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Feb 21, 2025 Steve Schmidt, Amazon's Chief Security Officer, shares insights on the intricate dance of physical and logical security, particularly during large events like re:Invent. He discusses the significance of integrating these security measures to protect attendees. Schmidt delves into the evolving cybersecurity landscape, emphasizing the need for robust strategies against emerging threats. Additionally, he highlights his vital role in ensuring customer trust and the measures taken to strategize for a secure conference environment amidst rising cyber challenges.
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Amazon CSO's Approach
- Steve Schmidt balances strategic and tactical tasks, focusing on customer data protection and emerging technologies.
- He audits business security practices, anticipates future threats, and emphasizes proactive security investments like hardware-based MFA.
Physical vs. Logical Security
- Physical security protects assets with barriers, while logical security protects data with controls like encryption.
- Adversaries target data, adapting their methods as physical and logical security measures evolve.
Physical Penetration Testing
- Amazon employs physical penetration testers to try and breach their buildings, simulating real-world attacks.
- This "red teaming" approach helps evaluate physical security measures and improve defenses.