2024 Government Cybersecurity Showcase - British Columbia
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
Welcome from the Chair
9:20 am
Redefining Security: Cutting-Edge Innovations in Authentication and Building Digital Trust in the Age of Cyber Threats
- 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.
9:40 am
The Roadmap to Zero Trust Architecture and Strategies
10:00 am
Proactive Cybersecurity: Enhancing Internal Threat Detection for a Resilient Future
- 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.
10:30 am
Morning Coffee and Networking Break
11:00 am
Balancing Act: Navigating Privacy, Information, and Innovation in the Digital Age
- 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.
11:20 am
Optimizing Cybersecurity Throughout Your Cloud Journey
11:40 am
Democratization of The Quantum Universe – the Quantum Leap in AI
- 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.
12:00 pm
Fostering a Whole of Organization Approach to Cyber Threats
12:20 pm
Navigating Innovation: Mitigating Risks in Legacy Systems and Applications
12:50 pm
Networking Lunch Break
1:50 pm
Interactive Roundtable Discussions
2:50 pm
Unified Cybersecurity: Enhancing Provincial Collaboration in British Columbia
- 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
3:20 pm
AI and Machine Learning for Security Threat Identification
3:40 pm
Striking the Balance: Maximizing Benefits While Safeguarding Against Security Threats
- 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.
4:00 pm
Closing Remarks from the Chair