Recorded at the 2024 Phoenix Live Podcast Tour at GMI on April 1st to 3rd.
Ralph Johnson, the State CISO, Washington State brings a wealth of experience to his role as having previously served as CISO for Los Angeles County and Chief Information Security and Privacy Officer for King County. His appointment was strongly endorsed by Bill Kehoe, who praised Johnson's skills, experience, and information security knowledge as assets that will enhance the state's enterprise security program and data protection efforts.
Allen Ohanian, the Information Security Officer for the Department of Children and Family Services in Los Angeles County brings 20 years of experience in cybersecurity, risk management, and IT across both private and public sectors. His impressive career includes establishing innovative security programs, leading countywide cybersecurity initiatives, and earning multiple Information Security Officer of the Year awards, all while pursuing advanced degrees in cybersecurity, business administration, and psychology.
Martha Goodwin, Senior Sales Engineer Director for SLED at SentinelOne is a seasoned SE Leader with over two decades of experience spanning pre-sales, customer training, post-sales support, and professional services in cybersecurity. Her expertise covers SIEM, deception, network, email, and endpoint security, coupled with a talent for translating complex technical concepts for audiences ranging from IT analysts to CISOs, making her a valuable asset in building strong customer relationships.
Dr. Muriel Reid, CIO for the City of Jackson, Mississippi is an accomplished leader and educator with over 20 years of diverse experience spanning information technology, talent acquisition, education, and customer service. Her expertise in administration, coaching, and staff supervision is complemented by her strong communication skills, making her a versatile professional adept at bridging technology and business needs.
In this episode you'll learn:
- The critical components of a human-centric cybersecurity strategy for government agencies
- How to design engaging cybersecurity training that resonates with public sector employees
- Strategies for balancing AI and human judgment in threat detection and response
- Best practices for building effective public-private partnerships in cybersecurity
- How to cultivate a culture of security awareness across your organization and more!
Full transcript and show notes
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