Panel Discussion: Diverse Attackers Require Diverse Defenders
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As we celebrate Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month, we recognize that just as our attackers come from diverse backgrounds, our defenders must be equally varied to build truly resilient cybersecurity teams. Join us for an insightful panel discussion that dives into the importance of diversity in cybersecurity and how it strengthens our defenses against evolving threats.In this session, industry experts will cover:
Building Diverse Cyber Teams: Why diversity is essential in cybersecurity, and how to create an inclusive team that mirrors the varied backgrounds of today’s attackers.
Leadership’s Role in Moving the Needle: How leaders can create opportunities within their organizations, fostering an environment that champions diversity and drives results.
The Power of Partnerships, Networking, and Programs: Exploring how collaboration, alliances, and networks like Cyversity, CyberSN, and Secure Diversity can accelerate progress and address the challenges of diversity and inclusion in cybersecurity.
Q&A Session
There will be food and networking to follow. This discussion will provide actionable insights on how to create a more resilient cybersecurity workforce by embracing and promoting diversity at every level. Don’t miss this opportunity to honor Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month while gaining strategies to safeguard your organization through the power of diverse defenders.
Speakers:
Opening Remarks - Francisco Laplace, SF Chapter Leader at Cyversity
Moderator - Deidre Diamond, Founder & CEO of CyberSN, Founder of Secure Diversity, and Board Member at Cyversity
Panelist - Cesar Adames, Lead Product Security Engineer at Salesforce
Panelist - Clea Ostendorf, Co- Founder & CEO of Wolfpack Security
Panelist - Raaghavv Devgon, Product Security Engineer at Salesforce
Panelist - Melike Etem, Principal Security Architect at Altassian
Sponsored by: Salesforce and Corgea
In partnership with: CyberSN, Cyversity, and Secure Diversity