ISMG Engage - Toronto
Engage March 7, 2023
ISMG Engage Toronto will leverage the largest community of industry leaders, including members of ISMG’s CISO community, CyberEdBoard, professionals will meet in a boardroom setting to hear from peers within the region.
ISMG Engage provides an in-person opportunity for executives to learn from each other and network. Join the largest community of security leaders for on-site, closed-door ’Deep Dive’ discussions designed to provide engaging insight on the latest threats, technology and solutions to apply in your place of work.
Hyatt Regency Toronto
Name :
Hyatt Regency Toronto
Address :
Hyatt Regency, King Street West, Toronto, ON, Canada
Greg Thompson
VP, CISO
Manulife
Based in Toronto, Canada, Greg Thompson is vice president and Chief Information Security Officer responsible for the Global Information Security Risk program at Manulife Financial. Manulife Financial is a Canadian-based multinational insurance company and financial services provider headquartered in Toronto,...
Vinay Puri
Vice President, Head of Security Architecture
Thomason Reuters
Mohsen Azari
Director Cyber Defence
goeasy
Kush Sharma
CIO
Aptitude 360 Inc
As the CIO at Aptitude 360, a boutique customer experience firm, Sharma oversees the technology and security organization. Prior to this, he was the inaugural CISO for the city of Toronto and the inaugural cyber executive for Saputo. He was...
George Al-Koura
CISO
Ruby
Rob Knoblauch
Deputy CISO & VP, Business Information Security Office
Scotiabank
Rob Knoblauch, Deputy CISO & VP, Business Information Security Office at Scotiabank is a cyber security professional with over 20 years of experience protecting financial institutions from a myriad of information security risks. He serves on a variety of customer...
Samer Adi
CISO
Green Shield
Samer Adi is a strategic IT operations executive with expertise in driving information security programs within business units. He is a big picture visionary delivering business continuity while ensuring best-in-class security systems and implementing new technologies and process improvements to...
Zia Shah
CISO and Managing Director of Technology
KPMG, Canada
Zia Shah is the head of Information Security and Technology at KPMG in Canada. Zia joined KPMG in 2001 and has held a variety of senior management positions in Canada. In 2002, he was appointed Senior Principal at the firm...
Natalia Bakhtina
Director, Cybersecurity and IT Risk Management
BFL Canada
Natalia Bakhtina is a strategic CISO-level leader and is globally recognized as the Women in IT Canada Finalist 2022 for the “Outstanding Contribution of the Year”. Experienced results-oriented strategic professional in cybersecurity, IT and enterprise risk management and program management,...
Caitlin Gruenberg
Director, Solutions Engineer
CyberGRX
John Fahey
Cybersecurity Specialist
Infoblox
Sunil Chand
VP, CISO
OLG
Sunil Chand is a security management professional with more than 20 years of experience. Prior to joining Grant Thornton LLP, he held the role of Director, Information Security Consulting Services for TELUS Security and Chief Information Security Officer for a...
Farooq Naiyer
Global Head of Technology and Cyber Assurance
Munich RE
Farooq brings rich experience of more than 20 years in the area of cybersecurity, privacy, technology compliance and assurance. He currently serves the global leader for technology and cyber assurance for the Munich Re Group, He was formerly a Cybersecurity...
Shilpa Dahiya
Director Cybersecurity (Payments)
Metrolinx
Shilpa Dahiya is an accomplished Cybersecurity leader with strong problem‐solving capabilities; and a proven track record for consistently leading large organizations through significant changes. Shilpa has worked extensively in both public and private sector. In her current role, Shilpa is...
Deniz Hanley
Canada CISO and Head of Technology Risk Canada
Morgan Stanley
Deniz Hanley is the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) for Morgan Stanley in Canada. She is also the Head of Technology Risk for Morgan Stanley in Canada and an active member of the Canadian CISO Council. Deniz has more than...
Bruce Johnson
Senior Product Marketing Manager - Security
Cradlepoint
Bruce Johnson has been in the IT industry for over 30 years with IBM, Cisco Systems and now Cradlepoint. He is a security CISSP has been working in security for over 20 years. He loves speaking about relevant cybersecurity solutions...
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Welcome to the ISMG Engage - Toronto
  • 03:59 PM
  • 06:59 PM
Securing the Future: A Keynote Panel on Tackling API Security, Third-Party Risk and the Impact of ChatGPT
Rob Knoblauch, Deputy CISO & VP, Business Information Security Office, Scotiabank
Zia Shah, CISO and Managing Director of Technology, KPMG, Canada
Greg Thompson, VP, CISO, Manulife
Deniz Hanley, Canada CISO and Head of Technology Risk Canada, Morgan Stanley

In this dynamic keynote panel, our experts will explore the key differences between the modern and traditional CISO. They will take a deep dive into the absolute must-have skills and experiences that today's CISOs need to succeed, in a landscape where business risk and security decisions are more closely intertwined than ever before. You will also gain invaluable insights into:

  • API security: If 'API is the new endpoint,' how do we get a handle on inventory, vulnerabilities and defense?
  • Third-Party Risk: What happens when your greatest vulnerabilities are through the doors of your most strategic service providers?
  • ChatGPT: What are the potential use cases for the defender as well as the adversary?                                                                                                                                                                                   
Rob Knoblauch
Zia Shah
Greg Thompson
Deniz Hanley
  • 04:00 PM
  • 04:44 PM
Networking Break
  • 04:45 PM
  • 04:59 PM
Deep Dive Discussions: Topic-Based Intimate Sessions

Meet with security industry leaders in a boardroom setting to converse with peers and gain insight into leading security trends and technology. Participate in one of the following topic-based closed door Deep Dive Discussions.

  • Enhancing Your Security Posture
  • Third Party Risk Management
  • Cyber Governance
  • 5G Network Security and Business Opportunities
  • Zero Trust
  • 04:59 PM
  • 05:59 PM
  • 05:00 PM
  • 05:59 PM
Rob Knoblauch
Caitlin Gruenberg
Deep Dive: Mastering Stakeholder Communication: How to Get Buy-In and Enable Business Success
Rob Knoblauch, Deputy CISO & VP, Business Information Security Office, Scotiabank
Caitlin Gruenberg, Director, Solutions Engineer, CyberGRX

As a security leader, it’s critical for you to be able to bridge the gap between security concerns and business outcomes to ensure everyone plays an active role in the success of your TPRM program. But, you can have the most efficient and effective program there is and still not have the stakeholder support you need. Being able to effectively communicate risk for your company comes down to one thing: knowing your audience. For the board and C-Suite, they want to know cost and reputation implications. For your team, they need to understand the connection between security and business continuity. And, for the majority of employees, they need something tangible to relate to. 

Join Scotiabank Deputy CISO, Rob Knoblauch, and CyberGRX Director of Solutions Engineering, Caitlin Gruenberg, to learn how to master the message of TPRM success. 


  • 05:00 PM
  • 05:59 PM
Bruce Johnson
Sunil Chand
Deep Dive: Maximizing the Potential of 5G Technology: Balancing Opportunities and Security
Bruce Johnson, Senior Product Marketing Manager - Security, Cradlepoint
Sunil Chand, VP, CISO, OLG

The advent of 5G technology has brought about numerous business opportunities and has the potential to revolutionize the way we interact with technology. One of the biggest concerns for businesses using 5G networks is how to use them securely. The session will delve into the specific security issues associated with 5G Wireless WAN and the measures that need to be taken to protect against potential threats

We will also explore:

  • What business opportunities does 5G enable?  
  • The differences between 5G Wireless WAN and SD-WAN 
  • How businesses can utilize both technologies to ensure reliable and secure network connections.
  • 05:00 PM
  • 05:59 PM
Farooq Naiyer
Deep Dive: Enhancing Security Posture Visibility: Assessing Risks, Resource Allocation and Effectiveness
Farooq Naiyer, Global Head of Technology and Cyber Assurance , Munich RE

In this session, we will delve into the importance of visibility into an organization's security posture at the operational levels.

Participants will learn how this visibility can help identify risks and ensure proper resource allocation, spending, and resourcing for the security function. Additionally, we will discuss how this visibility can assist in measuring the effectiveness of security strategy execution. Join us for an in-depth exploration of the crucial role of visibility in enhancing an organization's overall security posture.

During this interactive deep dive we will explore:

  • Ways to provide visibility and garner the support culturally and financially
  • What are some of the methods used to communicate or answer the question ‘What is the state of my security posture?’
  • Discuss how many people on the panel regularly present to the board
  • 05:00 PM
  • 05:59 PM
Samer Adi
John Fahey
Deep Dive: How to Protect Enterprise Security in a Cloud-First World Through Zero Trust
Samer Adi, CISO , Green Shield
John Fahey, Cybersecurity Specialist, Infoblox

Sophisticated cyber threats are more prevalent now than ever, and with the increased use of cloud-based web applications from multiple devices, the threats are even more pervasive. Enterprises must ensure that sensitive data is protected and threats are mitigated accordingly. Our expert speakers will share their insights on how Zero Trust can help to mitigate these threats and will:

  • Explore the benefits of Zero Trust, as well as the challenges to keep in mind
  • Discuss the key components of a successful Zero Trust architecture
  • Assess the benefits of DNS in establishing an effective Zero Trust system
  • 05:00 PM
  • 05:59 PM
Natalia Bakhtina
Deep Dive: Cyber Governance: From Compliance to Competitive Advantage
Natalia Bakhtina, Director, Cybersecurity and IT Risk Management, BFL Canada

Organizations face many challenges when implementing and maintaining effective cyber governance.  During this session, we will examine many of these challenges including, a lack of understanding, limited resources, a complex regulatory environment, difficulty in measuring and demonstrating value and the evolving landscape. 

During this interactive Deep Dive you will also:

  • Delve into the various components of incident response planning, data privacy and third-party risk management
  • Discuss common challenges organizations face in implementing and maintaining effective cyber governance, and best practices for overcoming these challenges
Refreshment Break
  • 06:00 PM
  • 06:29 PM
Deep Dive Discussions: 10 Topic-Based Intimate Sessions

Meet with security industry leaders in a boardroom setting to converse with peers and gain insight into leading security trends and technology. Participate in one of the following topic-based closed door Deep Dive Discussions.

  • Enhancing Your Security Posture
  • Third Party Risk Management
  • Cyber Governance
  • 5G Network Security and Business Opportunities
  • Zero Trust
  • 06:29 PM
  • 07:29 PM
  • 06:30 PM
  • 07:29 PM
Rob Knoblauch
Deep Dive: Mastering Stakeholder Communication: How to Get Buy-In and Enable Business Success
Rob Knoblauch, Deputy CISO & VP, Business Information Security Office, Scotiabank

As a security leader, it’s critical for you to be able to bridge the gap between security concerns and business outcomes to ensure everyone plays an active role in the success of your TPRM program. But, you can have the most efficient and effective program there is and still not have the stakeholder support you need. Being able to effectively communicate risk for your company comes down to one thing: knowing your audience. For the board and C-Suite, they want to know cost and reputation implications. For your team, they need to understand the connection between security and business continuity. And, for the majority of employees, they need something tangible to relate to. 

Join Scotiabank Deputy CISO, Rob Knoblauch, to learn how to master the message of TPRM success. 


  • 06:30 PM
  • 07:29 PM
Farooq Naiyer
Deep Dive:Enhancing Security Posture Visibility: Assessing Risks, Resource Allocation and Effectiveness
Farooq Naiyer, Global Head of Technology and Cyber Assurance , Munich RE

In this session, we will delve into the importance of visibility into an organization's security posture at the operational levels.

Participants will learn how this visibility can help identify risks and ensure proper resource allocation, spending, and resourcing for the security function. Additionally, we will discuss how this visibility can assist in measuring the effectiveness of security strategy execution. Join us for an in-depth exploration of the crucial role of visibility in enhancing an organization's overall security posture.

During this interactive deep dive we will explore:

  • Ways to provide visibility and garner the support culturally and financially
  • What are some of the methods used to communicate or answer the question ‘What is the state of my security posture?’
  • Discuss how many people on the panel regularly present to the board
  • 06:30 PM
  • 07:29 PM
Samer Adi
John Fahey
Deep Dive: How to Protect Enterprise Security in a Cloud-First World Through Zero Trust
Samer Adi, CISO , Green Shield
John Fahey, Cybersecurity Specialist, Infoblox

Sophisticated cyber threats are more prevalent now than ever, and with the increased use of cloud-based web applications from multiple devices, the threats are even more pervasive. Enterprises must ensure that sensitive data is protected and threats are mitigated accordingly. Our expert speakers will share their insights on how Zero Trust can help to mitigate these threats and will:

  • Explore the benefits of Zero Trust, as well as the challenges to keep in mind
  • Discuss the key components of a successful Zero Trust architecture
  • Assess the benefits of DNS in establishing an effective Zero Trust system
  • 06:30 PM
  • 07:29 PM
Natalia Bakhtina
Deep Dive: Cyber Governance: From Compliance to Competitive Advantage
Natalia Bakhtina, Director, Cybersecurity and IT Risk Management, BFL Canada

Organizations face many challenges when implementing and maintaining effective cyber governance.  During this session, we will examine many of these challenges including, a lack of understanding, limited resources, a complex regulatory environment, difficulty in measuring and demonstrating value and the evolving landscape. 

During this interactive Deep Dive you will also:

  • Delve into the various components of incident response planning, data privacy and third-party risk management
  • Discuss common challenges organizations face in implementing and maintaining effective cyber governance, and best practices for overcoming these challenges
  • 06:30 PM
  • 07:29 PM
Bruce Johnson
Sunil Chand
Deep Dive: Maximizing the Potential of 5G Technology: Balancing Opportunities and Security
Bruce Johnson, Senior Product Marketing Manager - Security, Cradlepoint
Sunil Chand, VP, CISO, OLG

The advent of 5G technology has brought about numerous business opportunities and has the potential to revolutionize the way we interact with technology. One of the biggest concerns for businesses using 5G networks is how to use them securely. The session will delve into the specific security issues associated with 5G Wireless WAN and the measures that need to be taken to protect against potential threats

We will also explore:

  • What business opportunities does 5G enable?  
  • The differences between 5G Wireless WAN and SD-WAN 
  • How businesses can utilize both technologies to ensure reliable and secure network connections.
Closing Comments
  • 07:30 PM
  • 07:59 PM

ISMG Engage Toronto will leverage the largest community of industry leaders, including members of ISMG’s CISO community, CyberEdBoard, professionals will meet in a boardroom setting to hear from peers within the region.
ISMG Engage provides an in-person opportunity for executives to learn from each other and network. Join the largest community of security leaders for on-site, closed-door ’Deep Dive’ discussions designed to provide engaging insight on the latest threats, technology and solutions to apply in your place of work.

Hyatt Regency Toronto
Name :
Hyatt Regency Toronto
Address :
Hyatt Regency, King Street West, Toronto, ON, Canada

Greg Thompson
VP, CISO
Manulife
Based in Toronto, Canada, Greg Thompson is vice president and Chief Information Security Officer responsible for the Global Information Security Risk program at Manulife Financial. Manulife Financial is a Canadian-based multinational insurance company and financial services provider headquartered in Toronto,...
Vinay Puri
Vice President, Head of Security Architecture
Thomason Reuters
Mohsen Azari
Director Cyber Defence
goeasy
Kush Sharma
CIO
Aptitude 360 Inc
As the CIO at Aptitude 360, a boutique customer experience firm, Sharma oversees the technology and security organization. Prior to this, he was the inaugural CISO for the city of Toronto and the inaugural cyber executive for Saputo. He was...
George Al-Koura
CISO
Ruby
Rob Knoblauch
Deputy CISO & VP, Business Information Security Office
Scotiabank
Rob Knoblauch, Deputy CISO & VP, Business Information Security Office at Scotiabank is a cyber security professional with over 20 years of experience protecting financial institutions from a myriad of information security risks. He serves on a variety of customer...
Samer Adi
CISO
Green Shield
Samer Adi is a strategic IT operations executive with expertise in driving information security programs within business units. He is a big picture visionary delivering business continuity while ensuring best-in-class security systems and implementing new technologies and process improvements to...
Zia Shah
CISO and Managing Director of Technology
KPMG, Canada
Zia Shah is the head of Information Security and Technology at KPMG in Canada. Zia joined KPMG in 2001 and has held a variety of senior management positions in Canada. In 2002, he was appointed Senior Principal at the firm...
Natalia Bakhtina
Director, Cybersecurity and IT Risk Management
BFL Canada
Natalia Bakhtina is a strategic CISO-level leader and is globally recognized as the Women in IT Canada Finalist 2022 for the “Outstanding Contribution of the Year”. Experienced results-oriented strategic professional in cybersecurity, IT and enterprise risk management and program management,...
Caitlin Gruenberg
Director, Solutions Engineer
CyberGRX
John Fahey
Cybersecurity Specialist
Infoblox
Sunil Chand
VP, CISO
OLG
Sunil Chand is a security management professional with more than 20 years of experience. Prior to joining Grant Thornton LLP, he held the role of Director, Information Security Consulting Services for TELUS Security and Chief Information Security Officer for a...
Farooq Naiyer
Global Head of Technology and Cyber Assurance
Munich RE
Farooq brings rich experience of more than 20 years in the area of cybersecurity, privacy, technology compliance and assurance. He currently serves the global leader for technology and cyber assurance for the Munich Re Group, He was formerly a Cybersecurity...
Shilpa Dahiya
Director Cybersecurity (Payments)
Metrolinx
Shilpa Dahiya is an accomplished Cybersecurity leader with strong problem‐solving capabilities; and a proven track record for consistently leading large organizations through significant changes. Shilpa has worked extensively in both public and private sector. In her current role, Shilpa is...
Deniz Hanley
Canada CISO and Head of Technology Risk Canada
Morgan Stanley
Deniz Hanley is the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) for Morgan Stanley in Canada. She is also the Head of Technology Risk for Morgan Stanley in Canada and an active member of the Canadian CISO Council. Deniz has more than...
Bruce Johnson
Senior Product Marketing Manager - Security
Cradlepoint
Bruce Johnson has been in the IT industry for over 30 years with IBM, Cisco Systems and now Cradlepoint. He is a security CISSP has been working in security for over 20 years. He loves speaking about relevant cybersecurity solutions...

View Agenda
Welcome to the ISMG Engage - Toronto
  • 03:59 PM
  • 06:59 PM
Securing the Future: A Keynote Panel on Tackling API Security, Third-Party Risk and the Impact of ChatGPT
Rob Knoblauch, Deputy CISO & VP, Business Information Security Office, Scotiabank
Zia Shah, CISO and Managing Director of Technology, KPMG, Canada
Greg Thompson, VP, CISO, Manulife
Deniz Hanley, Canada CISO and Head of Technology Risk Canada, Morgan Stanley

In this dynamic keynote panel, our experts will explore the key differences between the modern and traditional CISO. They will take a deep dive into the absolute must-have skills and experiences that today's CISOs need to succeed, in a landscape where business risk and security decisions are more closely intertwined than ever before. You will also gain invaluable insights into:

  • API security: If 'API is the new endpoint,' how do we get a handle on inventory, vulnerabilities and defense?
  • Third-Party Risk: What happens when your greatest vulnerabilities are through the doors of your most strategic service providers?
  • ChatGPT: What are the potential use cases for the defender as well as the adversary?                                                                                                                                                                                   
Rob Knoblauch
Zia Shah
Greg Thompson
Deniz Hanley
  • 04:00 PM
  • 04:44 PM
Networking Break
  • 04:45 PM
  • 04:59 PM
Deep Dive Discussions: Topic-Based Intimate Sessions

Meet with security industry leaders in a boardroom setting to converse with peers and gain insight into leading security trends and technology. Participate in one of the following topic-based closed door Deep Dive Discussions.

  • Enhancing Your Security Posture
  • Third Party Risk Management
  • Cyber Governance
  • 5G Network Security and Business Opportunities
  • Zero Trust
  • 04:59 PM
  • 05:59 PM
  • 05:00 PM
  • 05:59 PM
Rob Knoblauch
Caitlin Gruenberg
Deep Dive: Mastering Stakeholder Communication: How to Get Buy-In and Enable Business Success
Rob Knoblauch, Deputy CISO & VP, Business Information Security Office, Scotiabank
Caitlin Gruenberg, Director, Solutions Engineer, CyberGRX

As a security leader, it’s critical for you to be able to bridge the gap between security concerns and business outcomes to ensure everyone plays an active role in the success of your TPRM program. But, you can have the most efficient and effective program there is and still not have the stakeholder support you need. Being able to effectively communicate risk for your company comes down to one thing: knowing your audience. For the board and C-Suite, they want to know cost and reputation implications. For your team, they need to understand the connection between security and business continuity. And, for the majority of employees, they need something tangible to relate to. 

Join Scotiabank Deputy CISO, Rob Knoblauch, and CyberGRX Director of Solutions Engineering, Caitlin Gruenberg, to learn how to master the message of TPRM success. 


  • 05:00 PM
  • 05:59 PM
Bruce Johnson
Sunil Chand
Deep Dive: Maximizing the Potential of 5G Technology: Balancing Opportunities and Security
Bruce Johnson, Senior Product Marketing Manager - Security, Cradlepoint
Sunil Chand, VP, CISO, OLG

The advent of 5G technology has brought about numerous business opportunities and has the potential to revolutionize the way we interact with technology. One of the biggest concerns for businesses using 5G networks is how to use them securely. The session will delve into the specific security issues associated with 5G Wireless WAN and the measures that need to be taken to protect against potential threats

We will also explore:

  • What business opportunities does 5G enable?  
  • The differences between 5G Wireless WAN and SD-WAN 
  • How businesses can utilize both technologies to ensure reliable and secure network connections.
  • 05:00 PM
  • 05:59 PM
Farooq Naiyer
Deep Dive: Enhancing Security Posture Visibility: Assessing Risks, Resource Allocation and Effectiveness
Farooq Naiyer, Global Head of Technology and Cyber Assurance , Munich RE

In this session, we will delve into the importance of visibility into an organization's security posture at the operational levels.

Participants will learn how this visibility can help identify risks and ensure proper resource allocation, spending, and resourcing for the security function. Additionally, we will discuss how this visibility can assist in measuring the effectiveness of security strategy execution. Join us for an in-depth exploration of the crucial role of visibility in enhancing an organization's overall security posture.

During this interactive deep dive we will explore:

  • Ways to provide visibility and garner the support culturally and financially
  • What are some of the methods used to communicate or answer the question ‘What is the state of my security posture?’
  • Discuss how many people on the panel regularly present to the board
  • 05:00 PM
  • 05:59 PM
Samer Adi
John Fahey
Deep Dive: How to Protect Enterprise Security in a Cloud-First World Through Zero Trust
Samer Adi, CISO , Green Shield
John Fahey, Cybersecurity Specialist, Infoblox

Sophisticated cyber threats are more prevalent now than ever, and with the increased use of cloud-based web applications from multiple devices, the threats are even more pervasive. Enterprises must ensure that sensitive data is protected and threats are mitigated accordingly. Our expert speakers will share their insights on how Zero Trust can help to mitigate these threats and will:

  • Explore the benefits of Zero Trust, as well as the challenges to keep in mind
  • Discuss the key components of a successful Zero Trust architecture
  • Assess the benefits of DNS in establishing an effective Zero Trust system
  • 05:00 PM
  • 05:59 PM
Natalia Bakhtina
Deep Dive: Cyber Governance: From Compliance to Competitive Advantage
Natalia Bakhtina, Director, Cybersecurity and IT Risk Management, BFL Canada

Organizations face many challenges when implementing and maintaining effective cyber governance.  During this session, we will examine many of these challenges including, a lack of understanding, limited resources, a complex regulatory environment, difficulty in measuring and demonstrating value and the evolving landscape. 

During this interactive Deep Dive you will also:

  • Delve into the various components of incident response planning, data privacy and third-party risk management
  • Discuss common challenges organizations face in implementing and maintaining effective cyber governance, and best practices for overcoming these challenges
Refreshment Break
  • 06:00 PM
  • 06:29 PM
Deep Dive Discussions: 10 Topic-Based Intimate Sessions

Meet with security industry leaders in a boardroom setting to converse with peers and gain insight into leading security trends and technology. Participate in one of the following topic-based closed door Deep Dive Discussions.

  • Enhancing Your Security Posture
  • Third Party Risk Management
  • Cyber Governance
  • 5G Network Security and Business Opportunities
  • Zero Trust
  • 06:29 PM
  • 07:29 PM
  • 06:30 PM
  • 07:29 PM
Rob Knoblauch
Deep Dive: Mastering Stakeholder Communication: How to Get Buy-In and Enable Business Success
Rob Knoblauch, Deputy CISO & VP, Business Information Security Office, Scotiabank

As a security leader, it’s critical for you to be able to bridge the gap between security concerns and business outcomes to ensure everyone plays an active role in the success of your TPRM program. But, you can have the most efficient and effective program there is and still not have the stakeholder support you need. Being able to effectively communicate risk for your company comes down to one thing: knowing your audience. For the board and C-Suite, they want to know cost and reputation implications. For your team, they need to understand the connection between security and business continuity. And, for the majority of employees, they need something tangible to relate to. 

Join Scotiabank Deputy CISO, Rob Knoblauch, to learn how to master the message of TPRM success. 


  • 06:30 PM
  • 07:29 PM
Farooq Naiyer
Deep Dive:Enhancing Security Posture Visibility: Assessing Risks, Resource Allocation and Effectiveness
Farooq Naiyer, Global Head of Technology and Cyber Assurance , Munich RE

In this session, we will delve into the importance of visibility into an organization's security posture at the operational levels.

Participants will learn how this visibility can help identify risks and ensure proper resource allocation, spending, and resourcing for the security function. Additionally, we will discuss how this visibility can assist in measuring the effectiveness of security strategy execution. Join us for an in-depth exploration of the crucial role of visibility in enhancing an organization's overall security posture.

During this interactive deep dive we will explore:

  • Ways to provide visibility and garner the support culturally and financially
  • What are some of the methods used to communicate or answer the question ‘What is the state of my security posture?’
  • Discuss how many people on the panel regularly present to the board
  • 06:30 PM
  • 07:29 PM
Samer Adi
John Fahey
Deep Dive: How to Protect Enterprise Security in a Cloud-First World Through Zero Trust
Samer Adi, CISO , Green Shield
John Fahey, Cybersecurity Specialist, Infoblox

Sophisticated cyber threats are more prevalent now than ever, and with the increased use of cloud-based web applications from multiple devices, the threats are even more pervasive. Enterprises must ensure that sensitive data is protected and threats are mitigated accordingly. Our expert speakers will share their insights on how Zero Trust can help to mitigate these threats and will:

  • Explore the benefits of Zero Trust, as well as the challenges to keep in mind
  • Discuss the key components of a successful Zero Trust architecture
  • Assess the benefits of DNS in establishing an effective Zero Trust system
  • 06:30 PM
  • 07:29 PM
Natalia Bakhtina
Deep Dive: Cyber Governance: From Compliance to Competitive Advantage
Natalia Bakhtina, Director, Cybersecurity and IT Risk Management, BFL Canada

Organizations face many challenges when implementing and maintaining effective cyber governance.  During this session, we will examine many of these challenges including, a lack of understanding, limited resources, a complex regulatory environment, difficulty in measuring and demonstrating value and the evolving landscape. 

During this interactive Deep Dive you will also:

  • Delve into the various components of incident response planning, data privacy and third-party risk management
  • Discuss common challenges organizations face in implementing and maintaining effective cyber governance, and best practices for overcoming these challenges
  • 06:30 PM
  • 07:29 PM
Bruce Johnson
Sunil Chand
Deep Dive: Maximizing the Potential of 5G Technology: Balancing Opportunities and Security
Bruce Johnson, Senior Product Marketing Manager - Security, Cradlepoint
Sunil Chand, VP, CISO, OLG

The advent of 5G technology has brought about numerous business opportunities and has the potential to revolutionize the way we interact with technology. One of the biggest concerns for businesses using 5G networks is how to use them securely. The session will delve into the specific security issues associated with 5G Wireless WAN and the measures that need to be taken to protect against potential threats

We will also explore:

  • What business opportunities does 5G enable?  
  • The differences between 5G Wireless WAN and SD-WAN 
  • How businesses can utilize both technologies to ensure reliable and secure network connections.
Closing Comments
  • 07:30 PM
  • 07:59 PM

Speaker Interviews

March 7, 2023

ISMG Engage - Toronto