities. Learn how adopting a comprehensive allowlisting strategy can help build a secure, resilient network fortress, protecting your systems from malicious threats and unauthorized access. Whether you’re implementing it for the first time or refining your approach, this session will highlight best practices and common pitfalls.

[1 CPE] The Modern Kill Chain: How Attacks Have Gone from Months to Minutes

  Presented by Tony Kelly, Sr Manager, Sales Engineering • Lookout

Cloud breaches are now happening in minutes, not months. Threat actors are exploiting the fact that mobile devices are more susceptible to social engineering, enabling them to gain direct access to cloud infrastructure and swiftly compromise data. Join us for this 50-minute presentation to learn:

  • How the traditional cyber kill chain has evolved to exploit mobile users
  • Why attacks utilizing a mobile device are increasing
  • What makes your organization vulnerable to a modern-day attack
  • Why stopping breaches requires the ability to identify anomalous data movements
  • The three key capabilities you need to defend against modern breaches

[1 CPE] Enhancing Security with Observability: Real-Time Threat Detection and Insights

  Presented by Kyle Kowalski, Lead Solutions Engineer • Dynatrace

In a world of complex dependencies, leveraging observability data can improve the security posture of any organization. From identifying false alarms to removing noise, to including critical context to vulnerability and anomaly detection, it helps to identify threats in real time.

Kyle Kowalski, Lead Solutions Engineer, will discuss how organizations can merge logs, metrics, events, and traces to create a comprehensive view of their environments. He will demonstrate the impact of AI in unifying these data points for faster, more accurate security insights.

[1 CPE] Don’t Build a Fire Department

  Presented by Brian Knopp, Principal Sales Engineer • Arctic Wolf

Building and maintaining an internal SOC operation is hard. We’ll discuss why it’s imperative that organizations lean on 3rd party partners to provide 24×7 monitoring across your collective attack surfaces.

[1 CPE] Architecting a Data-Centric Approach to Zero Trust

  Presented by Aaron Kremer, Technical Solution Specialist • NetApp

Security has become a key pillar to protect data, data management and mobility is critical for ensuring the data is where it is needed, and with all the complexity everyone is managing, simplicity is key to helping customers accelerate their outcomes.

[1 CPE] AI in Cybersecurity: Navigating the Double-Edged Sword

  Presented by Johan Bloomhart, Principal Sales Engineer • WatchGuard & BlackPoint IT

The rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has introduced both transformative opportunities and unprecedented risks to the cybersecurity landscape. While AI is a powerful tool for automating threat detection and enhancing security protocols, it also presents new avenues for cybercriminals to launch more sophisticated attacks. In AI in Cybersecurity: Navigating the Double-Edged Sword, we’ll explore AI’s dual impact—empowering both defenders and attackers—and discuss how to harness AI responsibly to protect against emerging threats.

This session will cover:

  • An overview of AI’s evolution and its prominence in the modern business world.
  • How malicious actors exploit AI for nefarious purposes, and the vulnerabilities that arise.
  • How cybersecurity professionals use AI to fortify defenses, identify threats, and mitigate risks.
  • Predictions for AI’s long-term influence on the security industry.
  • The latest technological tools and techniques that can mitigate the risks posed by AI.

We’ll also offer guidance on developing an artificial intelligence policy that allows your organization to leverage AI’s productivity benefits while minimizing risks to data security. Participants will walk away with actionable insights into how to implement AI securely in their business, staying ahead of both competitors and cyber threats.

[1 CPE] The Current Threat Landscape Requires a Unique Approach

  Presented by Liran Chen, Vice President, Sales Engineering & Technical Services • Forescout

Specialized threats targeting OT environments have been around since at least 2010, with the reports of Stuxnet. Recognizing the criticality of these devices, Threat Actors have continued evolving, continuing to target OT devices, many of which are inherently insecure-by-design. Research, such as Vedere Labs’ OT:ICEFALL research project and Project Basecamp by Digital Bond from 10 years ago showed how significant the scope of vulnerable devices are that are pervasive in critical infrastructure systems. Today’s SOC needs to not only see those devices and the risks they pose while also ensuring accurate detection of the threats uniquely targeting those OT environments they’re deployed in. This session will explore this unique threat landscape and the capabilities required to combat the threats and automatically mitigate the risks specially targeting Operational Technology environments.

[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).