Guardians of Data: Privacy and Protection Redefined
The October roundtable will address critical aspects of data protection and privacy. Guided by an experienced CISO, it will cover foundational practices, regulatory compliance, encryption techniques, and breach response strategies to safeguard sensitive information.
Session Topics
- Data Protection Fundamentals: Understanding the basics of data protection and its importance. Key concepts and principles.
- Privacy Regulations: Overview of major privacy regulations and their impact on businesses. How to ensure compliance.
- Data Encryption and Masking: Techniques for data encryption and masking. Best practices and tools for implementation.
- Data Breach Response: Steps to take in the event of a data breach. Minimizing impact and ensuring compliance with notification requirements.
Roundtable Topics & Presenters:
Stay tuned for more details about our presenters.
Roundtable Hosts:
AJ Eads brings over 20 years of experience in communications and marketing, specializing in strategy, content creation, public speaking, and community management. His career spans work with solopreneurs to Fortune 100 companies, promoting everything from recruiting services to cybersecurity workforce development.
In 2015, AJ transitioned to the nonprofit sector with the Security Advisor Alliance, where he built a vibrant community of information security professionals dedicated to advancing cybersecurity talent.
As GCC’s Director of Programs and Administration, AJ leads initiatives like the Secure Pathways workshop series, the Washington University Cyber Roundtable, and the SPARK Micro Internship Program, while supporting organizational administration. His passion for professional development drives GCC’s mission to connect emerging talent with the needs of academia, industry, and government.
Maurice Mahone brings over 30 years of IT expertise, spanning government roles, including the Department of Defense at the Pentagon, and leadership in industries such as agriculture, biotechnology, and financial services. At the Federal Reserve Bank, he led technology teams managing U.S. Treasury programs.
In the nonprofit sector, Maurice has helped over 70 underrepresented St. Louis high school graduates secure software development careers.
As GCC's Executive Director, Maurice leverages his IT expertise and extensive network to drive strategy, operations, and workforce development in cybersecurity. A U.S. Army veteran, he is also an avid photographer and President of the St. Louis BDPA Chapter.