Adapt or Be Breached: Why Outdated Third-Party Risk Models Are Failing SaaS Security
Tuesday, February 11, 2025, from 12:00pm - 1:00pm PT
Vishal Chawla, Founder/CEO of BluOcean Cyber will be presenting on how the rise of third party SaaS applications has redefined how businesses operate, yet many companies cling to outdated third-party risk management models (TPRM) built for a simpler era. These static TPRM frameworks, anchored in annual audits, are woefully inadequate for the fast-paced, ever-evolving SaaS landscape. They fail to address real-time threats, fluctuating access permissions, and escalating data exposure risks, leaving businesses wide open to catastrophic breaches.
This session doesn’t just highlight the problem—it equips you with the solution. We’ll dissect recent high-profile third party SaaS breaches to expose where legacy TPRM approaches fall short. More importantly, we’ll unveil a bold, revolutionary playbook for the future: continuous monitoring, reimagined SaaS governance, and next-generation cybersecurity frameworks purpose-built for the complexities of today’s SaaS ecosystem. The message is clear: adapt now, or risk becoming the next headline.
Speaker Bio: With over 25 years of experience in cybersecurity and risk management, Vishal Chawla has helped some of the world’s largest organizations protect their most critical assets. As the Founder and CEO of BluOcean Cyber, Vishal’s guiding principle is simple: to truly protect your business, you have to think like a criminal. This mindset has made him a trusted advisor to executives and boards tackling today’s most complex cybersecurity challenges. At BluOcean, Vishal is spearheading the development of Risk GPS, an innovative tool that helps businesses prioritize cybersecurity investments and quantify risk in alignment with business objectives. Risk GPS enables smarter, risk-informed decisions, transforming cybersecurity from a cost center into a strategic asset. BluOcean is also addressing one of the industry’s biggest gaps with its focus on SaaS security, helping organizations secure platforms like Salesforce, Microsoft 365, and Okta through SaaS Security Posture Management (SSPM).
Earlier in his career at Deloitte, Vishal pioneered the Risk Catalog, an integrated system for managing risk and compliance, helping global clients streamline risk management across key indicators and third-party vendors. At PwC, he led the Cybersecurity and Privacy Practice for emerging technologies like cloud and AI and at Grant Thornton, Vishal built the firm’s US and Global Cybersecurity Practice, transforming the Risk Advisory division into a business-aligned, technology-driven powerhouse. Throughout his career, Vishal has guided Fortune 100 companies through post-breach remediation and strategic risk reduction. His hands-on approach has made him a sought-after expert, helping organizations turn cybersecurity into a business enabler. Vishal’s thought leadership has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, MIT Review, RMA Journal, NACD Directors, and Compliance Week. He regularly shares insights through his blogs at www.bluoceancyber.com/insights, offering practical advice for building trust and resilience in today’s digital economy.
Location: Virtual Meeting
Pricing: Members - Free; Non-members - $20
Instructional delivery method: Online
CPE credit(s): 1.0 hour
Advanced preparation: None required
Refund Policy: Refunds up to 1 day before event