DC/Reston

How individuals and organizations manage access to the services they use can be the first line of defense against bad actors. Learn ways to mitigate this risk and simplify the user experience at the same time.

Data breaches are skyrocketing. Ransomware is rampant. The threat landscape is more dangerous than ever. However, with the right strategies, you can build your organization's strongest defense against data disasters. In his presentation, Stacey Budd will address the escalating threat of ransomware. He will outline a comprehensive ransomware prevention strategy and delve into the enhanced 3-2-1-1 backup structure designed to bolster data resilience.

In today's digital landscape, robust security is non-negotiable, yet user experience remains a critical factor in the success of Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions. In this session Brook Lovatt, Chief Product Officer at SecureAuth explores the intricate balancing act between implementing strong security measures and ensuring a seamless, intuitive user experience. He'll dive into the latest trends, challenges, and best practices for achieving this equilibrium. Attendees will gain insights into advanced adaptive authentication technologies, consent management, the role of fine-grained authorization, and strategies to minimize friction without compromising security. Join him to discover how to protect your users and their data while providing an effortless authentication journey.

In the fast-paced world of tech startups, the role of a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) is both exhilarating and daunting. Drawing from my experience in the startup ecosystem over the past several years, we will delve into the unique challenges faced in this dynamic and often resource-constrained environment - which led me to come up with the term “Radical Prioritization!” I will share firsthand insights into the complexities of building robust security programs and teams that not only safeguard sensitive data but also align with the agile nature of startup operations. 

Attendees will learn strategies and best practices that have proven effective in overcoming common hurdles, such as limited budgets, rapid scaling, and evolving threats. Join me as we explore the intersection of security and entrepreneurship in the thrilling landscape of tech startups.

The United States continues to experience a public health crisis related to unprecedented fatal overdoses involving narcotics. In response, Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) has leveraged its cyber investigative experience and developed newly implemented strategies to proactively attack the supply chain, distribution networks, and illicit proceeds of transnational organized crime groups operating within the darkweb to traffic in fentanyl and other highly dangerous narcotics.  HSI Deputy Assistant Director Mike Prado, who leads the DHS Cyber Crimes Center, will discuss HSI’s lead role in this fight, and highlight the dangers online narcotics trafficking presents to communities across the United States and around the world. You will hear how HSI’s innovative investigative strategies utilize the latest technologies to address this threat from a cybercrime perspective and how you can assist law enforcement in protecting your communities.