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Cybersecurity Summit Seattle: Data Security

Seattle, WA

On Demand August 16, 2024

Event Overview

Seattle’s 2025 Cybersecurity Summit focuses on safeguarding sensitive data in an increasingly complex digital environment. With AI rapidly becoming an integral part of enterprise systems, this event will explore securing machine learning models, detecting AI-generated threats, and managing the risks of non-human identities in cloud infrastructures. In light of growing ransomware attacks on critical infrastructure, attendees will gain insights into how AI can be leveraged to strengthen data security and prepare for the next wave of sophisticated cyber threats.

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Highlight Topics

Securing Machine Learning Models
Detecting AI-Generated Threats
Managing Non-Human Identities
AI-Enhanced Data Security

Robert Costello

Chief Information Officer, CISA

Karen Habercoss

Chief Privacy Officer, UChicago Medicine

Ginger Armbruster

Chief Privacy Officer and IT Division Director, City of Seattle, WA

Tyler Maddry

Partner, Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP

Lisa Sotto

Partner and Chair of Global Privacy and Cybersecurity Practice, Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP

Kenneth Townsend

CISO, Ingredion

E.P. Mathew

Deputy CIO, Defense Intelligence Agency

Imran Ahmad

Partner/Canadian Head of Technology, Norton Rose Fulbright

John Horn

Director, Cybersecurity Practice, Datos Insights

Heather West

Senior Director, Cybersecurity and Privacy Services, Venable

Anahi Santiago

CISO, ChristianaCare

Ray Griffin

CISO and Head of Information Security, Cox Media Group

Past Speakers

Thought Leaders on Stage Leading Deep-Dive Discussions

ISMG Summits bring the foremost thought leaders and educators in the security space to the stage, interactive workshops and networking events. Learn from the “who’s who” in cybersecurity passionate about the latest tools and technology to defend against threats.

Past Agenda

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Enhancing Collaborative Risk Management: Unifying the Approach to Fraud, Cyber, and Tech Risks

In this session, we spotlight the critical synergies between various risk functions, emphasizing the interconnectedness of fraud, cyber, and technology risks.

The panel will focus on the importance of establishing a common language across different risk domains and explore how fostering interdisciplinary communication and understanding is crucial for timely and effective response to threats, aligning different departments under a unified risk management objective.
In this discussion, our esteemed panel will:

Examine the collaborative frameworks that enable CISOs and IT teams to seamlessly integrate security measures with everyday IT operations.
Highlight success stories that showcase the benefits of these partnerships, emphasizing efficient risk mitigation and the development of a robust cybersecurity culture.
Offer insights on how to establish a shared language for risk communication, the formation of interdisciplinary teams, and the importance of vigilant monitoring and rapid response systems.
Discuss the critical role of CISOs in championing security investments and the necessity of executive support to foster an organizational environment that prioritizes cybersecurity awareness.

John Banghart, Senior Director for Cybersecurity Services, Venable LLP

David Anderson, Vice President, Cyber, Woodruff Sawyer

Anahi Santiago, CISO, ChristianaCare

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From Attack to Recovery: Incident Response in Ransomware Scenarios

Ransomware persists as one of the most high-stake threats cybersecurity leaders face, no matter how robust their organisation’s security architecture may be. Growing attack vectors create increased risk – whether through internal lapses in coverage, in a partner’s supply chain or through human error – and threat actors are deploying increasingly sophisticated techniques to exploit vulnerabilities and infiltrate previously secure networks.

As a precursor to an interactive incident response workshop, learn from industry leaders who have faced and defended against the pervasive threat of ransomware attacks firsthand. Attendees will hone their knowledge of ransomware attacks and their organisations’ potential vulnerabilities as they prepare to enter The Solution Room.

Key topics include:

Learn how to leverage public-private engagement to stay aware of global threats;
Explore best practices for preparation and response to ransomware attacks while considering their impact on client and proprietary data;
Identify how to most effectively inform internal stakeholders in case of a security breach;
Gain a comprehensive understanding of ransomware complexities and develop robust strategies for safeguarding digital assets in the face of this evolving cybercrime.

Ginger Armbruster, Chief Privacy Officer and IT Division Director

Karen Habercoss, Chief Privacy Officer, UChicago Medicine

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Building an AI-First Organization: Realistic or Hype?

After "cloud-first", is it time for an "AI-first" organization? Rapid advancements in AI and the fast pace of adoption indicate that an AI-first organization can become a reality in the not-so-distant future.

But how realistic is the concept of an AI-first organization where AI is at the core of strategy, operations and culture? The session will look into the practical challenges in effectively integrating AI into the core of their business operations and culture, ensuring it drives measurable value and innovation, and how to address those challenges.

Key Discussion Points:

Is “AI-first” organization a realistic and practical approach or simply overhyped;
Challenges around building an “AI-First” organization;
Key aspects of building an AI-first organization and integrating AI across all facets of an organization;
Cultivating an AI-driven culture.

Jaimen Hoopes, Vice President of Product Management, Data Security

Solutions

Ronan Murphy, Member of the AI Advisory Council, Government of Ireland

Networking Break

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Navigating the Technical Landscape of AI: Empowering CISOs for Secure Implementation

As the digital landscape continues to evolve, the integration of AI and ML technologies into organizations' operations has become increasingly prevalent. These transformative technologies hold great potential for enhancing efficiency, automation and decision-making processes.

However, with the tremendous benefits they offer, AI and ML also bring about unique challenges and risks that demand the attention of CISOs.

This session is designed specifically for CISOs seeking to fortify their understanding of AI technologies and their implications on cybersecurity. The session will delve into the technical intricacies of AI systems and explore the pivotal role CISOs play in ensuring a secure and responsible AI implementation within their organizations.

Key topics covered during the session will include:

Fundamentals of AI and ML: Learning core principles and algorithms powering AI and ML that would help CISOs
understand AI-driven app mechanics;
AI in Cybersecurity: Exploring the current landscape of AI applications in the realm of cybersecurity, including threat detection, anomaly identification, and risk assessment, along with insights into the potential for AI-driven attacks;
Data Privacy and Ethics: Addressing the ethical considerations and data privacy challenges that arise from AI implementation;
Adversarial AI and Mitigation Strategies: Analyzing the concept of adversarial AI, its potential to subvert AI systems, and best practices for safeguarding AI algorithms from malicious attacks;
AI Governance and Risk Management: Highlighting the significance of comprehensive AI governance frameworks and risk management strategies to mitigate potential AI-related risks effectively;
Collaborating With AI Teams: Strategies for fostering collaboration between CISOs and AI development teams, facilitating a cohesive approach to security in AI projects.

Tim Gallo, Head of Global Solutions Architects, Google

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Economics of Cloud: Optimizing Spend by Avoiding Ignorance

The economics of cloud computing is as raging a conversation in CIO’s office as in a CFO’s.

For decades, the traditional IT models have been based on “owning IT” rather than “consuming IT”. As a result, most enterprises develop business cases and also negotiate contracts that don’t take into account the differential approach specific to cloud. The result: overspending or rising cost of cloud adoption. This raises questions on deriving value from cloud investments which often fell short of expectations and sometimes also resulting into reverse migration to on-prem.

The session will focus on cloud economics and optimizing investments as well as how to avoid the classic mistakes such as undefined cloud road map, miscalculated cloud forecasts and undefined business case, among others.

The session will cover:

Understanding cloud cost factors;
Practical cost-optimization strategies;
The importance of visibility and monitoring;
The importance of cloud governance.

Liquian Lim, Senior Product Marketing Manager, Snyk

Lunch

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Aligning Cloud Strategy with AI-Adoption: Are CIOs Cashing on the Opportunity?

Though the term artificial intelligence came into existence much earlier than cloud, the latter is perhaps solely responsible for improvement in AI innovations and its adoption or we can say cloud computing has been an effective catalyst for AI adoption.

Various cloud computing models have played a vital role in shaping the use of AI use cases for the real world. Moreover, edge computing, which extends the cloud capabilities to on premises with low latency will further help in developing more practical use cases. More recently, large language models have made to the headlines and the fundamental layer to build those is cloud computing.

The session will discuss how CIOs are tweaking their cloud computing framework to accelerate the practical application of new AI technologies, including generative AI.

The session will cover:

The growing influence of AI and enterprise response;
Need for augmenting cloud infrastructure for optimal performance;
Challenges in aligning AI and cloud strategies.

Lisa Sotto, Partner and Chair of the Global Privacy and Cybersecurity

Practice, Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP

Tyler Maddry, Partner, Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP

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Cloud Leadership: Tapping the Forces of Change for Business Acceleration

Cloud leadership plays a pivotal role in harnessing the forces of change unleashed by cloud computing.

By embracing the power of the cloud, organizations can accelerate business growth, enhance agility, and stay ahead in an increasingly digital landscape. Effective cloud leaders understand the potential of cloud technology, drive strategic initiatives and empower their organizations to tap into the transformative capabilities offered by the cloud.

The session will explore the concept of cloud leadership and highlight the key factors that enable organizations to leverage cloud computing for competitive advantage.

Jason Cook, AVP Worldwide Partner Sales Engineering, Rubrik

Networking Break

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Harnessing AI in Cybersecurity: Lessons from the C-Suite

AI’s rapid emergence across every aspect of business operations serves as both a catalyst for growth and a vector for heightened risk.

Our panel of leading CISOs will offer an unfiltered glimpse into the strategic deployment of AI by information security practitioners. These industry leaders will share their direct experiences, focusing on the transformative role AI plays in enhancing security measures, the challenges of integrating AI into existing frameworks, and the innovative strategies developed to mitigate associated risks. Attendees will leave with a comprehensive perspective on strategic AI integration, including:

Real-world deployment: Delve into how top organizations have successfully integrated AI into their security operations, highlighting the decision-making processes, implementation strategies, and adjustments made to align AI initiatives with security goals.
Navigating challenges: Unpack the hurdles encountered by CISOs in adopting AI, from overcoming data bias and ensuring privacy to securing AI systems against adversarial attacks, and the practical solutions that were employed.
Mitigating risks: Gain actionable insights into the risk management practices refined through firsthand experiences, including the development of robust frameworks to assess and mitigate the unique risks posed by AI.
Adapting to an AI-driven security landscape: Learn from the foresight and adaptability of leading security practitioners as they prepare their organizations for the future, ensuring resilience against the evolving threat landscape influenced by AI.

Imran Ahmad, Partner/Canadian Head of Technology, Norton Rose

Fulbright

Ray Griffin, CISO and Head of Information Security, Cox Media Group

John Horn, Director, Cybersecurity Practice, Datos Insights

Shervin Evans, Information Security Officer, Deltec Bank & Trust Limited

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Inside the Ransomware Battlefield: Former CISO on Defending Critical Infrastructure and Leading Through Crisis

Join an exclusive session with a former CISO as they share candid and highly relevant insight drawn from their personal experiences managing major ransomware attacks.

Discover how to strengthen your organization’s resilience by learning directly from those who have navigated these intense challenges, offering you practical strategies and invaluable lessons for future preparedness.

This session will:

Explore the speaker’s firsthand experience in managing a significant ransomware attack compared to prior training.
Highlight the importance of communication and showing empathy in incident response.
Discuss the personal and financial implications of a cyber incident for CISOs, their organizations and customers.
Emphasize the need for collaboration among legal, compliance and communication stakeholders.

Robert Costello, Chief Information Officer, CISA

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Strategic Data Security in Capital Markets: Navigating Cyber Risks

In the world of capital markets, cybersecurity extends beyond the traditional IT scope, ensuring the security of client and enterprise communications and data. Although all employees share the responsibility for cybersecurity, Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs), Chief Risk Officers, and other senior security leaders are at the forefront, confronting cyber threats directly.

Previously regarded as back-office functions, these roles have gained strategic importance due to the growing sophistication of cybercriminals, their advanced tools, and the significant financial implications at stake. Significant cyber risks in the capital markets include:

Data Breaches and Authentication Weaknesses: Insufficient multifactor authentication can result in severe data breaches.
API Security Flaws: The fast pace of digital transformation reveals vulnerabilities in API ecosystems.
Cloud Security Issues: SaaS deployments bring about new security challenges.
Risks from Third-Party and Fourth-Party Vendors: Handling risks from external partners remains a complex issue.

Shaked Rotlevi, Technical Product Marketing Manager, Wiz