2024 Government Cybersecurity Showcase - British Columbia

• 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.

The growing importance of digital identity in driving innovation, value and security in an interconnected public sector digital service ecosystem.

• 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.

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

• 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.

• 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.

Roundtable 1: Zero Trust – Building a Resilient Cybersecurity Ecosystem in British Columbia, Facilitated by: Steve Wong, Solutions Consulting Manager, Palo Alto Networks and Ashley Anderson, DSM, Public Sector Western Canada, Palo Alto Networks.

Roundtable 2: Balancing risk and innovation: ethical and secure use of AI in public service, Facilitated by: Robb Anderson, Director, Cyber Risk Services, Deloitte.

Roundtable 3: Next-Generation Identity Access Management: Enhancing Security in a Hybrid Cloud Environment, Facilitated by: Matt Key, Senior Sales Engineer, Ping Identity.

Roundtable 4: Out of Band Communication During Times of Crisis, Facilitated by: Mark Mosiadz, Principal Technical Sales Consultant, Blackberry and Nathan Donaldson, Enterprise Account Manager, Blackberry.

Roundtable 5: Unifying Operations & Security Against Advanced Threats, Facilitated by: Landon Tholen, Director, Solution Engineering, Tanium.

• 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.

• 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