Topic: Infrastructure

Seminar Topics

[1 CPE] Intelligent SSE: Secure Everything from Anywhere

  Presented by Travis Pinto, Regional Solutions Engineering 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] Intelligent SSE: Secure Everything from Anywhere

  Presented by Ramien Ebadypour, Principal Solutions Engineer • Netskope

This session will provide a technical overview of Secure Access Service Edge (SASE), focused on the following topics:

  • SASE Overview
  • What Your Future Network May Look Like
  • The Truth Behind Inline Malware Prevention
  • New Technologies That Make Data Loss Prevention (DLP) Easier
  • Zero-Trust Network Access VPNs are Difficult to Deploy
  • Maximizing Value Through Integrations and Automation

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

[1 CPE] Navigating Cloud Complexity: Challenges, Drivers, and Solutions

  Presented by John McHaney, Enterprise Architect • Hitachi Vantara

Join this session for an overview of challenges and drivers for customers related to Cloud, including a General Hybrid Cloud architecture overview with Hitachi On-Prem, Near-Cloud and Hybrid-Cloud Solution Offerings.

John McHaney is an Enterprise Architect at Hitachi Vantara specializing in Cloud, Converged, and Business Applications, with expertise in Oracle and SAP technologies. He joined Hitachi Vantara in October 2018, bringing a background in software development, Oracle database administration, and infrastructure architecture. With experience in technical pre-sales at EMC, Oracle, and Hitachi, John excels in communicating complex solutions. Based in Atlanta, Georgia, he continues to innovate in enterprise architecture, leveraging his extensive experience in Oracle, SAP, and cloud technologies.

[1 CPE] Disaster Preparedness and Data Protection Strategies for Business Continuous Availability

  Presented by Stacey Budd, Data Resilience Expert and Sales Engineer Team Leader • Arcserve

As natural disasters like hurricanes, wildfires, and severe winter events become more frequent and intense, businesses face increasing economic and operational challenges. High-profile disasters, including the Camp Fire in 2018, which incurred a staggering $16.5 billion in damages, and Hurricane Maria’s profound impact on Puerto Rico, estimated at $139 billion for full recovery, underscore the escalating financial stakes.

This presentation will explore effective strategies to bolster business resilience in the face of natural catastrophes.

Key elements of the session will include:

  • Critical insights from Arcserve’s annual global research study on disaster preparedness.
  • A comprehensive Disaster Preparedness Checklist tailored for companies.
  • Practical tools designed to safeguard business operations and data resilience.

We will delve into the details of a 5-step disaster and ransomware recovery plan template, as well as the 3-2-1-1 backup strategy, which ensures robust data recovery through multiple backup copies stored both locally and offsite. By implementing these strategies, businesses can minimize financial losses, reduce operational downtime, and achieve a rapid recovery, thereby ensuring continuity even during catastrophic events. This session aims to arm business leaders with the essential tools and knowledge to safeguard their enterprises amidst an increasingly unpredictable global landscape.

[1 CPE] Demystifying Microsoft Copilot: Preparing for Successful Deployment

  Presented by Wil Herrera, CTO & Alex Esterly, Sr Solutions Architect  • iT1 Source

This session will provide a comprehensive exploration of Copilot for Microsoft 365. Attendees will gain insights into maximizing their effectiveness along with how to deploy, ensuring successful integration into all aspects of your tasks and workflows while addressing ethical considerations and maximizing productivity.

[1 CPE] Adventures in CIS: Settings Standards for Windows Workstations and Servers

  Presented by INTERFACE Advisory Council

The Bank of Hawaii has recently completed a project implementing a set of benchmarks defined by the Center for Internet Security (CIS). The intent of this project was to standardize and document security settings on all Windows Workstations and Servers across the organization. The scope of this project was enormous, but the benefits of having completed the implementation are great. Preston and Mike will be discussing the trials and tribulations they encountered along the two-and-a-half-year implementation. In addition, they will offer suggestions for organizations wishing to harden their own security profile through the implementation of CIS benchmarks.

Speakers:

  • Mike Lotter, Systems Automation and Security Engineer, Bank of Hawaii
  • Preston Robler, Manager, Infrastructure Application Services, Bank of Hawaii

Preston Robler was born and raised in Colorado. He obtained a degree in Computer Science from the University of Colorado and has 12 years of experience developing applications in the Java programming language. His adventures in software development have taken him from Colorado to Massachusetts, New Zealand, Alaska, and finally Hawaii. Currently, he manages the Systems Automation and Security team at the Bank of Hawaii.

Mike Lotter has spent over 10 years in systems and network administration across two continents, with a focus on Microsoft products and security. For the last 3 years, he has worked in the Systems Automation and Security team at Bank of Hawaii, two of which were spent on the CIS implementation project.

[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] 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] Achieving Your Goals with Hybrid Cloud

  Presented by Chet Sulgrove, Technical Expert, Hybrid Cloud & Converged Infrastructure Healthcare Solutions • Hitachi Vantara

The extension of traditional data center applications to include public cloud has led to a rethinking of how to approach cloud strategies with a common operations model that can scale up and down quickly to take advantage of new business opportunities. As a result, companies are seeking to balance their public and private cloud strategy, aligning to a common Hybrid Cloud Operating Model.

Chet Sulgrove is a seasoned Solutions Specialist with a dynamic career spanning 36 years in the IT industry, with a significant focus on Hybrid Cloud and Converged Infrastructure. Chet’s approach is notably holistic and consultative, prioritizing a deep understanding of each client’s unique business objectives, challenges, and requirements. His tenure includes more than 10 years at Hitachi Vantara, where he has honed his skills in leveraging business insights, discovery, and competitive analysis. Known for building strong, trust-based relationships, Chet effectively collaborates with executive leaders, stakeholders, technologists, and partners, balancing technical acumen with a keen focus on partnership and customer-centric solutions.

[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.