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Thank you SINC USA for putting on such an incredible TOLA IT Leaders Forum event this week Four Seasons Hotel Austin. I met some incredible leaders in IT such as Joan Middleton Henry Rose Javier Rangel Eddie Blakley, PMP, BRMP and many more. Here are some of my learnings from this week: 1. Security is hard: Cybersecurity is getting harder to do and it will only get more difficult with Genertive AI. To combat this and mitigate the risk we need to continue to communicate and educate everyone about what to watch out for and share stories about other events that have occurred. We need to remember that it’s the human element that is our biggest security risk. How are you mitigating cyber threats for your business? 2. Automate what you can: everyone is being asked to do more with less. Leaders need to foster diversity of thought to meet the needs of the business, even if it means doing things differently. Invest in your people and upskill your talent. “We’ve always done it this way” thinking isn’t going to cut it anymore. How are you strategically collaborating with your business partners to help meet the goals of the business? 3. It takes a village: we can no longer work in silos. Solving todays tough tech challenges takes a village. We need to come together, share insights (across industries) and help eachother out. Wether you’re an IT leader or a vendor, there’s a lot we can learn from eachother. When is the last time you went to an event just to network and learn from your peers in the industry? #sinc #tola2024

#AI can significantly enhance #cybersecurity by automating threat detection, prevention, mitigation, and recovery processes. This automation helps in quickly identifying and responding to cyber threats, thereby improving organizational resilience. AI's role in cybersecurity was a key focus in a recent panel discussion, highlighting its importance in adapting to #evolving #cyber #threats.

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In a recent enlightening panel organized by GDS Group, I had the privilege of discussing the dynamic field of cybersecurity with esteemed leaders: - Dale "Dr. Z" Zabriskie CISSP CCSK, Field CISO, Cohesity - Dushyant Pandya, Data Governance, Data Protection, Capital One - Jeevan Lobo, Vice President (Security & Governance), Citi - Michael Boucher, Chief Information Security Officer, JLL - Sammuel Washington, Strategic Solutions Principal, HP As we delved into the current and future state of cyber resiliency, it became evident that the discipline of cybersecurity remains a cornerstone within the IT sector. Yet, the scope and scale of cyber threats continue to evolve at an alarming rate, expanding both in complexity and magnitude. Our conversation underscored the necessity for methodologies in cyber defense to adapt as rapidly as the offensive techniques employed by attackers. A key focus was on the critical roles of data classification and robust recovery procedures in strengthening organizational resilience. I shared my perspective on the precipice of a new era in cybersecurity, where attack vectors, while largely consistent, are experiencing unprecedented levels of automation. This shift necessitates a parallel evolution in our defenses, incorporating agentic AI to enhance detection, prevention, mitigation, and recovery phases. Special thanks to Dale "Dr. Z" Zabriskie for expertly guiding our discussion and to all participants for their invaluable insights. We are at a pivotal moment in cybersecurity, and together, we are forging the path to a more secure digital future. #CyberSecurity #CyberResilience #AI #DataProtection #Leadership #GDSGroup

I had a fantastic experience at CIO/CISO Benelux Summit 2024, delving into key themes like amplifying value through #digital #ecosystems, strengthening cyber risk's role, and highlighting the importance of #IT and #security #collaboration. The event was packed with insightful presentations, forward-thinking discussions, and valuable networking opportunities. Key points discussed revolved around amplifying value through digital ecosystems, strengthening cyber risk's role, the importance of IT and security collaboration, as well as budgeting, resource allocation, and cost optimization. The summit was a platform to address industry challenges and strategic options to tackle them, including: Challenges: - Cybersecurity Talent Shortage - Emerging Threat Landscape - Balancing Security and Business Agility - Third-party risk management Strategic options: - Threat Intelligence Sharing - Zero Trust Architecture - Behavioral Analytics - Incident Response Planning It was enlightening to explore these challenges and strategic options, offering a glimpse into the future of IT and security. I look forward to engaging in open discussions to share and exchange learnings with fellow professionals. #ciocisobeneluxsummit #ITandsecuritycollaboration #itvalueaddition #cybersecurity

Last week, in speaking to Richard Addiscott, he reminded us of a strategic assumption that Gartner put in a research report in January -- Predicts 2024: Augmented Cybersecurity Leadership Is Needed to Navigate Turbulent Times (link to the doc in a comment below). The strategic assumption is: By 2026, enterprises combining GenAI with an integrated platforms-based architecture in security behavior and culture programs will experience 40% fewer employee-driven cybersecurity incidents. The report is co-written by Richard with Deepti Gopal, William Candrick, Andrew Walls, Lisa N., Alissa Lugo, Chris Mixter, William Dupre, Christine Lee, and Wayne Hankins It’s no coincidence that our product team has been working feverishly on adaptive SAT capabilities, using advanced automation to deliver hyper-personalized content to every individual. A totally different approach to security awareness! Developing a platform that combines an adaptive SAT component people love with integrations into the broad landscape of security tools, such as access management and antivirus, gets our industry closer to that vision of shifting fundamental behavior to reduce employee-driven incidents. #adaptiveSAT #cybersecurity #CISO #securityawareness #Gartner

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I wanted to take a moment to share some exciting news and personally thank you for being an invaluable part of our journey. I’m thrilled to announce that Living Security has been named a #Leader for #HumanRiskManagement in the latest Forrester Wave report (link in the comment)! This recognition as the leader in our category is a testament to the trust, support, and feedback we’ve received from our customers and partners. When we set out to pioneer a new approach to cybersecurity by focusing on human risk, we knew it would take a community of forward-thinking partners to make it a reality. Your commitment to embracing a more comprehensive, human-centric approach to cybersecurity has been at the heart of this achievement. To celebrate this milestone, I’ve written a #Founder's Letter that describes our journey - below is an excerpt (link is in the comments): It’s often said that success comes from vision. But vision alone is just the beginning—what truly matters is the courage to act on that vision. When we founded Living Security in 2017, we already had the idea for what would become Unify, but we didn’t know exactly what it was, what it would become, or where it would take us. In 2020, we purchased the domain HumanRiskManagement.com and embarked on a journey that would forever transform our company, the cybersecurity industry, and the way businesses think about human risk. This is the story of how we didn’t just see the dot in the top right corner—we became that dot. We went all in, risked everything, and emerged as the undisputed leader in a new market. #leader #onwardandupward

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