Canada IT & Security Leaders Forum 2024

As the digital economy continues to expand, institutions must adapt to remain competitive and relevant. This session will explore the key trends shaping the future of the digital economy and how institutions can effectively enable their digital transformation. Topics will include advancements in digital infrastructure, the integration of artificial intelligence and machine learning, the importance of data analytics, and the shift towards digital-first business models. Experts will discuss the challenges and opportunities presented by these trends, providing practical insights on how institutions can leverage technology to enhance efficiency, innovation, and customer engagement. Attendees will gain a comprehensive understanding of the strategic steps necessary to thrive in the digital economy.

Moderator: Helen Knight, CIO, Legal Aid Alberta

Panelists:

Patrycja Kujawa, VP Information Management and Technology, Auto Canada

Manoj Tiwary, CIO, Subaru Canada

Darryl Vleeming, VP, Information Technology and Digital Transformation, SMS Equipment

Shaun Guthrie, Sr VP of Information Technology and E-commerce, Peavey Industries LP

Join us for a rapid-fire journey of security governance at the executive and board level, from zero to hero. We’ll highlight the path of the Tenable security program over the course of the past six years and into the future.

Speaker: Bob Huber, Chief Security Officer, Tenable

Presented by: Tenable

Delve into the flaws of the traditional cybersecurity landscape and how a modern SOC should focus on outcome-based services without relying on logs or the cost and complexity of a SIEM

Speaker: Hamlet Khodaverian, VP, Americas, LMNTRIX

Presented by: LMNTRIX

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We’ve seen major changes in the way that cyber-attacks, including ransomware, unfold. While the concerns and challenges are real, there is a framework to assist in enhancing your cyber-resiliency.

Join Veeam in this session to learn about:

• Recent trends for protecting your organization from malicious attacks
• Best practices to put your data in a better position mitigate and remediate against ransomware
• Lessons learned from actual ransomware attacks
• And more!
  

Speaker: Bill Gemza, VP, Cyber Security and Threat Management, Veeam

Presented by: Veeam

As advanced cyber threats escalate in sophistication, it’s imperative for organizations to rethink their defense strategies. This presentation underscores the critical necessity of unifying operations and security teams to effectively counter such adversaries, and the importance of strategic design in your tool ecosystem.

Agenda:

• A Look at a Modern Threat
• Building a Robust Cybersecurity Ecosystem
• Converged Defense
• Autonomous Endpoint Management

Speaker: Landon Tholen, Director, Solution Engineering, Tanium

Presented by: Tanium

Open seating, Buffet-style lunch. Serving food for all tastes, pallets and preferences. Vegan, vegetarian, halal options available

As Artificial Intelligence (AI) continues its rapid ascent, concerns about AI security are becoming more prominent. This presentation addresses the intricate landscape of AI security, offering valuable resources for security, risk, and compliance professionals to identify and mitigate threats specific to AI effectively. With the proliferation of AI, malicious actors exploit various vulnerabilities, leading to emerging threats like data leaks, poisoning, and attacks on the AI supply chain.

The session will provide actionable recommendations, such as implementing AI governance practices, extending security and development practices into data science and machine learning, and ensuring a holistic approach to AI security. Join Simon Sulyma to equip yourself with practical tools and techniques to protect your organization’s defenses against the evolving landscape of AI threats.

Speaker: Simon Sulyma, AVP, Information Risk Management, Manulife

Generative AI and Zero Trust are transforming cybersecurity. While AI unlocks new possibilities, it also introduces significant risks like data breaches and sophisticated cyberattacks. Traditional defenses are no longer enough. This session will explore how Zero Trust principles can help secure your organization in this AI-driven era.

Key Takeaways:

1. Understanding Generative AI: Learn what Generative AI is, its benefits, and its potential security risks.
2. Zero Trust as a Defense: Discover how Zero Trust can mitigate AI-related threats with identity verification, least privilege access, and continuous monitoring.
3. Implementation Strategies: Get practical tips on integrating Zero Trust into your security framework to protect your business.

Who Should Attend: Security leaders in all Canadian sectors looking to strengthen their cybersecurity posture in an AI-driven world.

Join us to gain insights and actionable strategies for navigating the future of cybersecurity.

Speaker: Rob Bair, CISO in Residence, AMS, Zscaler

Presented by: Zscaler

Join us as we embark on a journey from the initial discovery of digital disturbances to the final steps of resolving them, all through the lens of forensic expertise. Learn how to piece together digital clues, analyze them for insights, and apply this knowledge to effectively manage and mitigate incidents in the cyber realm. This session will arm you with the tools and techniques needed to navigate the complex world of incident response, turning challenges into opportunities for strengthening your digital defenses.

Speaker:

Steve Magowan, Virtual Chief Information Security Officer, Keylynn Security Automation

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A successful cloud security strategy needs to evolve to meet the rapidly changing needs of the business and growth of the cloud. Cutting-edge security teams are coming up with new approaches to increase their company’s adoption of the cloud and AI app development while managing the corresponding growth in potential attack surface. In this session, learn how you can improve your cloud security operational efficiency by 10 times while consolidating multiple siloed technologies using a cloud-native application protection platform (CNAPP).

Speaker: Thomas Nuth, Head of Cloud Product Marketing, Wiz

Presented by: Wiz

It is no secret that technology is changing the fabric of business operations and outcomes, and collaboration between IT and the business is more important than ever before. The conversation is no longer about how to align IT with the business, however in many cases technology is still viewed as a commodity rather than an enabler. So what can we do to successfully change this mindset both within our own organizations and across the industry as a whole? During this session, we will discuss the various challenges IT and digital leaders face when undergoing this cultural shift.

Moderator: Helen Knight, CIO, Legal Aid Alberta

Panelists:

Dan Dickinson, CIO, BioScript

Priya Mouli, Head of Information Security & Compliance, Sheridan College

Natalia Bakhtina, Director of Cybersecurity and IT Risk Management, Former BFL Canada

Zain Haq, Director – Global Infrastructure Cybersecurity Assurance, Manulife

Aggressive attacks on Enterprise computer networks are continuing with increased frequency and threatening economic and national security. Actions like vulnerability reduction and passive defenses on their own simply are not cutting it and there needs to be a functional shift in the way we mitigate this substantial threat. Companies can seek to protect their most sensitive data by implementing an environment of actionable intelligence and detection to bring the fight to the adversaries and ensure a proactive approach to securing data. This session will discuss best practices in managing the constant evolution in the security environment.

Moderator: James Christiansen, Data Security Leader, Cyera

Panelists:

Jeff Stark, CISO, Fasken Martineau DuMoulin LLP 

Adam Zimmerman, CISO, Gateway Casinos & Entertainment

Kashif Parvaiz, CISO, University Health Network

Arshdeep Singh, CISO, City of Barrie

Quantum computing is advancing rapidly and could soon break today’s encryption methods. To stay secure, organizations need to prepare by adopting systems that can quickly update to new encryption methods.

This session will focus on:

• How quantum computing affects current encryption.
• The importance of being able to quickly adapt to new cryptographic methods.
• Practical steps to start preparing for the quantum future.

Learn how to protect your organization from the risks of quantum computing with practical, flexible security strategies.

Speaker: Natalia Bakhtina, Director of Cybersecurity and IT Risk Management, Former BFL Canada

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Join an inspiring fireside conversation with leading women in technology as they share their experiences and strategies for navigating leadership in times of transition. From driving digital transformation to managing organizational change, these accomplished women leaders will discuss the unique challenges and opportunities that arise when guiding teams through periods of uncertainty and growth. Gain insights on fostering resilience, empowering teams, and maintaining a clear vision amidst evolving landscapes.

This conversation promises to provide valuable takeaways for both current and aspiring leaders in the tech industry.

Moderator: Helen Knight, CIO, Legal Aid Alberta