"Is AI right for our workplace?" It's a question that's popping up in coffee breaks, team meetings, and boardrooms across the globe. Every CISO and tech enthusiast is scratching their head, trying to wrap their minds around the wonders and worries of AI. Many are diving deep into crash courses and late-night reading, hoping to figure out if the buzz around AI is worth the hype, and more importantly, if it's right for them.
Undeniably, Artificial Intelligence is carving a niche in the realm of cybersecurity. Its prowess, exhibited through machine learning, natural language processing, and deep learning, equips organizations with the tools to sift through colossal data sets, spot intricate patterns, and make informed decisions at unparalleled speeds.
However, as we embrace the innovation AI offers, we must also confront the shadows it casts. The digital landscape is rife with risks, and malevolent actors are harnessing AI's potential in ingenious ways. A growing trend sees cyber adversaries leveraging AI to amplify the scope and success rate of deceptive tactics, using AI-generated content to persuade individuals into compromising security protocols.
We invite you to join a collaborative workshop with industry experts and like-minded professionals grappling with AI's multifaceted challenges and opportunities. Dive into this enlightening discussion, and leave with a clearer, more personal understanding of how AI fits into our cybersecurity world and how you can make the most of it.
Speakers:
Derek Boczenowski is SVP of IT Audit with Compass IT Compliance. Derek has over 20 years of IT experience in a variety of vertical markets, including financial services, higher education, and state/local government. Prior to joining Compass IT Compliance, Derek was the VP of Technology for a credit union in Massachusetts with approximately $700M in assets under management. With an MBA in Technology Management as well as industry leading certifications, such as being a Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Qualified Security Assessor (QSA), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), and Certified Data Privacy Solutions Engineer (CDPSE), Derek works with clients of all sizes and in all vertical markets to help them identify gaps in their IT security strategies and provide relevant, attainable solutions to ultimately mitigate their overall risk. Derek has spoken at numerous conferences throughout his career, including the Fiserv national conference and New York Banker’s Association Annual Meeting, and is recognized as a thought leader in the field of information technology and information security.
Chris Glanden is an experienced security strategist, specializing in advisory services, adeptly implementing data security frameworks, and streamlining processes to proactively prevent, detect, analyze, and respond to security incidents. He has led data governance initiatives and has participated in many security projects globally for a multitude of industry sectors such as Finance, Healthcare, and Manufacturing. Chris excels in risk identification, charting effective remediation roadmaps, implementing best practices, and strategically placing security products for optimal outcomes.
CJ Hurd is SVP of the Virtual Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) program with Compass IT Compliance. CJ holds over 20 years of experience across the information technology and cybersecurity landscape. He retired from the Coast Guard in 2018 after 21 years of active-duty service, where he was named the Coast Guard's Information Security Officer of the year in 2015, 2016, and 2017, as well as being named the Department of Homeland Security’s Information Security Officer of the year in 2016. CJ holds the Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) and Certified Data Privacy Solutions Engineer (CDPSE) certifications. In his role at Compass IT Compliance, CJ leads a team of Virtual CISOs that work with organizations of all sizes and across varying industries to develop, implement, enhance, and manage their cybersecurity programs. Serving as an organization’s Virtual CISO, members of CJ’s team oversee the strategic and operational aspects of the Information Security Program as well as work to identify and remediate realized or potential security threats within an organization’s environment.
Linn Freedman practices in data privacy and security law, cybersecurity, and complex litigation. She provides guidance on data privacy and cybersecurity compliance to a full range of public and private clients across all industries, such as construction, education, health care, insurance, manufacturing, real estate, utilities and critical infrastructure, marine, and charitable organizations. Linn is a member of the firm's Business Litigation Group and chairs its Data Privacy + Cybersecurity Team. She is also a member of the Financial Services Cyber-Compliance Team (CyFi Team).
*1 CPE Credit will be awarded*
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