Data Protection Gumbo Demetrius Malbrough

Daniel Grzelak, Chief Innovation Officer at Plerion discusses his role's unique challenges with a focus on simplifying cloud security. He also shares valuable insights for aspiring tech leaders on becoming a technical evangelist or innovation officer, emphasizing expertise, opinion formation, and public engagement.

Justin Gesso, Senior Director of Marketing at BetSol, dives into critical disaster recovery strategies, emphasizing the need for thorough planning and testing. He talks about the evolving role of backup administrators in the age of cloud computing and automation, and the importance of maintaining a balance between human oversight and technological advancements in safeguarding data.

Jo Peterson, Vice President of Cloud and Security Services at Clarify360 discusses the critical importance of Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) in protecting against modern cyber threats. She covers the essential aspects of understanding exposure and accessibility of data, the importance of determining access levels, and how DSPM benefits organizations by enhancing data protection.

Dmitry Sotnikov, Chief Product Officer at Cayosoft a dives into the rising threat of ransomware, emphasizing the necessity of robust business continuity and disaster recovery plans for active directory. The conversation covers best practices for protecting and recovering Active Directory, the significance of having automated recovery solutions, and utilizing cloud-based replicas for recovery.

Steven Umbehocker, Founder & CEO of OSNEXUS a dives into the current state and future of storage solutions in the age of AI and ML but also ignites a conversation on the readiness of traditional storage systems to handle the massive scale of LLMs. Through technical insights, forward-looking predictions, and practical advice, he highlights the critical intersection of storage technology and AI innovation, paving the way for future developments in data management and efficiency.

Richard Halm, Senior Attorney, Cybersecurity, Data Protection, & Privacy at Clark Hill PLC explores the complexities of the new SEC rule on incident and risk disclosures. We dive into the resurgence of ransomware, the impact of AI on cybersecurity threats, and the critical elements of the SEC's requirements. The episode also covers the crucial concept of materiality in cybersecurity incidents, the strategic role of cyber insurance, and the evolving responsibilities of corporate boards in cybersecurity oversight.