DC/Baltimore Cybersecurity Conference

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Don't wait for a breach to happen, take action and safeguard your digital assets now!  This is your chance to stay ahead of potential attacks by learning about the latest cybersecurity threats, trends, and solutions at the DC/Baltimore Cybersecurity Conference on 11/09/23.  Hear from cybersecurity experts and leaders, and connect with other cybersecurity professionals from the region while gaining an edge against nefarious cybersecurity threat actors.

Admission is $150 (without a promo code) for each attendee, which includes a full catered lunch, breakfast, snacks, cocktail networking reception, access to all educational presentations, keynote speakers, panel discussions, and exhibit hall.

 

 

YOU CAN’T AFFORD TO MISS THIS CONFERENCE:

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Education

Each full-day conference includes a complete schedule of insightful, education-focused presentations and discussions. Learn from industry leaders and luminaries during highly curated panels and keynote sessions on how to improve your organization’s security posture.

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Access

Whether you’re looking for leading-edge technology solutions, insights from government security agencies, or thought leadership from industry experts, you’ll be met with extensive networking opportunities and opportunities to engage.

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Experience

Spend the day in comfort, as we provide an executive venue experience. Enjoy abundant breakfasts and lunches, ample drinks and snacks throughout the day, plus a classy networking reception to end the night – all of which is included with your attendance.

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CPE Credits

By attending the extensive educational sessions, you’ll be eligible for CPE credits, which you can claim to further your professional development.

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Impact

It’s impossible to put a value on how much your organization could gain through your attendance. Knowledge is power, and your attendance will provide you with the skills and insight that could help your business mitigate inevitable cyber threats.

EVENT SCHEDULE

Each session will focus on various ways to manage your organization’s position in the complex cybersecurity landscape. You’ll learn how to bolster your defenses, protect your data and learn what the best solutions are for your goals.
08:00 AM to 08:25 AM
Networking Breakfast & Exhibit Hall Opens
Solutions Showcase
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Meet, Engage & Enjoy Breakfast with fellow Business Leaders, Cyber Experts, Government Officials & Thought Leaders.
08:30 AM to 09:00 AM
Session #1
General Sessions
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Gain invaluable knowledge and practical insights that will empower you to protect your organization's digital assets with confidence.
09:00 AM to 09:30 AM
Leading the Next Era in Data Security and Management
General Sessions
Ryan Troy
Senior Systems Engineering Manager at Cohesity
Add to Calendar 11/09/2023 09:00 AM 11/09/2023 09:30 AM Leading the Next Era in Data Security and Management

With ransomware attacks becoming more frequent than ever before and it not being a matter of if but when, data management and security should be at the forefront of every business today. In this session, we will highlight the necessity of being able to detect, protect and rapidly recover from ransomware attacks, the importance of having a strong ecosystem of alliance partners by your side and asking those challenging questions to ensure you have the best plan for keeping your data and company secure.

With ransomware attacks becoming more frequent than ever before and it not being a matter of if but when, data management and security should be at the forefront of every business today. In this session, we will highlight the necessity of being able to detect, protect and rapidly recover from ransomware attacks, the importance of having a strong ecosystem of alliance partners by your side and asking those challenging questions to ensure you have the best plan for keeping your data and company secure.

09:30 AM to 10:00 AM
Protecting Against Cyber Attacks
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For every new technology that cybersecurity professionals invent, it’s only a matter of time before malicious actors find a way around it. During this panel discussion, you’ll get the inside track on solutions and suggestions for protecting against the constantly evolving threats we’re all facing every day.  Take advantage of the knowledge and expertise of the panelists on this stage to learn the most up-to-date methods of guarding your company against cyber attacks.

10:25 AM to 10:55 AM
The Rise of the Zero Day Attack, And What You Can Do About It.
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Gerry Grealish
Vice President, Solutions Security Marketing at Cradlepoint
Add to Calendar 11/09/2023 10:25 AM 11/09/2023 10:55 AM The Rise of the Zero Day Attack, And What You Can Do About It.

How has the use of zero-day malware in cyberattacks changed in recent years and what is driving the trend? What are the implications for security and IT teams responsible for protecting their organizations? What steps can these teams take to address the changing threat landscape? 

Firewall, Secure Web Gateways and Endpoint Security solutions rely on detection-based approaches to identify and block cyberthreats from infecting endpoints and networks. This works great when they know what to look for, but with a zero-day, there is no signature for them to identify, so they don’t know they should block it. A new prevention-based approach is needed. One that takes the concept of Zero Trust security and applies it to interactions with the Internet. Join us in this informative session to learn about this new web and cloud application access security approach and why it is needed.

How has the use of zero-day malware in cyberattacks changed in recent years and what is driving the trend? What are the implications for security and IT teams responsible for protecting their organizations? What steps can these teams take to address the changing threat landscape? 

Firewall, Secure Web Gateways and Endpoint Security solutions rely on detection-based approaches to identify and block cyberthreats from infecting endpoints and networks. This works great when they know what to look for, but with a zero-day, there is no signature for them to identify, so they don’t know they should block it. A new prevention-based approach is needed. One that takes the concept of Zero Trust security and applies it to interactions with the Internet. Join us in this informative session to learn about this new web and cloud application access security approach and why it is needed.

10:55 AM to 11:15 AM
Cyber Ready: Overview on Zero Trust, What Comes Next and What You Can Do Now.
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Chad Koslow
CEO & Co-Founder at Ridge IT Cyber
Add to Calendar 11/09/2023 10:55 AM 11/09/2023 11:15 AM Cyber Ready: Overview on Zero Trust, What Comes Next and What You Can Do Now.

What does it mean to be in a constant state of Cyber Readiness? What is Zero Trust architecture and how do you get there from a state of legacy networks and security? How can Battle-Tested Systems convert your organization from defense to offense? 

The new era of Cyber Security requires an organization to be Cyber Ready, not just passively prepared. We will present what that journey looks like and how it is driven by a Zero Trust framework and Battle-Tested Systems. Continuous improvement is key, and, on too many occasions, organizations believe they are protected and do not try to improve their systems until an actual, potentially catastrophic breach has occurred. This moment of epiphany is entirely avoidable, and we will show you that path to being proactive. 

Posture Matters, and in this presentation, we will answer all these questions as well as some of your own. We will show you the why, the how, and what you can do right now to fortify your perimeter against the increasingly sophisticated attacks of today and tomorrow while in any stage of your Zero Trust Journey.

What does it mean to be in a constant state of Cyber Readiness? What is Zero Trust architecture and how do you get there from a state of legacy networks and security? How can Battle-Tested Systems convert your organization from defense to offense? 

The new era of Cyber Security requires an organization to be Cyber Ready, not just passively prepared. We will present what that journey looks like and how it is driven by a Zero Trust framework and Battle-Tested Systems. Continuous improvement is key, and, on too many occasions, organizations believe they are protected and do not try to improve their systems until an actual, potentially catastrophic breach has occurred. This moment of epiphany is entirely avoidable, and we will show you that path to being proactive. 

Posture Matters, and in this presentation, we will answer all these questions as well as some of your own. We will show you the why, the how, and what you can do right now to fortify your perimeter against the increasingly sophisticated attacks of today and tomorrow while in any stage of your Zero Trust Journey.

11:15 AM to 11:45 AM
2023 Trends and Directions In Cybersecurity
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As we’re getting closer to the halfway point of 2023, it’s clear that cybercriminals are still coming up with new, more complex ways to cash in.  During this panel discussion, you’ll get insights on the latest trends from these experts who live on the leading edge of cybersecurity technology. You’ll hear about some of the newest tactics for defending against unprecedented attacks. 

11:50 AM to 12:20 PM
Lunch Break
Solutions Showcase
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Meet, Engage & Enjoy Lunch with fellow Business Leaders, Cyber Experts, Government Officials & Thought Leaders.
12:00 PM to 12:10 PM
Lunch Demo: Sponsored by Opentext Security Solutions
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Presented by OpenText Security Solutions
12:20 PM to 01:00 PM
Keynote Presentation: E.J Hilbert
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E.J. Hilbert
CISO & Former FBI at KCECyber
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E.J. Hilbert is the Founder of KCECyber. E.J. has over 25 years of experience in the Security, Privacy, Risk Mitigation and Compliance fields.  E.J.’s primary expertise is in helping clients establish a compliant Cyber Security and Privacy strategy and executing on that plan.  

Prior to starting KCECyber, E.J. has held executive roles in Cyber Security and Privacy at CNM, GDBA, PriceWaterhouse Coopers and Kroll (US and Europe).  During which he has served as Practice Leader, Consultant, Educator and CISO for employers and clients.

E.J. also served as an FBI Special Agent addressing White Collar Crime, Cybercrime, Counterintelligence and Counterterrorism.  He spent 4 years undercover; two years working against Eastern European hackers and two infiltrating Al Qaeda online.

E.J. Hilbert is the Founder of KCECyber. E.J. has over 25 years of experience in the Security, Privacy, Risk Mitigation and Compliance fields.  E.J.’s primary expertise is in helping clients establish a compliant Cyber Security and Privacy strategy and executing on that plan.  

Prior to starting KCECyber, E.J. has held executive roles in Cyber Security and Privacy at CNM, GDBA, PriceWaterhouse Coopers and Kroll (US and Europe).  During which he has served as Practice Leader, Consultant, Educator and CISO for employers and clients.

E.J. also served as an FBI Special Agent addressing White Collar Crime, Cybercrime, Counterintelligence and Counterterrorism.  He spent 4 years undercover; two years working against Eastern European hackers and two infiltrating Al Qaeda online.

01:25 PM to 01:45 PM
Presentation by Cybsafe
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Gain invaluable knowledge and practical insights that will empower you to protect your organization's digital assets with confidence.
01:45 PM to 02:05 PM
Presentation by SocRadar
General Sessions
Gain invaluable knowledge and practical insights that will empower you to protect your organization's digital assets with confidence.
02:05 PM to 02:35 PM
Guest Keynote Presentation
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E.J. Hilbert
CISO & Former FBI at KCECyber
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02:50 PM to 03:10 PM
Session #7
General Sessions
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Gain invaluable knowledge and practical insights that will empower you to protect your organization's digital assets with confidence.
03:10 PM to 03:30 PM
Session #8
General Sessions
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Gain invaluable knowledge and practical insights that will empower you to protect your organization's digital assets with confidence.
03:30 PM to 04:00 PM
Cyber Inter-Agency Collaboration Panel
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We hear it all the time – cybersecurity is everyone’s responsibility. That’s why it’s so important for officials from all levels and sectors of government to collaborate in their approach, which is why they’re with us today.  In this panel, representatives from local and federal agencies are here to talk about what their organizations are doing to support the advancement of cybersecurity preparedness in the region, nationally, and worldwide.

04:15 PM to 04:55 PM
Cyber Executive Roundtable
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Our cybersecurity executive roundtable discussion is always a big highlight of our conferences and is usually a lot of fun!  It’s your opportunity to get unbiased opinions and experiences from executive cybersecurity leaders in this region.  We’re very honored they took the time to be here with us today so let’s make good use of their time and ask them some of those burning questions you have for them.

04:55 PM to 06:00 PM
Networking Reception & Happy Hour
Solutions Showcase
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Join us at the cybersecurity networking reception, where you'll have the opportunity to mingle with top industry thought-leaders and luminaires, exchanging insights and forging valuable connections in the ever-evolving world of cybersecurity.
Also receive a free signed copy of Mathieu Gorge's book "The Cyber Elephant in the Boardroom"

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