Conference Day Two
Wednesday, July 31, 2024

8:30 am Check-In & Coffee

9:10 am Chair’s Opening Remarks

  • David Sheidlower Chief Information Security & Privacy Officer, Turner Construction Co

Defend & Govern Your Firm With Artificial Intelligence

9:20 am Panel: Analyzing the Growing Danger of AI to Proactively Equip Your Business & Mitigate Potential Risks

  • Mike Griggs Director, Computer and Information Systems, SSOE Group
  • Chris Clinard Systems Architect, Samet Corporation
  • Eric Corder Director, Head of IT and Security, Performance Contracting Group

Synopsis

  • Gaining insight into the recent advancements in AI and the implications for the construction industry
  • Learning novel methods cybercriminals are employing to utilize AI in their attack vectors
  • Understanding the legal implications of utilizing AI and how to navigate them for in-house use

10:00 am Audience Discussion: Leveraging AI for Governance & Defensive Objectives to Enhance Resource Allocation & Minimize Inefficiencies

Synopsis

  • Exploring how AI can streamline data processes and ensure appropriate access levels for users
  • Navigating the current maturity level of AI solutions and exploring the potential applications for governance and defence against cyber threats
  • Benchmarking strategies to effectively monitor the impact AI is having upon daily operations

10:40 am Morning Break & Networking

Preparing Your Firm for an Attack

11:20 am Audience Discussion: Mitigating Malware & Ransomware Threats to Protect Project Integrity

Synopsis

  • Understanding potential financial, information, and project viability impacts of a successful hack of your business
  • Exploring diverse strategies and solutions adopted by industry peers for ransomware protection and mitigating supply chain risks
  • Implementing rapid rollback mechanisms to minimize financial impacts and reduce operational downtime in the event of a ransomware attack

12:00 pm Preparing Effective Incident Response Procedures to Minimize Disruption & Ensure Business Continuity

  • Eric Corder Director, Head of IT and Security, Performance Contracting Group

Synopsis

  • Understanding common routes leading up to an organization requiring an incidence response team and how to develop your approach to avoid them
  • Enhancing risk assessments and contingency planning to maintain business operations during disruptions
  • Employing multiple layers of data recovery solutions to enhance resilience and ensure data integrity

12:40 pm Networking Lunch

1:50 pm Ensuring Alignment of Robust Security Procedures Between All Project Partners to Eliminate Weak Links & Maintain Operations

Synopsis

  • Establishing and enforcing enterprise security standards for project partners and vendors, to increase service quality and business efficiency
  • Standardizing device security requirements for partners to promote project-wide adherence and increase protection
  • Implementing effective digital isolation measures for compromised machines to maintain project schedule and mitigate impacts upon other network devices

2:30 pm Audience Discussion: Improving Individual & Collective Contributions to Bolster Cybersecurity Team Efficiency & Foster New Opportunities

Synopsis

  • Implementing a regular rhythm and defined agenda for team interactions to maintain alignment whilst allowing flexibility for individual responsibilities
  • Leveraging diverse skill sets and perspectives within your team to enhance operational efficiency
  • Demonstrating tangible value to your organization to propel self-advancement alongside team success

3:10 pm Chair’s Closing Remarks

3:20 pm End of Conference