Addressing Identity-Related Threats in 2024 – Rod Simmons – ESW #353
In this interview, we talk to Rod Simmons, the VP of Product Strategy at Omada. We'll discuss the complex topic of securing identities against ever growing threats. We'll discuss challenges like unnecessary access, accounts with too many permissions, and a threat landscape that is increasingly finding success from targeting identities. Finally, we'll discuss where the Identity Governance and Administration (IGA) market is going.
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Guest
As vice president of product strategy at Omada, Rod Simmons provides vision for where the IGA market is going and how Omada retains a leadership position. Rod works closely with the product teams and chief technology officer to define Omada’s vision and objectives to achieve the goals.
As a 20-year industry veteran, he has a passion for innovation and software design. He has extensive experience in leading and designing cutting edge products and technologies. Prior to Omada, Rod spent time at Stealthbits, BeyondTrust, and Quest Software. During his tenures, he held the roles of vice president of product strategy, director of product management and director of solution architects, respectively.