Cyber Defenders Workshop 2024 - Agenda
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8:00 AM EDT Tuesday, September 17

Editorial

Breakfast, Registration & Networking

30 minutes

Welcome to Cyber Defenders!

Welcome to Cyber Defenders!

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8:30 AM EDT Tuesday, September 17

Editorial

Welcome Remarks

5 minutes
ON DEMAND
Adam Mazmanian
Adam Mazmanian
Executive Editor
Nextgov/ FCW
Adam Mazmanian
Adam Mazmanian
Executive Editor
Nextgov/ FCW
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8:35 AM EDT Tuesday, September 17

Editorial

Strengthening Cybersecurity in Health and Human Services

25 minutes
ON DEMAND

Join the CISO of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as they explore the unique cybersecurity challenges facing the healthcare sector. This session will focus on protecting sensitive health data, addressing the risks of ransomware, and securing the increasingly digital and remote healthcare workforce against evolving cyber threats.

La Monte Yarborough
La Monte Yarborough
Chief Information Security Officer
Department of Health and Human Services

Join the CISO of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as they explore the unique cybersecurity challenges facing the healthcare sector. This session will focus on protecting sensitive health data, addressing the risks of ransomware, and securing the increasingly digital and remote healthcare workforce against evolving cyber threats.

La Monte Yarborough
La Monte Yarborough
Chief Information Security Officer
Department of Health and Human Services
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9:00 AM EDT Tuesday, September 17

Underwriter

Google Cloud

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AI and the Evolving Cyber Threat Landscape: Protecting Government Organizations

20 minutes
ON DEMAND

In the face of escalating cyber threats and the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI), government organizations are under increasing pressure to safeguard their critical infrastructure and data. This session will provide a comprehensive overview of the latest cyber threats targeting government entities and explore the implications of AI on both defensive and offensive capabilities.

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Tim Appleby
Tim Appleby
SLED and Strategic Solutions Sr. Practice Lead
Mandiant - Google Public Sector

In the face of escalating cyber threats and the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI), government organizations are under increasing pressure to safeguard their critical infrastructure and data. This session will provide a comprehensive overview of the latest cyber threats targeting government entities and explore the implications of AI on both defensive and offensive capabilities.

Key Topics:

  • The Evolving Threat Landscape: Examining the latest cyber attack techniques, trends, and emerging threats that pose significant risks to government organizations.

  • The Role of AI in Cybersecurity: Discussing how AI is being leveraged by both attackers and defenders, including its potential benefits and drawbacks.

  • Defenses and Shortcomings: Analyzing the strengths and weaknesses of current cybersecurity defenses, with a particular focus on the impact of AI on these systems.

  • Google Cloud's Solutions: Exploring how Google Cloud is helping government organizations address critical security gaps and mitigate the risks posed by AI-driven threats.

Join us for this timely session to gain valuable insights into the evolving cyber threat landscape and learn how to effectively protect your government organization in the age of AI.

Tim Appleby
Tim Appleby
SLED and Strategic Solutions Sr. Practice Lead
Mandiant - Google Public Sector
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Google Cloud
9:20 AM EDT Tuesday, September 17

Editorial

GAO's Approach to Enhanced Cybersecurity

25 minutes
ON DEMAND

West Colie, Assistant Director for Enhanced Cybersecurity at the GAO, will delve into the Government Accountability Office's critical role in assessing and improving cybersecurity measures across federal agencies. Discover how the GAO identifies vulnerabilities and enforces compliance to bolster national cyber defense.

West Coile
West Coile
Assistant Director for Enhanced Cybersecurity
Government Accountability Office

West Colie, Assistant Director for Enhanced Cybersecurity at the GAO, will delve into the Government Accountability Office's critical role in assessing and improving cybersecurity measures across federal agencies. Discover how the GAO identifies vulnerabilities and enforces compliance to bolster national cyber defense.

West Coile
West Coile
Assistant Director for Enhanced Cybersecurity
Government Accountability Office
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9:45 AM EDT Tuesday, September 17

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ManTech

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Securing the Future through Cyber Resilience: Thriving in a World of Constant Threats

20 minutes
ON DEMAND

Threats are evolving at an unprecedented pace and merely defending against imminent attack is no longer enough. This talk dives into the concept of cyber resilience, exploring how individuals, organizations and societies can not only withstand cyber disruptions, but evolve their systems concurrent with the threat to ensure critical systems remain survivable, robust and operational. You'll understand why cyber resilience is the key to thriving in today's digital landscape and how you can implement it to safeguard your future.

Mark Roman
Mark Roman
Executive Director of Cyber Technologies
ManTech

Threats are evolving at an unprecedented pace and merely defending against imminent attack is no longer enough. This talk dives into the concept of cyber resilience, exploring how individuals, organizations and societies can not only withstand cyber disruptions, but evolve their systems concurrent with the threat to ensure critical systems remain survivable, robust and operational. You'll understand why cyber resilience is the key to thriving in today's digital landscape and how you can implement it to safeguard your future.

Mark Roman
Mark Roman
Executive Director of Cyber Technologies
ManTech
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ManTech
10:05 AM EDT Tuesday, September 17

10:30 AM EDT Tuesday, September 17

Editorial

CISA's Role in Vulnerability Analysis

25 minutes
ON DEMAND

Kwadwo Burgee, Acting Section Chief of Federal Partnerships at CISA, will provide insights into the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency's efforts to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities within federal systems, as well as the need for cybersecurity policy measures. Explore how CISA's proactive measures enhance the security of the nation's critical infrastructure.

Kwadwo Burgee
Kwadwo Burgee
Acting Section Chief, Federal Partnerships
Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency

Kwadwo Burgee, Acting Section Chief of Federal Partnerships at CISA, will provide insights into the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency's efforts to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities within federal systems, as well as the need for cybersecurity policy measures. Explore how CISA's proactive measures enhance the security of the nation's critical infrastructure.

Kwadwo Burgee
Kwadwo Burgee
Acting Section Chief, Federal Partnerships
Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency
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10:55 AM EDT Tuesday, September 17

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Oracle Cloud

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Re-thinking the way we look at Security

20 minutes
ON DEMAND

In today’s digital age, the importance of prioritizing security cannot be overstated. The concept of “Security First-Design” emphasizes the integration of robust security measures at every stage of technology development and deployment.

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Vandy Rodrigues
Vandy Rodrigues
Field Chief Information Security Officer
Oracle Cloud
George Jackson
George Jackson
Executive Producer & Host
GovExec TV

In today’s digital age, the importance of prioritizing security cannot be overstated. The concept of “Security First-Design” emphasizes the integration of robust security measures at every stage of technology development and deployment.

This session discusses the principles of security first, including proactive threat detection, comprehensive risk assessments, and the implementation of secure development practices, and benefits of a security-centric culture, such as enhanced resilience against attacks and improved compliance with regulatory standards.

Adopting a security first mindset, agencies can protect sensitive data, maintain user trust, and mitigate the risks associated with cyber threats. You don’t have to do it alone – learn how your supplies can partner with you to improve your security posture.

Vandy Rodrigues
Vandy Rodrigues
Field Chief Information Security Officer
Oracle Cloud
George Jackson
George Jackson
Executive Producer & Host
GovExec TV
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Oracle Cloud
11:15 AM EDT Tuesday, September 17

Editorial

Securing Energy Infrastructure with CESER

25 minutes
ON DEMAND

Hear from Puesh Kumar, Director of the Office of Cybersecurity, Energy Security, and Emergency Response (CESER) at the DOE, on safeguarding the nation's energy grid. This session will cover CESER's initiatives to protect critical energy infrastructure from cyber threats and ensure rapid response to cyber emergencies.

Puesh Kumar
Puesh Kumar
Director, Office of Cybersecurity, Energy Security and Emergency Response (CESER)
Department of Energy

Hear from Puesh Kumar, Director of the Office of Cybersecurity, Energy Security, and Emergency Response (CESER) at the DOE, on safeguarding the nation's energy grid. This session will cover CESER's initiatives to protect critical energy infrastructure from cyber threats and ensure rapid response to cyber emergencies.

Puesh Kumar
Puesh Kumar
Director, Office of Cybersecurity, Energy Security and Emergency Response (CESER)
Department of Energy
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11:40 AM EDT Tuesday, September 17

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immixGroup

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Your Data: The Last Line of Defense

20 minutes
ON DEMAND

In lieu of the larger IT landscape and the evolving threat matrix, the organizational data becomes an agencies most critical asset; the crown jewels vaulted deep within the castle. Protecting this data often becomes the last line of defense in a long series of fortifications. This session will focus on offering a brief survey of the means and methods for safeguarding and protecting data in an age of rapid technological advancement, AI and ever shifting attack vectors.

Darrell Griffith
Darrell Griffith
Account Technology Specialist, US Public Sector
NetApp

In lieu of the larger IT landscape and the evolving threat matrix, the organizational data becomes an agencies most critical asset; the crown jewels vaulted deep within the castle. Protecting this data often becomes the last line of defense in a long series of fortifications. This session will focus on offering a brief survey of the means and methods for safeguarding and protecting data in an age of rapid technological advancement, AI and ever shifting attack vectors.

Darrell Griffith
Darrell Griffith
Account Technology Specialist, US Public Sector
NetApp
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immixGroup
12:00 PM EDT Tuesday, September 17

Editorial

Safeguarding Workforce Data at the Department of Labor

25 minutes
ON DEMAND

In this session, the CISO of the Department of Labor will discuss strategies for protecting the vast amounts of workforce data managed by the agency. Learn how the Department is addressing cybersecurity challenges related to legacy systems, securing remote work environments, and ensuring the privacy of sensitive employee information.

Paul Blahusch
Paul Blahusch
Chief Information Security Officer
Department of Labor

In this session, the CISO of the Department of Labor will discuss strategies for protecting the vast amounts of workforce data managed by the agency. Learn how the Department is addressing cybersecurity challenges related to legacy systems, securing remote work environments, and ensuring the privacy of sensitive employee information.

Paul Blahusch
Paul Blahusch
Chief Information Security Officer
Department of Labor
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12:25 PM EDT Tuesday, September 17

Editorial

Closing Remarks

5 minutes
ON DEMAND
Adam Mazmanian
Adam Mazmanian
Executive Editor
Nextgov/ FCW
Adam Mazmanian
Adam Mazmanian
Executive Editor
Nextgov/ FCW
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