2024 Government Cybersecurity Showcase - British Columbia

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• Delve into the disruptive potential of quantum computing in enabling solutions to previously unsolvable problems and revolutionizing AI capabilities.
• Navigate the current landscape of challenges in realizing quantum AI’s full potential while maximizing the potential of recent advancements and strategies.
• Probe the forefront of ethical and governance considerations surrounding quantum AI to ensure responsible innovation and equitable access to quantum technologies.

• 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.

• 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.

Featuring:

Mike Palmer, Chief Information Officer, City of Victoria

Trevor Hurst, Chief Information Officer, District of Saanich

Don Costello, Director, Information Security Officer, British Columbia Ministry of Citizen Services

• 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.