Cloud Security in Higher Education: Balancing Trust and Risk – Sheena Thomas – CSP #207
In this episode of CISO Stories, Jess Hoffman and Sheena Thomas explore the challenges of cloud security in higher education. They discuss trust issues with cloud providers, the importance of understanding data sensitivity, and navigating regulatory compliance. Sheena highlights the vulnerabilities educational institutions face, the value of incident response playbooks, and the balance between trust and risk in cloud services. The conversation underscores the need for due diligence, awareness, and collaboration to secure higher education in the cloud era.
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Guest
Sheena Thomas is the Acting Chief Information Security Officer for Temple University, where she leads the university’s cybersecurity strategy and operations. Sheena is responsible for driving initiatives that enhance the university’s overall security posture. She leads a team of cybersecurity professionals focused on enforcing policies and procedures, threat detection, incident response, data protection, and security awareness.
With over 18 years of experience in cybersecurity, Sheena is at the forefront of Temple University’s information security strategy, dedicated to protecting the organization’s data. She is passionate about educating others on best practices and empowering them to effectively identify and respond to suspicious activity. Additionally, Sheena is committed to addressing the growing demand for cybersecurity professionals by inspiring, empowering, and equipping the next generation with the education and mentorship they need to excel in the field.
Sheena holds a Bachelor of Science in Network Security from Peirce College and a Master of Science in Cyber Security from Temple University. She is also a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP).
Host
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.
