Program Details
Date and Location
25 November, 2024
RSAC™ CISO Boot Camp - Australian Cyber Conference 2024 | Melbourne
About the Program
Launched in 2019, CISO Boot Camp is delivered by experienced CISOs and industry experts. Attendees can expect quality presentations, inspiring conversations, and immersive hands-on learning with live simulations to help instill the skills needed to be successful–not to mention, plenty of networking with new peers on the same career trajectory, and experts with possible mentoring opportunities.
Qualifications
RSAC™ CISO Boot Camp is an invitation-only program designed for new and aspiring CISOs who are currently in the position or on track to become a CISO at organizations of at least 100 employees (organizations smaller than 100 may be considered). Individuals working for a vendor/supplier are not permitted unless the individual is in a cybersecurity position and an existing CISO or on track to become one. There is a limit of two individuals per organization. No sales, marketing or media are permitted.
Agenda*
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SESSION TITLE | SPEAKER(S) | ABSTRACT |
8:30-8:45 | Kick Off/Welcome | Ben Doyle, and Grant McKenchnie, CISO Boot Camp Program Chairs | Welcome to RSAC™ CISO Boot Camp 2024 at CyberCon. We’re happy to have you join. Our day will run under Chatham House Rule, assuring confidential engagement and insightful conversation. |
8:45-9:30 | Balancing All of the Stakeholders: The CISO's Journey | Jonathan Dean, Chief Information Security Officer, Department of Defence |
The CISO's journey involves many roads--some technical, some business, some team building, and many still under construction. There's also a fair amount of "offroading". No two journeys are alike, but there are definitely lessons to be learned from the paths other have followed. Our opening keynote will shed light on some of the journeys that may lie ahead of you and provide some food for thought, in particular as you examine relationships that will be important to your success and the different drivers that motivate the variety of stakeholders with whom you will interact. |
9:30-10:15 | Alumni Panel: A Year of Learning |
MODERATOR: Daniela Fernandez, Head of Information Security, PayPal Australia, Panel Moderator PANELISTS: Dan Goldberg, AU ISO, Omnicom and Clemenger Group Greg Pointing, CSO/CISO, Principal Advisor for Pink Galah Advisory Sharin Yeoh, APAC Information Security Officer, Lockheed Martin
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It’s been a year since our last RSAC™ CISO Boot Camp at CyberCon, and we’re eager to share how learnings have already been put into action. This session will share different perspectives that will equip you to get the most out of the day. |
10:15-10:45 | Networking Break | ||
10:45-11:30 | Navigating Cyber Incidents - Before and After |
Andrew Downes, Vice President Strategy, Australia/NZ, Thales, Jen Stockwell, National Security & Geopolitical Risk Principal Cyber Security, Security & Operations, Global Networks & Technology, Telstra |
This talk provides strategies to survive a major cyber incident, based on lessons from coordinating response to Australia’s most significant cyber incidents to date. Attendees will gain practical insights into navigating the non-technical aspects and consequences of an incident and how to improve readiness for decision-making in crisis. |
11:30-12:15 | Personal Branding for CISOs: How to Impact and Influence Key Decision Makers | AJ Kulatunga, CEO, AJK Global |
The Top CISOs in the world aren’t recognised just for their technical skills and knowledge. They build high performing teams, serve as trusted strategic advisors to the C-Suite, and share their passion for Cyber in a way that others want to learn more. But how do they achieve this level of influence? In this Master Class on Business Communication for technical leaders, former Technologist turned Professional Keynote Speaker, AJ Kulatunga, will teach you his “TLC” Methodology – designed to help you position yourself as a trusted advisor to C-Suite leaders and boards. You’ll also have the chance to ask questions about building your own personal brand. AJ’s insights and stories will leave you inspired to enhance your influence and elevate your career by creating greater impact within your organisation. |
12:15-13:00 | Networking Lunch | ||
13:00-13:45 | The Constantly Changing Expectations for Security Leadership | Joe Sullivan, CEO, joesullivansecurity.com | With the case against Joe Sullivan for his role related to a security incident at Uber, some worry there is too much risk for individuals to step into security leadership roles. Especially when you add in responsibilities for new areas like artificial intelligence governance. Despite his personal experience, Joe disagrees. Join this engaging interactive session as Joe examines risks and opportunities that come with increased expectations being placed on security teams. Joe will provide recommendations for action and success. Come with questions! |
13:45-14:30 | Your First 100 Days as a CISO |
Kate Healy, Founder, Empowered Cyber Sam Fariborz, CISO Roxanne Pashaei, CISO |
Every successful endeavor starts with a plan. This session will lay out hard learned lessons to help you develop your plan for success as a CISO, including questions to ask during the interview process, how to engage with your stakeholders, understanding the support you have within your organization, regulatory and risk considerations, and much more. |
14:30-15:00 |
Networking Break | ||
15:00-15:45 | Cyber Resilience is Just About Systems ... Right? |
Grant McKechnie, Founder & Director, Cyber Resilience, Maurine Filip, Principal Consultant Psychologist, Cyber Resilience Group |
In today's world, Cyber security has become a multifaceted relentless battle that has Organisations, People and regulations pitted against one another. A recent independent industry survey created by a Cyber Professional, a Psychologist and a Lawyer has created a unique insight to the world that is Cyber Resilience. This is not a how to build a Cyber resilient organisation, but a whetting of the palette into how you as a CISO can be best prepared as you enter into this endless journey of defending your organisation. In this talk, we will discuss how people are the key and behavioural specialist Maurine Filip will discuss the tools that you can use to stay on top of your own resilience, while ASX top 50 CSO and CISO Grant McKechnie will provide insights to building your organisations cyber resilience. This is all informed by the data gathered this year in the survey. |
15:45-16:30 | Burnout in Cybersecurity: Recognizing, Addressing, and Supporting Our Teams | Jinan Budge, Principal Analyst, Forrester Research |
Cybersecurity burnout's impacts on cybersecurity teams’ mental health, and cybersecurity risks, are immense. It is possible to be highly engaged, and experience burnout at the same time, which means some of the most-engaged rock star employees are burning out and may leave your organization as well. Join us to identify the different types of burnouts, and how to support those who want to be their best without depleting themselves. • How should you approach conversations differently if the focus is on behalf of your organisation, or if you reaching out as “community outreach in as a cyber professional” As importantly, they'll be available to answer your important, burning question in our trusted Chatham House Rule environment. |
16:30-17:15 | Artificial Evil | Mikko Hypponen, Chief Research Officer, WithSecure | The role of the CISO has evolved over the years No two jobs are alike. Learn from some of the best in the business in this panel that tackles a wide range of issues from tactical tools for prioritization and task management to conflict management and behaviors and values. Leave with actionable insights that will help you to be an efficient and successful CISO. |
17:15-17:30 |
Wrap Up | Ben Doyle, and Grant McKechnie, Program Committee Chairs |
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17:30-19:00 | Networking Cocktail Reception | Join your colleagues, speakers, and other VIPs in this special cocktail hour...and a half, and share plans for actions you’ll take and ways to continue collaborating. |