October 9, 2018 6:50:40 AM EDT | News Empowering Collaboration: Insights from Cybersecurity Panel Discussion

Get insights on cybersecurity best practices from the recent CIO Conference and Awards Ceremony, focusing on data breach prevention and collaboration. Contact SPHERE for more information and expert advice.

Insights on Cybersecurity Best Practices from the CIO Conference and Awards Ceremony

Rita Gurevich, CEO of SPHERE, recently led a panel discussion on cybersecurity best practices at the CIO Conference and Awards Ceremony. The event, hosted by the New Jersey Tech Council on October 3rd in Nutley, New Jersey, focused on data breach prevention strategies—a critical concern and top priority for security experts.

Key Discussions on Cybersecurity

The annual conference addressed strategies across various domains, including IT, security, operations, compliance, finance, and flexibility. The keynote speakers were distinguished professionals such as Beth Simone Noveck, CIO of the State of New Jersey, and Janet Sherlock, CIO of Ralph Lauren, along with other high-profile security experts.

Highlights from the Panel Discussion

During the panel, Rita Gurevich emphasized the importance of collaboration in cybersecurity. “I was thrilled to be leading a panel discussion with such high-ranked and accomplished panelists,” said Gurevich. “It became clear that collaboration is a huge part of survival when it comes to cybersecurity best practices, and it’s great to see people from different fields share their experiences and help one another.”

CIO of the Year Award

SPHERE was also proud to announce that Bob Bardusch, CIO of Valley National Bank, won the Public Company CIO of the Year award. The event began with informative panel discussions featuring security experts from education, finance, government, and healthcare sectors. This was followed by the CIO/CISO awards ceremony and a networking and cocktail reception.

Key Takeaways from the Event

  1. Importance of Collaboration:
    Collaboration among various sectors is crucial for effective cybersecurity. Sharing experiences and strategies helps build a robust defense against cyber threats.
  2. Focus on Data Breach Prevention:
    Data breach prevention remains a top priority. Implementing best practices and staying updated with the latest security measures is essential for protecting sensitive information.
  3. Strategies Across Multiple Domains:
    Effective cybersecurity strategies involve a comprehensive approach, addressing IT, security, operations, compliance, finance, and flexibility.

Conclusion

The CIO Conference and Awards Ceremony provided valuable insights into cybersecurity best practices. Led by Rita Gurevich, the panel discussion highlighted the importance of collaboration and shared strategies for data breach prevention. Celebrating the achievements of leaders like Bob Bardusch underscores the ongoing efforts to enhance cybersecurity across various industries.

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FAQs

  • Why is collaboration important in cybersecurity?
    Collaboration is important because it allows organizations to share experiences and strategies, building a stronger defense against cyber threats through collective knowledge.
  • What were the main topics discussed at the CIO Conference?
    The main topics included data breach prevention, IT strategies, security measures, operations, compliance, finance, and flexibility.
  • Who were the keynote speakers at the event?
    Keynote speakers included Beth Simone Noveck, CIO of the State of New Jersey, and Janet Sherlock, CIO of Ralph Lauren, among other high-profile security experts.
  • Who won the Public Company CIO of the Year award?
    Bob Bardusch, CIO of Valley National Bank, won the Public Company CIO of the Year award.
  • What are the key elements of effective cybersecurity strategies?
    Key elements include comprehensive approaches addressing IT, security, operations, compliance, finance, and flexibility, along with a strong focus on data breach prevention.

How can I learn more about cybersecurity best practices?
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Written By: Rosario Mastrogiacomo

Rosario Mastrogiacomo is the Vice President of Engineering for SPHERE, where he focuses on solving complex security and infrastructure problems involving the processing and analysis of large data sets to find creative and out-of-box thinking solutions. Rosario has been working as a technology leader for over 25 years at financial organizations such as Neuberger Berman, Lehman Brothers, and Barclays. He has held various senior leadership positions including Global Head of Core Software Engineering, Head of Mac Platform Engineering, Global Head of Windows Engineering, and Windows Support Manager. Rosario has built and managed several teams within these positions, some with multi-million-dollar budgets. For the last eight years at SPHERE, Rosario has built the team and methodologies for the development of SPHEREboard. Rosario holds a B.S. in Business Administration from Baruch College (CUNY).