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 09:00 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.
09:00 AM to 09:30 AM
Cyber Resilience with Cohesity
General Sessions
Troy Thompson
Senior Systems Engineer
Add to Calendar 11/09/2023 09:00 AM 11/09/2023 09:30 AM Cyber Resilience with Cohesity

Your data is a valuable resource and can be a significant competitive advantage. But the more data you have, the more complex it is to manage. And with the rapidly increasing ransomware and other cyber threats, your data - your business - is more vulnerable than ever. 

At Cohesity, we believe technology should work harder and smarter for you, whether it's reducing complexity, keeping your business secure, or delivering more value. We relentlessly innovate to build the leading data security and management platform to help you stay ahead of modern-day challenges.

Your data is a valuable resource and can be a significant competitive advantage. But the more data you have, the more complex it is to manage. And with the rapidly increasing ransomware and other cyber threats, your data - your business - is more vulnerable than ever. 

At Cohesity, we believe technology should work harder and smarter for you, whether it's reducing complexity, keeping your business secure, or delivering more value. We relentlessly innovate to build the leading data security and management platform to help you stay ahead of modern-day challenges.

09:30 AM to 10:00 AM
The Rise of the Zero Day Attack, And What You Can Do About It.
General Sessions
Gerry Grealish
Vice President, Solutions Security Marketing at Cradlepoint
Add to Calendar 11/09/2023 09:30 AM 11/09/2023 10:00 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.

10:00 AM to 10:30 PM
Protecting Against Cyber Attacks
General Sessions
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Justin Scarpaci
Technical Strategist at Sevco Security
Chris Ocker
Manager, Customer Success at Critical Start
Donal McRae
Senior Account Executive at Tines
Steve Mosley
VP of Sales at BitLyft
10:55 AM to 11:15 AM
KNOW WHAT YOU DON'T KNOW: Why Our Approach to Cybersecurity Eventually Fails and Leads to a Breach.
General Sessions
Chad Koslow
CEO & Co-Founder at Ridge IT Cyber
Add to Calendar 11/09/2023 10:55 AM 11/09/2023 11:15 AM KNOW WHAT YOU DON'T KNOW: Why Our Approach to Cybersecurity Eventually Fails and Leads to a Breach.

While this might seem like an ominous topic and raise some eyebrows, it's a critical conversation we must have in today's digital age.

We live in a world where cyberattacks have become an unfortunate reality. No organization, regardless of its size or industry, is immune to the ever-evolving threats that lurk in the digital shadows. The truth is, no matter how robust your cybersecurity measures may seem, they are not infallible. It's not a matter of if, but when, your cybersecurity will face its ultimate test.

The way to combat the ultimate failure of your cybersecurity defenses is to remain in a constant state of Cyber Readiness. We will cover what that means and how to get there from a state of legacy networks and security, as well as the importance of shifting your cybersecurity posture from a state of defense to offense, from continuous monitoring to continuous improvement.

Posture matters and we need to know what we don’t know. You will be shown the path to a proactive and offensive posture. You will rethink your strategy and embrace a more dynamic and adaptive approach to safeguarding digital infrastructure.

While this might seem like an ominous topic and raise some eyebrows, it's a critical conversation we must have in today's digital age.

We live in a world where cyberattacks have become an unfortunate reality. No organization, regardless of its size or industry, is immune to the ever-evolving threats that lurk in the digital shadows. The truth is, no matter how robust your cybersecurity measures may seem, they are not infallible. It's not a matter of if, but when, your cybersecurity will face its ultimate test.

The way to combat the ultimate failure of your cybersecurity defenses is to remain in a constant state of Cyber Readiness. We will cover what that means and how to get there from a state of legacy networks and security, as well as the importance of shifting your cybersecurity posture from a state of defense to offense, from continuous monitoring to continuous improvement.

Posture matters and we need to know what we don’t know. You will be shown the path to a proactive and offensive posture. You will rethink your strategy and embrace a more dynamic and adaptive approach to safeguarding digital infrastructure.

11:15 AM to 11:35 AM
Behave! Reducing cyber risk through user behavior change
General Sessions
Munya Hoto
Chief Customer & Marketing Officer at CybSafe
Add to Calendar 11/09/2023 11:15 AM 11/09/2023 11:35 AM Behave! Reducing cyber risk through user behavior change

SebDB is the world’s cyber security behavior database. 

It’s maintained by a global community of security professionals and academics. And it just got an upgrade! 

Join CybSafe’s Munya Hoto as he discusses how SebDB can be used to reduce human cyber risk, by mapping specific user security behaviors to risk outcomes. 

He’ll also cover the new and improved features of SebDB v3, including: 

  • New risk categories 
  • New behaviours added 
  • Sub-behaviours added 
  • UIDs added for easy tracking 
  • Refreshed descriptions

SebDB is the world’s cyber security behavior database. 

It’s maintained by a global community of security professionals and academics. And it just got an upgrade! 

Join CybSafe’s Munya Hoto as he discusses how SebDB can be used to reduce human cyber risk, by mapping specific user security behaviors to risk outcomes. 

He’ll also cover the new and improved features of SebDB v3, including: 

  • New risk categories 
  • New behaviours added 
  • Sub-behaviours added 
  • UIDs added for easy tracking 
  • Refreshed descriptions
11:35 AM to 12:05 PM
2023 Trends and Directions In Cybersecurity
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Pratik Thakker
COO at ThreatModeler
Arion Lawrence
Vice President of Technology at CodeHunter
Ryan DeMarco
Assistant Director at Glasswall Solutions
Gerry Grealish
Vice President, Solutions Security Marketing at Cradlepoint
12:10 PM to 12:40 PM
Lunch Break
Solutions Showcase
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Meet, Engage & Enjoy Lunch with fellow Business Leaders, Cyber Experts, Government Officials & Thought Leaders.
12:25 PM to 12:35 AM
Lunch Demo: Sponsored by Opentext Security Solutions
General Sessions
Presented by OpenText Security Solutions
12:40 PM to 01:20 PM
Keynote Presentation: There Are No New Cyber Threats
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E.J. Hilbert
Founder, KCE Cyber
Add to Calendar 11/09/2023 12:40 PM 11/09/2023 01:20 PM Keynote Presentation: There Are No New Cyber Threats

Every time a public cyber attack occurs, the pundits, news and industry reps claim that that the attack is “new and unique.”  Poppycock.  There are no new cyber threats and haven’t been since 2004.  The only thing new is the vector of attack and in most cases even those aren’t new.  During this talk we will cover the 5 cyber threats and the 2 primary methodologies required to convert those threats into attacks.  My ascertain is based on my 25 years in the industry from being one the FBI’s pioneering cyber agents, why I left, and what I have learned in the varied roles I have played since then.

Every time a public cyber attack occurs, the pundits, news and industry reps claim that that the attack is “new and unique.”  Poppycock.  There are no new cyber threats and haven’t been since 2004.  The only thing new is the vector of attack and in most cases even those aren’t new.  During this talk we will cover the 5 cyber threats and the 2 primary methodologies required to convert those threats into attacks.  My ascertain is based on my 25 years in the industry from being one the FBI’s pioneering cyber agents, why I left, and what I have learned in the varied roles I have played since then.

01:45 PM to 02:05 PM
What if you could see a ransomware attack before it happened? Now you can.
General Sessions
Richard Taylor
Customer Success Manager, N. America at SOCRradar
Add to Calendar 11/09/2023 01:45 PM 11/09/2023 02:05 PM What if you could see a ransomware attack before it happened? Now you can.

Learn about combining Cyber Threat Intelligence, Attack Surface Management, and Digital Risk Protection in one native integration, designed as an advanced warning system against cyber attacks. 

See your organization exactly like a threat actor does, and proactively thwart ransomware, phishing, VIP impersonation, and the sales of credentials no the dark web utilized in reconnaissance prior to weaponization. 

SOCRadar is one of the world's fastest growing cybersecurity companies with over 10,000 customers who are discovering the power of preventative cyber threat intelligence to protect their most important people and data assets.

Learn about combining Cyber Threat Intelligence, Attack Surface Management, and Digital Risk Protection in one native integration, designed as an advanced warning system against cyber attacks. 

See your organization exactly like a threat actor does, and proactively thwart ransomware, phishing, VIP impersonation, and the sales of credentials no the dark web utilized in reconnaissance prior to weaponization. 

SOCRadar is one of the world's fastest growing cybersecurity companies with over 10,000 customers who are discovering the power of preventative cyber threat intelligence to protect their most important people and data assets.

02:05 PM to 02:25 PM
The Source of Security
General Sessions
Ben Chappell
CEO at Apona Security
Add to Calendar 11/09/2023 02:05 PM 11/09/2023 02:25 PM The Source of Security

Unlock security in the digital supply chain with Apona's comprehensive software analysis security stack. In this presentation, we will explore the latest trends, research insights, and groundbreaking ideas in software security alongside Idan Wiener, CEO of Illustria.io, our key partnership for supply chain defense. 

Discover how Apona Security empowers organizations to safeguard their digital assets and navigate the complexities of the modern software landscape. Gain a deeper understanding of emerging threats and vulnerabilities, and learn how our innovative security stack addresses these challenges head-on. 

This session offers a valuable opportunity for professionals, researchers, and enthusiasts to stay at the forefront of software security. Whether you're looking to enhance your knowledge or seek novel approaches to protect your digital infrastructure, this presentation will provide informative, educational material that promises to enlighten and inspire.

Unlock security in the digital supply chain with Apona's comprehensive software analysis security stack. In this presentation, we will explore the latest trends, research insights, and groundbreaking ideas in software security alongside Idan Wiener, CEO of Illustria.io, our key partnership for supply chain defense. 

Discover how Apona Security empowers organizations to safeguard their digital assets and navigate the complexities of the modern software landscape. Gain a deeper understanding of emerging threats and vulnerabilities, and learn how our innovative security stack addresses these challenges head-on. 

This session offers a valuable opportunity for professionals, researchers, and enthusiasts to stay at the forefront of software security. Whether you're looking to enhance your knowledge or seek novel approaches to protect your digital infrastructure, this presentation will provide informative, educational material that promises to enlighten and inspire.

02:25 PM to 02:55 PM
Cyber Inter-Agency Collaboration Panel
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Patrick Hogan
Network Intrusion Forensic Analyst at DHS
Kristen Komer
ASAC at FBI
Christopher Lee
ATSAIC at Secret Service
Evan Campanella
Assistant Special Agent in Charge at DHS
03:15 PM to 03:45 PM
Guest Keynote Presentation: Attracting and Retaining Cyber Talent, the diverse way!
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Marcia Main
Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at Upside
Add to Calendar 11/09/2023 03:15 PM 11/09/2023 03:45 PM Guest Keynote Presentation: Attracting and Retaining Cyber Talent, the diverse way!

Join us for this talk and explore 3 creative (and brave!) strategies that can help you overcome hiring huddles and build stronger, happier and more diverse teams. We will discuss: 

  • The need for [diverse] cybersecurity talent
  • Why is it so hard to build diverse teams
  • Brave techniques to take diversity and inclusion beyond just talk

 

Join us for this talk and explore 3 creative (and brave!) strategies that can help you overcome hiring huddles and build stronger, happier and more diverse teams. We will discuss: 

  • The need for [diverse] cybersecurity talent
  • Why is it so hard to build diverse teams
  • Brave techniques to take diversity and inclusion beyond just talk

 

04:00 PM to 04:30 PM
Cyber Executive Roundtable
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MODERATOR:
Marcia Main
CISO at Upside
James Saunders
CISO at U.S. Office of Personnel Management
Spencer Biah
CEO at daggersgroup
Kirk Holmes
Strategic Advisory Board at Holmes & Associates
Frank Siepmann
SVP CISO Services - 1SSA, LLC / Solviture Systems LLC
Dr. Darren Death
Chief Information Security Officer at ASRC Federal Holding Company
04:30 PM to 05:30 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.

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