Data Protection Gumbo

Anthony Mays, a former Google software engineer and the founder of Morgan Latimer Consulting shares his inspiring journey from growing up in Compton and overcoming personal challenges to becoming a successful technologist. Discover the strategies that can be used to overcome the trust gap in hiring and land top roles. Learn how to build credibility and stand out in a competitive job market.

Vivek Ramachandran, the visionary founder of SquareX shares the origins of SquareX, highlighting how it aims to mitigate last-mile attacks by embedding security directly within the browser. The discussion delves deep into the importance of browser security in today's enterprise environments, addressing common threats such as ransomware, phishing, and the impact of generative AI on cyber attacks.

Leila Golchehreh, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer at Relyance AI delved into AI governance, the importance of data integrity, and best practices for integrating AI technologies securely. Leila shared her journey and vision for creating a company that bridges the gap between privacy and technology, emphasizing the need for continuous monitoring and a thorough understanding of the technology stack.

Mike Bowers, Chief Architect at Faircom dives into the intricacies of database technology and its real-world applications. Mike shares insights on Faircom’s role in critical systems such as the U.S. stock market, FAA flight tracking, and even the International Space Station. We explore the evolution of data management, the impact of IoT, and the future of AI and machine learning in databases.

Gene Leyzarovich, Founder at JetStor shares insights on the evolution of data storage from tapes and magnetic disks to modern flash and hybrid systems. We discuss the significant impact of the Broadcom and VMware acquisition on licensing costs, prompting many organizations to explore alternatives like Proxmox and Hyper-V.

Yasser Ali, CEO of Polymer Data Security discusses data security amidst the rise of AI and machine learning, highlighting the increasing complexity of managing data integrity and risks in AI governance. The discussion shifts to AI governance, where Yasser outlines the primary risks, including data leakage, model biases, and the challenge of deep fakes. He also emphasizes the need for robust data classification and the use of tools to prevent misuse of information within AI models.

Rodrigo Loureiro, CEO of CyberConnective Corporation (C3) emphasizes the importance of understanding and addressing fundamental security measures such as patching servers, closing vulnerable ports, and maintaining up-to-date controls before investing in advanced technologies. He highlights AI's role in enhancing both attack and defense capabilities, stressing the need for organizations to adopt AI to manage security data and streamline threat detection.

John D. Cook, founder and CEO of John D. Cook Consulting shares insights from his extensive background in math and statistics, focusing on data privacy. The discussion dives into the complexities of handling data breaches, emphasizing the stress and challenges organizations face when sensitive information is compromised. We also cover the importance of HIPAA regulations, encryption standards, and the nuances of de-identifying data to prevent re-identification.

Kelley Osburn, Senior Director of OEM and Channel Business Development at Graid Technology discuss the advancements and challenges in NVMe, Non-Volatile Memory Express storage and RAID, Redundant Array of Independent Disks technology. We also explore the future of NVMe and GPU integration, emphasizing the need for high-speed data access in AI and ML applications.

Candida Valois, Field CTO at Scality dives into the crucial topic of ransomware and the role of immutable storage in defending against such attacks. Candida emphasizes that not all immutable storage solutions are equal and highlights the importance of true immutability, particularly through S3 object storage.

Nick Howell, Global Field CTO for Cloud at NetApp discusses the evolving responsibilities and challenges faced by Field CTOs and Technical Evangelists. From navigating job market trends and salary transparency to exploring the future of AI and cybersecurity, this episode offers valuable insights for anyone in the tech industry.

Jordan Winkelman, Field Solutions CTO at Quantum discusses the impact of AI on data management, emphasizing the importance of preserving data, ensuring compliance, and protecting it from cybersecurity threats. We also delve into the role of tape storage, deduplication, and cloud solutions in modern data protection strategies, while also touching on the evolution of AI and its potential future in the industry.

Giorgio Regni, CTO at Scality discusses immutability in data storage, explaining its evolution from media-based to software-based implementations. He also highlights the complexities of immutability, including administrative controls, compliance with regulations like GDPR, and the need for effective detection and recovery processes.

Lee Caswell, SVP Product and Solutions Marketing at Nutanix highlights the increasing importance of adapting total cost of ownership (TCO) and return on investment (ROI) models to reflect new licensing costs. He also addresses the shift towards hybrid and multi-cloud environments, emphasizing the role of customer-managed security policies and the reduction of egress fees.

Sam Curry, VP & CISO at ZScaler explores the implications of new SEC reporting requirements, the increasing challenges of ransomware attacks, and the shift towards encryptionless extortion. Sam shares insights into how critical infrastructure is becoming more vulnerable and discusses new reporting standards introduced in 2024. The conversation also touches on the importance of robust incident response strategies, the role of AI in cybersecurity, and the need for architectural transformation to enhance security frameworks.

Rocco D'Amico, the founder and CEO of Brass Valley dives into various aspects of IT Asset Disposition, including the hidden threats of dark data and end-of-life assets, challenges of data center closures and mergers, cost management, compliance and regulations, chain of custody, and innovations in the ITAD industry.

Daniel Grzelak, Chief Innovation Officer at Plerion discusses his role's unique challenges with a focus on simplifying cloud security. He also shares valuable insights for aspiring tech leaders on becoming a technical evangelist or innovation officer, emphasizing expertise, opinion formation, and public engagement.

Justin Gesso, Senior Director of Marketing at BetSol, dives into critical disaster recovery strategies, emphasizing the need for thorough planning and testing. He talks about the evolving role of backup administrators in the age of cloud computing and automation, and the importance of maintaining a balance between human oversight and technological advancements in safeguarding data.

Jo Peterson, Vice President of Cloud and Security Services at Clarify360 discusses the critical importance of Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) in protecting against modern cyber threats. She covers the essential aspects of understanding exposure and accessibility of data, the importance of determining access levels, and how DSPM benefits organizations by enhancing data protection.

Dmitry Sotnikov, Chief Product Officer at Cayosoft a dives into the rising threat of ransomware, emphasizing the necessity of robust business continuity and disaster recovery plans for active directory. The conversation covers best practices for protecting and recovering Active Directory, the significance of having automated recovery solutions, and utilizing cloud-based replicas for recovery.