Global subject matter experts from government and industry to share best practices, leading approaches to mitigate cyber, information security threats including data breaches, grid security
ASIS International in conjunction with InfraGard and the Information Systems Security Association (ISSA), has recently released the cybersecurity focused sessions that featured during the 63rd ASIS International Annual Seminar and Exhibits (ASIS 2017), during Sept. 25-28 in Dallas, TX. ASIS 2017 attendees not only obtained best practices from security experts but also explored current issues such as the recent Equifax breach. The newly added, “There’s Been a Consumer Information Breach. What Do I Do?” panel has examined the impact of data breaches on consumer confidence and businesses, as well as ways to address a data breach crisis. This is just one session of more than 180 education offerings that took place during ASIS 2017, the security industry’s most robust conference, covering all aspects of security – from active shooter scenarios to asset protection.
The Malwarebytes SMB Threat Report recently indicated that small- to medium-sized businesses in all 50 states have experienced a 165% increase in the number of malware detections, and a 231% increase in ransomware incidents, quarter-over-quarter – with Texas coming in at or near the top in both categories. Cybersecurity is one of the most pressing issues facing organizations of all sizes, and it is a major focus area during ASIS 2017.
“Combining the expertise of InfraGard and ISSA with ASIS subject matter experts offers a wide range of cybersecurity-related content for attendees,” said Shayne P Bates, CPP, Principal Consultant, Stratum Knowledge LLC and IT Security Council Chair for ASIS International, “ASIS 2017 gives attendees the flexibility they need to create a schedule tailor-fit to their experience level and career objectives. So, whether you are an operational security professional seeking to better understand the intersection of physical and cybersecurity, or an information security professional with years of experience, we have you covered.”
