Jim Love, CIO, ITWC

MapleSECs introductory session will explore the changes that we have and will face as Canadian companies and cyber security professionals.

We are all struggling to find and hold onto great people. Gartner Analyst Satyamoorthy Kabilan takes a novel approach to the resource challenge with something that Gartner calls “Quiet Hiring.”

While cybersecurity discussions often focus on 'how' to protect, this session emphasizes the importance of knowing 'what' we are safeguarding – our data. Data lies at the core of any organization, and its protection is vital for resilience against cyber threats. Join us as we uncover the overlooked dimension of cybersecurity, gaining insights to enhance our stance and ensuring comprehensive data-driven cybersecurity strategies.

Richard Freeman, Business Portfolio Manager, Enterprise Workflow Solutions, Ricoh Canada

This discussion will revolve around actionable strategies at the intersection of cybersecurity and law enforcement, featuring insights from experts in the field. The panel aims to promote a deeper understanding of these crucial domains and provide valuable takeaways for the audience.

Moderator:
Brennen Schmidt, Consultant and Author

Panelists:
Deirdre Morris, Lead for Strategic Risk Management, National Cyber Security Centre Ireland
Jo-Anne Yau, LLM
Kevin Paul, Director of Cybersecurity Operations, Cybera

Duke McDonald, Intel Sales Manager, CrowdStrike, Inc.

The conversation focuses on the challenges of safeguarding organizations in the face of Artificial Intelligence. Many companies are attempting to address this issue, although they frequently lack well-defined policies and the capability to detect or manage AI tools effectively. The dialogue also explores the evolving workforce and the ongoing impact of AI on employees and their roles within organizations.

Participants
Jim Love, CIO, ITWC
John Engates, Field Chief Technology Officer, Cloudflare

Too many companies find that when they try to recover from an incident their “failover plan” fails. More and more we are learning that our best plans for protection of systems and even data are not enough to guarantee what we really need - speedy recovery from an incident. While we do need strong protection and processes, we really need to understand how to build an organization that can recover quickly.

Moderator:
Jim Love, CIO, ITWC

Panelists:
Denis Villeneuve, CISSP, Security & Resilience Practice Leader, Kyndryl Canada
Jason Maynard, Field CTO- Cisco Security, Cisco

Gartner’s Geoff Crampton and Satyamoorthy Kabilan joins host Jim Love for a panel discussion on how to deal with burnout, mental health, juggling priorities, developing hiring and retention strategies, and all the other challenges we face.

Moderator:
Jim Love, CIO, ITWC

Panelists:
Geoff Crampton, Executive Partner, Gartner
Dr. Satyamoorthy Kabilan, Senior Executive Partner, Gartner

Jim Love, CIO, ITWC
John Del Grande, Ecclesiastical Insurance

This panel discussion will focus on the intersection of information technology and operational technology in healthcare cybersecurity in Canada and the United States. The panelists, experts in their respective fields, will shed light on the challenges and opportunities in this domain, emphasizing the importance of collective efforts to enhance healthcare cybersecurity.

Moderator:
Brennen Schmidt, Consultant and Author

Panelists:
David Shipley, CEO, Beauceron Security
Matt Gehrisch, vCISO, Focivity Vivek Virma, CISO, eHealth Saskatchewan

This panel will focus on various aspects of OT cybersecurity in Alberta, including risk reduction, differences from IT cybersecurity, company initiatives, trends, and a comprehensive view beyond data breaches. The goal is to provide valuable insights and strategies for enhancing OT cybersecurity in the region.

Moderator:
Yogi Schulz, Senior Consultant at Corvelle Consulting

Panelists:
Tom Everett, Vice President Systems Architecture and CISO, Metrolinx
Chad Grose, OT Cybersecurity & Automation Specialist, Keyera
Ronnie Scott, Chief Technology Officer, Charter

Cyber attacks are increasing, which is creating a high demand for cybersecurity experts. But Canada doesn’t have enough trained cybersecurity professionals to meet that demand and that leaves our organizations, communities and our economy vulnerable to security threats. This workshop will briefly summarize recent research on the cybersecurity talent challenge and discuss insights published in the Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst Talent Management Playbook which can help organizations refine their approach to recruiting and retaining cybersecurity talent.

Randy Purse, Senior Cybersecurity Advisor, Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst

Cybersecurity expert Yogi Schulz shares a practical, cost-effective approach to achieving a high level of assurance in your cybersecurity defenses. Discover the reasons behind management inaction, the consequences of neglecting cybersecurity, and how to overcome impediments. Learn what comprehensive cybersecurity risk assessment entails and explore the value of CIS controls. Don't miss this opportunity to safeguard your digital assets and data without breaking the bank. Secure your spot today and be part of the cybersecurity revolution!

Yogi Schulz, Sr. Consultant, Corvelle Consulting