Summit
Future of IT & Cybersecurity

National CIO & CISO Summit

Date

November 7, 2024

Location

New York, NY

Community

CIO / CISO
Your Vision is our mission

Agenda

November 07, 2024
All times Eastern Time
8:00 AM-8:30 AM
Welcome & Registration
8:30 AM-9:00 AM
Networking Breakfast
9:00 AM-9:10 AM
Thought Leadership
Opening Remarks (Master of Ceremonies)
Panelists
Bob West West Strategy Group
Bob West

Founder & Managing Partner

West Strategy Group

9:10 AM-9:35 AM
Keynote
Medalist Mindset
Created by Olympians Shannon Rowbury OLY & Lauren Gibbs OLY, the Medalist Mindset™ philosophy takes sports performance techniques leveraged by Olympians and translates them into the business space to optimize performance.

Participants learn how to adopt a Medalist Mindset™ so that they can reach their full potential at any business or life goal. The groundbreaking workbook illuminates the “5 keys of an Medalist Mindset™” through a combination of firsthand accounts paired with worksheets, each of which helps readers to integrate new learnings into their daily life.

9:40 AM-10:05 AM
Keynote
A Tale of Two Incidents from the Front Lines - the Small Rock that Diverted the Mightiest Flood

In this talk, a Sygnia incident response expert highlights the impactful role of small and simple changes in safeguarding organizations. Through a comparison of two real-life attacks by the same threat actor, witness how seemingly basic and obvious measures like awareness, effective tool usage, and swift response can prevent major disasters. It's a compelling exemple that sometimes, the simplest solutions stand as the strongest defense against cyberattacks.

Together with:

Sygnia Consulting LTD
10:10 AM-10:55 AM
Panel
Cyber Arms Race: Fortifying Cyber Readiness Against Ransomware Attacks

Let's dive into the intersection of AI, the cyber arms race, and ransomware resilience. Ransomware attacks continue to escalate, inflicting substantial financial losses, data breaches, and tarnished reputations across sectors. As we navigate through 2024, businesses must comprehend the true implications of these attacks within their operational context. Despite achieving cybersecurity compliance, vulnerabilities persist, necessitating a deeper understanding of ransomware's impact and broader strategies for mitigating overall cyber risk exposure. Advanced AI technologies are shaping both offensive and defensive cyber strategies, offering proactive threat detection, comprehensive risk management frameworks, and insights to fortify cybersecurity posture against ransomware and beyond. Don't miss this opportunity to fortify your defenses and stay ahead in the AI-powered cyber landscape.

Panelists
Scot Miller Mr. Cooper

Speaker

Scot Miller

SVP & CISO

Mr. Cooper

Scot Miller, CISSP, CISM, is the Senior Vice President and Chief Information Security Officer for Mr. Cooper Group. He serves on the Dallas CISO Board, has presented on advances in Information Security and Technology Governance at consortiums in Florida, Texas, New York, Arizona, and Connecticut, and has been quoted in national magazines and other industry symposiums. Scot built high performing Security and Operations teams from the ground up, and over the past few years, brought Mr. Cooper’s Identity Governance and Compliance teams to a new level. The supporting projects won the 2021 Cybersecurity Team of the Year and CSO50 Award from a pool of national and international candidates for innovation, agility, and meaningful impact on a business. Scot’s team is responsible for identifying, analyzing, and reducing risk for all Mr. Cooper’s Group business entities. Previous to his duty at the Mortgage Servicing institution, he was CISO for HMS (a Texas based Healthcare Information Services organization), Head of Global IT Security for Alcon Laboratories, and Chief Security Architect at MassMutual Financial Group. Scot was also the VP and CTO for the CT chapter of ISSA.
Rod Aday Bank of China, USA

Speaker

Rod Aday

CISO

Bank of China, USA

Rod Aday is the Chief Information Security Officer at Bank of China USA and an Advisory Board Member of the CISO/CIO Governing Body. With over 22 years of executive experience across finance, banking, telecoms, and cybersecurity, he has guided organizations through complex technological transitions, migrations, and business continuity planning. Rod specializes in influencing board-level decisions, implementing data-driven, risk-based approaches, and enabling businesses to navigate digitization while meeting shareholder and board expectations. He leads organization-wide security initiatives, drives cyber intelligence and incident response, and identifies strategic partnerships to strengthen enterprise security. Rod is recognized for his ability to combine technology, processes, and people to deliver sustainable and competitive advantage.
Edmond Mack (1) Cencora
Edmond Mack

CISO

Cencora

Demond Waters NYC Department Of Education

Speaker

Demond Waters

CISO

NYC Department Of Education

Demond Waters is a highly accomplished and visionary leader serving as the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) for the New York City Public Schools, the largest school district in the United States. With a career marked by a deep commitment to safeguarding sensitive information, securing critical systems, and dedication to building the next generation of cybersecurity professionals. His extensive experience spans over 15 years in the field of information security. As the CISO of NYC Public Schools, Demond has established himself as a forward-thinking leader who embraces innovation while preserving a strong commitment to the safety of students, staff, and sensitive data. He has played a pivotal role in designing and implementing a comprehensive cybersecurity framework tailored to the unique requirements of the school district, prioritizing both proactive threat mitigation and responsive incident management. With Demond Waters at the helm as CISO, the New York City Public Schools are setting the benchmark for cybersecurity in the educational sector. His dedication to creating a safe and secure environment for students to learn and thrive ensures the continued success of the largest school district in the United States.
10:55 AM-11:15 AM
Networking Break
11:35 AM-11:50 AM
Disruptor
Protecting at the Point of Risk: Why The Best Place to Stop Threats is at the Browser
 Web security traditionally used to be distributed among several different solutions, with browser isolation protecting against malicious payloads, secure web gateways for protecting against risky websites, CASB for managing SaaS access, and more. However, the threat landscape significantly evolved in recent years, and there are many browser-borne threats and risks today, such as zero-hour phishing attacks, GenAI data leakage, shadow SaaS and malicious browser extensions, which aren’t covered by legacy tools. Moreover, the importance of the browser itself has increased dramatically, and in many organizations it has become the primary workspace.

Preventing these risks requires a browser-centric approach that locks down threats without disrupting the user experience. In this talk, we’ll talk about what are the modern risks that target the browser, why traditional tools such as SWG, RBI and CASB are no longer up to the task, and what tools you should be using to address those risks. 

Together with:

LayerX Security
11:55 AM-12:30 PM
Fireside Chat
Digital DNA: The Convergence of Data and Identity

 In today's landscape of constant cyber threats and shifting regulations, building digital resilience is essential. Integrating data and identity security plays a key role in this effort. While identity security governs access to data, data security safeguards the information itself. Together, they ensure regulatory compliance, mitigate insider threats, defend against advanced cyberattacks, and enhance incident response. This combined approach improves security efficiency, risk management, and user experience, fostering a more adaptable and resilient framework for today’s digital challenges

Together with:

OpenText
12:30 PM-12:45 PM
Disruptor
Securing Data in the Cloud with Automated DSPM

Today’s cloud-first world demands a new approach to security—one that’s focused on data. In this presentation, dive into the evolving data security posture management (DSPM) market. Learn how DSPM can help you find sensitive data across your cloud environment, untangle complex identities and permissions, and detect threats proactively. Explore different approaches and gain an understanding for why automation is essential for effective cloud data security.

In this presentation you will learn:

  • Where DPSM falters
  • Why DSPM must be automated
  • Defining automated DPSM
  • Varonis approach
Panelists
Justin Wilkins Varonis
Justin Wilkins

Regional VP of Sales Engineering

Varonis

Together with:

Varonis
12:45 PM-1:30 PM
Lunch & Disruptor
1:50 PM-2:30 PM
Panel
CIO and CISO Nexus: The Mastery of Seamless Business-Technology Security Harmony

In 2024 the spotlight is on CISOs and their role in fostering this critical harmony. Emphasizing the need for both discipline and balance, CISOs are called upon to take ownership of challenges, acknowledging that when technology encounters failures, shared responsibility extends beyond individual roles. 

Navigating the evolving landscape between business and technology demands a strategic blend of discipline and equilibrium, particularly as we enter 2024. Recognizing that, for many organizations, technology is the business itself, this session underscores the imperative of understanding technology as a critical enabler across all facets of the organization. From the front lines to the back office, technology serves as a potent tool for creating value by processing data, driving innovation, and challenging traditional business models.

Chair
Panelists
Rajeev Khanna Trucordia
Rajeev Khanna

CIO

Trucordia

Monserate Fernandez IBO
Monserate Fernandez

CIO

IBO

Thomas Rizzo Lazard

Speaker

Thomas Rizzo

Chief Architect

Lazard

Thomas Rizzo is a seasoned IT professional with over 20 years of experience across various sectors and is currently serving as the Chief Architect at Lazard. His diverse background spans finance technology, digital services, utilities, social media, legal, and education sectors. Prior to joining Lazard, Thomas made significant contributions to companies like Zebra, where he helped shape their digital services and SaaS offerings, and Con Edison, where he drove technological advancements in the utilities sector. In his current role at Lazard, Thomas leads the design and architecture of technology solutions that drive the company's digital transformation journey. His strategic vision and ability to foster an engaging work environment have earned him the reputation of an 'IT Rock Star'. He is committed to driving business growth through digital transformation, and he does so by fostering a creative and enjoyable workplace atmosphere as part of his leadership approach.
Kodjo Hogan TD

Speaker

Kodjo Hogan

BISO

TD

Kodjo Hogan is the Business Information Security Officer at TD, driving security risk strategy for the U.S. Risk Management division with a focus on credit card underwriting and auto finance portfolios. He oversees the end-to-end risk lifecycle for 170+ critical, revenue-impacting applications, aligning operational controls with enterprise security objectives to reduce risk exposure, strengthen audit posture, and support long-term resilience. With over eight years of experience in fintech, SaaS, and global banking, Kodjo has built GRC functions from the ground up, led audit-ready SOC 2 and FedRAMP programs, and governed third-party risk across 500+ vendors. Previously, he was the founding GRC leader at Chainalysis, accelerating FedRAMP “In Process” status and embedding security across engineering, legal, and product teams. Kodjo is also a recognized speaker on AI governance, operational risk, and GRC modernization.
2:35 PM-3:20 PM
Panel
Unlocking the Power of Diversity in Cybersecurity: Strengthening Defenses, Driving Innovation

In today's rapidly evolving cyber threat landscape, diversity is not just a buzzword – it's a strategic imperative. This panel will explore the critical role that diversity plays in enhancing cybersecurity efforts, from bolstering defenses against sophisticated attacks to fostering innovation and resilience within organizations. Our esteemed panelists will share insights, experiences, and best practices for cultivating diverse teams, leveraging varied perspectives, and building inclusive cultures that empower cybersecurity professionals of all backgrounds to thrive. Join us as we delve into the transformative potential of diversity in shaping the future of cybersecurity.

Chair
Panelists
Katie Hanahan American Medical Association
Katie Hanahan

Deputy CISO

American Medical Association

Archana Singh Charles Schwab
Archana Singh

Director FCFRM

Charles Schwab

Rachael Spooner Northwell Health
Rachael Spooner

VP Strategy & Development

Northwell Health

Together with:

The Executive Women's Forum
3:25 PM-3:40 PM
Disruptor
The Future of Security Automation

Despite the initial potential of Security, Orchestration, Automation and Response solutions (SOARs), they undelivered on their promise, leading to Gartner recently calling legacy SOARs obsolete. 

In this session Aaron Beveridge, Global Head of Sales Engineering at Bink Ops, will discuss the future of security automation - specifically a new generation of platforms that leverage AI to streamline the creation of automations, reduce manual effort and boost operator productivity by 10X or more.

Panelists
Aaron Beveridge Blink Ops
Aaron Beveridge

Global Head of Sales Engineering

Blink Ops

Together with:

Blink Ops
3:45 PM-4:00 PM
Disruptor
The Race Against Threats: Speed & AI in Exploitation
Organizations’ attack surfaces, IT complexity, and reliance on third parties have increased exponentially, making effective security governance and operations a significant challenge.

Meanwhile, the frequency and damage of attacks are increasing, making reactive security strategies are no longer economically viable.

Key points:
  • How AI is accelerating the development of exploits.
  • An analysis of vulnerabilities and exploits that challenge the scale and speed of traditional security operations.
  • Security strategies need to transform and focus on proactive and preemptive measures.

Together with:

Hadrian Security
4:00 PM-4:20 PM
Networking Break
4:20 PM-4:55 PM
Panel
Cybersecurity Leadership in the Era of AI and ML: Navigating Innovation and Responsibility

In the dynamic realm of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML), CISOs play a pivotal role in leveraging these advancements for enhanced cybersecurity. Strategic integration of AI and ML is essential for bolstering security measures, optimizing decision-making, and driving innovation. CISOs must adopt a comprehensive approach, considering the entire lifecycle of these technologies to ensure both efficiency and ethical use. Establishing robust governance frameworks becomes paramount, addressing biases, ensuring transparency, and minimizing unintended consequences.

Looking ahead, as AI and ML continue to advance, CISOs face evolving challenges and regulatory considerations. Proactive engagement involves staying informed about changing regulations, particularly in areas such as data privacy and ethical AI practices. CISOs should strive for a tech-enabled understanding of AI and ML systems, encompassing deployment, impact, and security measures. This approach positions organizations to navigate the regulatory landscape effectively, ensuring responsible and competitive integration of AI and ML into cybersecurity strategies.

4:55 PM-5:00 PM
Closing Remarks & Raffle Giveaway
Panelists
Bob West West Strategy Group
Bob West

Founder & Managing Partner

West Strategy Group

5:00 PM-6:00 PM
Cocktail Networking
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