Balancing Act: Prioritizing Vulnerabilities and Misconfigurations in Vulnerability Management
CISOs today face the daunting task of managing a myriad of vulnerabilities and misconfigurations within their organizations' IT infrastructures. Join us as we explore strategies for differentiating and addressing vulnerabilities versus misconfigurations, ensuring that the most pressing risks are mitigated promptly. We will discuss best practices for CISOs to leverage when collaborate with IT teams in order to foster a culture of proactive security while simultaneously working to reduce technical debt. Attendees will gain insights into balancing immediate security needs with long-term IT infrastructure improvements, ultimately enhancing their organization's overall security posture.
Speakers
Jessica Hoffman is a Certified Information System Security Professional (CISSP) with almost 20 years of information technology and cybersecurity experience in both the government and private sectors. The majority of those years have been in Audit and Compliance. Jessica has dedicated her career to the safety, privacy of millions of Americans’ Personally Identifiable Information (PII), Protected Healthcare Information (PHI), and Federal Tax Information (FTI). She also is a Professor at Harrisburg University and The Pennsylvania State University. Jessica is a member of various organizations cultivating the next generation of cybersecurity professionals and also is a national speaker. Serving currently as the Deputy CISO for the City of Philadelphia and she enjoys long walks on the beach.
Dr. Dustin Sachs is the Chief Technologist and Sr. Director of Programs at CyberRisk Collaborative. He is a highly accomplished cybersecurity professional with a proven track record in risk management, compliance, incident response, and threat mitigation. He is CISSP-certified and holds a Doctor of Computer Science (DCS) degree in Cybersecurity and Information Assurance. Dr. Sachs has worked in various industries, including public utilities, food distribution, and oil and gas. He is a respected thought leader in the cybersecurity community.