2024 Government Cybersecurity Showcase - British Columbia

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Agenda

Victoria, 03 December 2024

All times in PST

8:00 am

Registration

8:50 am

Welcome from the Public Sector Network

9:00 am

Land Acknowledgment

Danica Paul, Songhee member
Danica Paul, Songhee member

9:10 am

Welcome from the Chair

Ashley Anderson, DSM, Public Sector Western Canada, Palo Alto Networks
Ashley Anderson, DSM, Public Sector Western Canada, Palo Alto Networks

9:30 am

Government Keynote

Striking the Balance: Maximizing Benefits While Safeguarding Against Security Threats

Wency Lum, Associate Vice President, University Systems and CIO, University of Victoria
  • Discuss the transformative potential of AI in various industries and the tangible benefits it can bring to business operations and innovation.
  • Explore the unique security risks introduced by AI technologies, including data breaches, algorithmic vulnerabilities, and malicious use of AI.
  • Provide effective strategies and best practices for mitigating AI-related security threats while maintaining AI’s advantages.

 

Wency Lum, Associate Vice President, University Systems and CIO, University of Victoria

9:50 am

Gold Partner

The Roadmap to Zero Trust Architecture and Strategies

KPMG
KPMG

10:10 am

Government Keynote

Proactive Cybersecurity: Enhancing Internal Threat Detection for a Resilient Future

Jillian Carruthers, Chief Information Security Officer and Sr. Executive Director, BC Ministry of Citizen Services
  • Discuss the adoption of Zero Trust architectures and advanced threat detection tools, such as IDS, IPS, and EDR, to proactively identify and mitigate security threats.
  • Highlight the integration of artificial intelligence and machine learning in cybersecurity to enhance the detection and response to sophisticated attacks.
  • Emphasize the importance of fostering a cyber-aware culture through continuous employee training and automated incident response systems to quickly address detected threats.
Jillian Carruthers, Chief Information Security Officer and Sr. Executive Director, BC Ministry of Citizen Services

10:30 am

Morning Coffee and Networking Break

10:50 am

Fireside Chat

Balancing Act: Navigating Privacy, Information, and Innovation in the Digital Age

Jeannette Van Den Bulk, Deputy Commissioner, Policy, Adjudication, and Audit, Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner for British Columbia
Colleen Rice, Executive Director, Strategic Policy and Legislation, BC Ministry of Citizen Services
Moderator: Lucas Montebello, Director, Privacy, Information Management & Security, Natural Resource Information & Digital Services Division, Government of British Columbia
  • Explore the challenge of fostering innovation while ensuring robust privacy protections and maintaining consumer trust.
  • Discuss the impact of evolving data protection regulations on business practices and their role in shaping the future of information management.
  • Examine the ethical considerations of data collection and usage, emphasizing the importance of transparency and accountability.
Jeannette Van Den Bulk, Deputy Commissioner, Policy, Adjudication, and Audit, Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner for British Columbia
Colleen Rice, Executive Director, Strategic Policy and Legislation, BC Ministry of Citizen Services
Moderator: Lucas Montebello, Director, Privacy, Information Management & Security, Natural Resource Information & Digital Services Division, Government of British Columbia

11:10 am

Gold Partner

Why is this so hard?

Simon Wong, Partner, Cybersecurity, EY
  • The reality of the technology landscape in public sector
  • What it means for your cybersecurity program
  • Imperatives to adapt and overcome
  • Addressing technology debt
Simon Wong, Partner, Cybersecurity, EY

11:30 am

Government Keynote

The Quantum Threat to Cyber Security and How to Become Quantum Safe

Melanie Anderson, Director General, Information Assurance, Canadian Centre for Cyber Security
  • Recognize the threat that quantum computers will bring to cryptography and how it will affect your organizations
  • Understand what CSE and the cryptographic community is doing protect against the threat.
  • Learn what you can do to prepare for the transition to Post Quantum Cryptography.

 

Melanie Anderson, Director General, Information Assurance, Canadian Centre for Cyber Security

11:50 am

Gold Partner

Fostering a Whole of Organization Approach to Cyber Threats

12:10 pm

Panel Discussion

Navigating Innovation: Mitigating Risks in Legacy Systems and Applications

Jennifer Wray, Assistant Deputy Minister & Chief Information Officer, Ministry of Education and Child Care, Government of B.C.
Martin Dinel, Assistant Deputy Minister, Ministry of Technology and Innovation, Government of Alberta
Cathleen Freshwater, Executive Director, Infrastructure, Operations and Project Services, Ministry of Water, Land and Resource Stewardship
Simon Wong, Partner, Cybersecurity, EY
  • Examine the inherent security risks and vulnerabilities associated with legacy applications and systems, and how these risks can impede innovation.
  • Discuss strategies for modernizing legacy systems, including incremental updates and the integration of new technologies to enhance security and functionality.
  • Explore the balance between maintaining operational continuity and implementing robust security measures during the transition from legacy systems to modern architectures.

 

 

Jennifer Wray, Assistant Deputy Minister & Chief Information Officer, Ministry of Education and Child Care, Government of B.C.
Martin Dinel, Assistant Deputy Minister, Ministry of Technology and Innovation, Government of Alberta
Cathleen Freshwater, Executive Director, Infrastructure, Operations and Project Services, Ministry of Water, Land and Resource Stewardship
Simon Wong, Partner, Cybersecurity, EY

12:40 pm

Networking Lunch Break

1:40 pm

Roundtables

Interactive Roundtable Discussions

  • Roundtable 1: Quantum Cryptography and the Future of Data Security
  • Roundtable 2: Privacy in a Quantum-Enabled World: Navigating New Frontiers
  • Roundtable 3: Mitigating Cybersecurity Risks in Legacy Systems
  • Roundtable 4: Digital Trust in the Age of Quantum Computing
  • Roundtable 5: Enhancing Digital Trust through Cross-Sector Cybersecurity Initiatives
  • Roundtable 6: Protecting Critical Infrastructure in British Columbia from Quantum Threats
  • Roundtable 7: Building a Resilient Cybersecurity Ecosystem in British Columbia
  • Roundtable 8: Balancing Innovation and Privacy: Navigating Data Protection in a Digital World
  • Roundtable 9: Privacy by Design: Building Trust in Emerging Technologies
  • Roundtable 10: The Evolution of Privacy in the Age of Big Data and AI
  • Roundtable 11: Next-Generation Identity Access Management: Enhancing Security in a Hybrid Cloud Environment
  • Roundtable 12: Zero Trust and Identity Access Management: Strengthening Cybersecurity Postures
  • Roundtable 13: The Role of IAM in Ensuring Compliance and Reducing Insider Threats

2:40 pm

Panel Discussion

Unified Cybersecurity: Enhancing Provincial Collaboration in British Columbia

Mike Palmer, Chief Information Officer, City of Victoria
Trevor Hurst, Chief Information Officer, District of Saanich
  • Discuss strategies for fostering effective communication and coordination between different governmental agencies in British Columbia to enhance cybersecurity efforts across the province.
  • Address the challenges and solutions for integrating cybersecurity initiatives consistently across urban and rural areas within British Columbia, ensuring comprehensive coverage and protection.
  • Highlight the importance of public-private partnerships in bolstering cybersecurity resilience and share successful case studies of inter-agency collaboration within British Columbia.

 

Mike Palmer, Chief Information Officer, City of Victoria
Trevor Hurst, Chief Information Officer, District of Saanich

3:10 pm

Partner Session

AI and Machine Learning for Security Threat Identification

3:30 pm

Government Keynote

Redefining Security: Cutting-Edge Innovations in Authentication and Building Digital Trust in the Age of Cyber Threats

John Jordan, Executive Director, Cybersecurity and Digital Trust Branch, British Columbia Ministry of Citizen Services
  • Explore the latest advancements in authentication technologies, such as biometric and behavioral authentication, and their role in enhancing security.
  • Examine strategies to balance robust security measures with a seamless user experience to maintain trust and prevent user frustration.
  • Explore the potential of blockchain technology in providing secure and decentralized identity management solutions, revolutionizing digital trust mechanisms.
  • Determine strategies on how to strengthen identity verification and prevent deep fakes

 

John Jordan, Executive Director, Cybersecurity and Digital Trust Branch, British Columbia Ministry of Citizen Services

3:50 pm

Closing Remarks from the Chair

Ashley Anderson, DSM, Public Sector Western Canada, Palo Alto Networks
Ashley Anderson, DSM, Public Sector Western Canada, Palo Alto Networks
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