9:00am

Arrival & Registration

9:10am

Welcome & Ice-Breaker Exercise

9:30am

Opening Keynote:
Securing Conversational AI: Empowering Business Innovation Safely

Learn how security leaders can facilitate the integration of conversational AI technologies within their organisations while ensuring robust security measures are in place. The discussion will emphasise the importance of enabling innovation without compromising on security standards, ultimately driving business growth and efficiency.

• Enable innovation safely by supporting conversational AI adoption while ensuring robust security measures
• Mitigate risks with tailored security protocols addressing data privacy and cyber threats
• Cultivate a security-conscious culture promoting education, collaboration, and adherence to best practices

Speaker:
Mark Knowles - Global General Manager Security Assurance - Xero

10:00am

Panel:
Cloud Security in 2024 and Beyond: Challenges and Opportunities

The rapid adoption of cloud computing has brought many benefits, but also new risks and threats to the security of data, applications, and infrastructure. 

In this panel discussion, security and cloud experts will share their insights and experiences on how to address the current and future challenges of cloud security, such as:

• How to balance the trade-offs between security, performance, and cost in cloud environments
• How can our audit and reporting programs keep up with technology innovation?
• How to comply with the evolving regulatory, privacy and ethical standards for cloud security
• How to foster a culture of security awareness and best practices among cloud users and providers

Panelists:
Dane Maslen - Chief Information Security Officer - Kami
Roxanne Salton - Chief Digital Officer - Southern Cross Health Society
Mark Knowles - Global General Manager Security Assurance - Xero

10:35am

Morning Tea & Networking

11:00am

Keynote:
Session to be announced soon.

11:30am

Panel:
Zero Trust Architecture in the Cloud

In the ever-evolving landscape of cloud security, the implementation of Zero Trust Architecture has become a cornerstone for robust cybersecurity strategies. As traditional security boundaries blur, the panel will explore the shift towards a 'trust no one' approach, emphasizing continuous verification in cloud security.

Expect a dynamic conversation covering the fundamentals of Zero Trust, practical challenges in its deployment, and strategies for maintaining robust security in an increasingly complex digital ecosystem. Items to be discussed include:

• Understanding the core concepts of Zero Trust and its significance in cloud security
• Addressing the challenges and best practices for implementing Zero Trust in diverse cloud infrastructures
• Debating best practices for maintaining persistent security and trust checks in a Zero Trust framework

Panelists:
Eli Hirschauge - Head of Information Security - ANZ New Zealand
Kane Narraway - Head of Enterprise Security - Canva
Ahmed Ali - Chapter Lead - Network and Security - Spark NZ

Moderator:
Varun Thapar - Cloud Security Lead ANZ - Checkpoint

12:05pm

Roundtable Discussions:
Choose 1 topic to join on the day!

1. Zero Trust
2. Risk in Cloud Native Apps
3. Emerging Tech 
4. AI in Cloud Sec
5. Multi Cloud Configuration
6. Skills
7. Security Tool Innovation
8. Automation

1:00pm

Lunch & Exhibition

2:00pm

Panel:
Container & Kubernetes Security

Containers and Kubernetes have become the de facto standards for deploying and managing applications in the cloud. However, they also introduce new challenges and risks for security leaders, such as visibility, compliance, configuration, and runtime protection. How can security leaders ensure that their container and Kubernetes environments are secure, resilient, and compliant?

• What are the main security threats and challenges facing container and Kubernetes environments in 2024 and beyond?
• What are the best practices and tools for securing container and Kubernetes configurations, images, registries, and pipelines?
• How can security leaders monitor and protect container and Kubernetes workloads at runtime, across different cloud platforms and hybrid environments?
• How can security leaders leverage automation, orchestration, and DevSecOps to integrate security into the container and Kubernetes lifecycle?

Panelists:
Martin Bleakley - Chief Information Security Officer - Laybuy
Nigel Wright- Director of Security & Reliability - First AML

2:35pm

Closing Panel:
Nurturing Talent in Cloud Security & Technology: Strategies for Success in a Small Market
In niche fields within smaller markets, finding and fostering talent is a unique challenge. This panel will explore innovative approaches to not only attract diverse talent but also nurture careers to ensure individuals stay and thrive in the industry.

• Talent Acquisition in Small Markets: Discussing strategies for identifying and attracting diverse talent pools in smaller markets, including leveraging local networks, educational institutions, and community partnerships
• Nurturing Career Growth: Exploring initiatives and programs aimed at providing ongoing education, mentorship, and professional development opportunities to support career advancement and retention in cloud security and technology roles
• Building Inclusive Cultures: Sharing best practices for creating inclusive workplace environments that value diversity and empower individuals from underrepresented backgrounds to contribute and grow within the organisation
• Collaborative Ecosystems: Highlighting the importance of industry collaboration, government support, and community engagement in fostering a thriving ecosystem for cloud security and technology talent in small markets, and showcasing successful collaborative initiatives

Panelists:
Sachin Bhatia - Cyber Security Lead Trainer - Institute of Data
Jenny Botton - Domain Chapter Lead - Int. Security & Governance - CCL

3:00pm

Event Closed