ISSA NE Chapter's Upcoming Meeting Schedule

Please plan to join us for an in person meeting May 20th from 10 am - 3:30 pm

> The theme of this meeting will be AI: the benefits, the security and privacy risks, and how to manage

those risks.

Location: The Connors Center at Boston College in Dover, MA

  Registration will begin at 9:30 am

Coffee and lunch will be provided

Please pre-register for this event: 

https://www.issa-ne.org/chaptermeetingregistration

Agenda [10 am - 12 noon]

KeyNote Speaker

Scott Weiner

AI Lead  @NeuEon,Inc.

   Topic

AI presentation and Q&A session

Join us for a thought-provoking exploration of the intersection between generative AI, cybersecurity, and responsible innovation. As AI continues to evolve rapidly, understanding its inner workings is key for making informed security and compliance decisions. AI strategist Scott Weiner will dive into the fascinating world of large language models (LLMs) using ChatGPT an example, demystifying the technology for security professionals.

Drawing from his practical experience advising companies and his informative lectures for congressional staff and policy discussions on AI, Scott will offer an insightful walkthrough of how LLMs operate, exploring the fundamentals of this game-changing technology. 

Attendees will gain insights into key security and privacy considerations when working with generative AI and potential implications of LLMs for cybersecurity and data protection

SPEAKER BIO 

Scott Weiner is a technology leader and strategic advisor with a passion for driving innovation at the intersection of cutting-edge technologies and responsible practices. 

Understanding the significant potential of AI, Scott engages with policymakers, executives, and technology teams to help them understand the implications and leverage this transformative technology. His insights on generative AI have informed discussions with congressional staff, complementing his engagements in policy-related conversations on privacy, patent law, and regulatory frameworks.

With a unique foundation in technical knowledge, industry experience, and policy awareness, Scott assists organizations in navigating AI's potential responsibly, emphasizing security and compliance.

Lunch [12 - 12:45 pm]

   Agenda [12:45 pm - 1:45 pm]

Generative AI Risks: The Challenges of Using ChatGPT in a Business Environment

ChatGPT and other generative AI models have seen explosive growth in their popularity and use. These models are applied in a wide range of applications and are exceptional in the value they provide. However, these models carry inherent security and privacy vulnerabilities that make them highly susceptible to data and image manipulation as well as privacy breaches.

Join this session to gain an understanding of:

• Generative AI security and privacy vulnerabilities 

• ChatGPT implications on data privacy, GDPR compliance, intellectual property and copyright infringement, and misinformation and biased information

• Tangible steps and AI-specific security frameworks you can leverage to mitigate AI risks in a business environment.  

Speakers

Arun Subramoniam – Kaisura Cofounder, CEO, and Secure-AI Principal Consultant

Arun is also an engineer and entrepreneur with proficiency in managing and growing businesses. Arun has over twenty years of experience constructing robust information security and cybersecurity processes and assembling high-performing teams. Since 2019, he has been actively engaged in research and development of a comprehensive AI-focused security framework and a product innovation that detects adversarial manipulation of AI-enabled technologies. The motivation that drives these endeavors stems from Arun’s determination to significantly enhance the security and data privacy of AI deployments.

Maryann Conway – Kaisura Co-founder, Chief AI Strategist, and Secure-AI Consultant   

Maryann has decades of real-world cross-industry experience leading organizations in developing, implementing, and managing all aspects of secure-AI, cybersecurity, and information security. Consequently, she is equipped with a deep understanding of the intricate challenges and nuances within these domains. This speaks to Maryann's expertise in crafting robust strategies, fostering a culture of security awareness, driving innovation to safeguard critical assets, and upholding the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of digital and AI ecosystems.

     Agenda [2 pm - 3 pm]

Building a Secure Foundation: A Secure and Responsible Adoption Journey

Abstract

In today's data-driven world, Artificial Intelligence (AI) offers tremendous potential to revolutionize how companies operate. However, unlocking this potential requires a robust framework to ensure responsible and compliant AI use. This presentation dives into the essential components of a Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) program specifically designed for AI implementation within your organization. *This abstract has been created with the assistance of Google’s Gemini

Speaker Bio

Candy Alexander, CISSP CISM

Candy is a highly accomplished cybersecurity professional with over 35 years of experience driving security strategy and innovation. Currently, she serves as the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at NeuEon, leading their cybersecurity posture and spearheading their Cyber Practice. A testament to her leadership and expertise, Candy served as the past president of the International Information Systems Security Association (ISSA), a leading international professional association for cybersecurity leaders. Recognized as a thought leader in the field, Candy is a frequent speaker at industry conferences and workshops, sharing her insights on the evolving cybersecurity landscape. Her expertise is also sought after by media outlets, where she offers informed commentary on critical cybersecurity issues. Throughout her career, Candy has made significant contributions to the advancement of cybersecurity practices, fostering a more secure digital environment for all.

July will be a virtual meeting/fireside/pool chat for 1-2 hours

[date and additional details will be provided shortly]

Industry Events

ISC2 Virtual Event

Enabling Business Value from AI and LLMs while taking security into account

Friday, May 17th, 12PM - 12:45PM (est)

Presenter:   Bill Murphy, Managing Partner Cresting Wave and former CTO of Blackstone

About the Presenter

Bill Murphy is a Managing Partner at Cresting Wave, bringing Innovative technologies to the enterprise technology community.  

Bill was a Senior Managing Director and the Chief Technology Officer at Blackstone, leading the Blackstone Innovations team from 2011-2020, responsible for the firm's use of technology along with a strategic technology investment portfolio. Mr. Murphy also served on many boards of directors of Blackstone investments along with the board of the Blackstone Charitable foundation.  

From 1999 - 2011, Bill was founding Chief Technology Officer for Capital IQ where he was responsible for overseeing all product design, development, infrastructure and technology support and was involved with all operations of the business.

Before Capital IQ, Mr. Murphy led teams at Sapient, delivering solutions for large clients primarily in financial services. Mr. Murphy received a BSE in Computer Science from the University of Pennsylvania, Class of ‘96.

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