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SUMMARY:How Safe is Your Nonprofit? Essential Cybersecurity Questions for Leaders
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free online event exclusively for nonprofit leaders\, as we celebrate National Cybersecurity Awareness Month. \nHosted by 501 Commons’ Tech Outreach and Education program\, this event explores the critical role members of leadership must play in cybersecurity and risk mitigation to ensure an organization’s mission is secure and resilient. \nFour expert-led presentations will dive into the critical aspects of nonprofit cybersecurity leadership from three perspectives: \n\ncommunicating with IT support staff and vendors\ngovernance strategies and metrics\nassessing cybersecurity insurance needs.\n\nOur speakers will equip you with the knowledge to set clear expectations with IT support staff and vendors\, ask the right questions\, and effectively evaluate the answers you receive. \nYou’ll learn: \n\nLeadership’s role in cybersecurity management and risk mitigation\nEssential questions you need to ask your IT team\, vendors\, and insurance brokers to understand your organization’s current cybersecurity measures and risk\n\nCan’t attend all the talks? All program presentations will be recorded and available after clinic day for registered guests. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to take control of your cybersecurity during Cybersecurity Awareness Month! \nSpeakers\nKat McDivitt\, MBA\, PMP\nSenior Leader\, Compliance Certification (FedRAMP\, ISMAP) Programs at Cisco Systems. Expert in compliance and integrating business and cybersecurity. She holds an MBA from UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School and a Master’s in Cybersecurity and Information Assurance from Western Governors University. \nShe is passionate about bridging security and business leadership\, ensuring that complex IT topics are effectively communicated to support informed decision-making. At Cisco\, Kat manages global compliance certification for Cisco’s diverse software solutions ensuring they adhere to standards such as FedRAMP\, EUCS\, and ISMAP. This responsibility has unlocked substantial business potential and enhanced Cisco’s reputation as a trusted partner in the federal market. \nKat honed her technical skills by leading instructional design programs\, developing and launching successful eLearning and certification programs\, including the Cisco Certified Customer Success Manager program\, the Automation Bootcamp\, and the Cisco Certified Networking Associate FastTrack program. \nShe is a proud member of the The Order of the Sword and Shield\, the first and only academic and professional honor society dedicated exclusively to homeland security\, intelligence\, emergency management\, cyber and information security\, and all protective security disciplines. Membership reflects her commitment to continuous learning and excellence in her field. \nShayla Treadwell\, Ph.D.\nVice President\, Goverance\, Risk\, and Compliance at ECS. Expert in cybersecurity risk and compliance and organizational psychology. \nShayla is an experienced cybersecurity and risk executive with over 15 years of experience in the technology sector. She excels in integrating psychological principles with advanced cybersecurity practices. Shayla is a visionary leader committed to continuous improvement and innovation to ensure that organizations are well-equipped to meet current and future cybersecurity challenges. She is a member of the Cyber Security Summit Think Tank\, a multi-stakeholder consortium that brings together industry\, government and academic interests in an effort to improve the state of cyber security on both a domestic and international level. \nA renowned international speaker\, Shayla is known for delivering powerful and engaging presentations on cybersecurity\, risk management\, and organizational psychology. \nDara Gibson\, President InfraGard Arizona and Cyber Liability Expert\nDara is a cyber risk management expert who orchestrates alliances with top legal and insurance providers. With a background in cybersecurity and project management\, and a master’s degree in education from Northern Arizona University\, Dara has established a track record of building and enhancing incident capabilities for business clients that are both reactive and proactive. \nDara curently serves as the president of InfraGard Arizona. InfraGard is a partnership between the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and members of the private sector for the protection of U.S. Critical Infrastructure. She champions industry connections that foster business growth and the security of critical infrastructure. She has served as president of the Women in Cyber Security (WiCyS) Phoenix-AZ Affiliate and Senior Cyber Insurance Manager at Optiv. \nErin Heiser\, Cybersecurity Insurance Broker at Corvus Insurance\nRisk and Response Manager at Corvus Insurance. Erin is an experienced insurance broker specializing in Cyber and Technology E&O Liability. She manages cross-functional teams to arrive at the most strategic and efficient financial risk management solution for nonprofits and for-profit businesses. She will be joined by members of her team representing technical security\, underwriting\, and broker perspectives on the cybersecurity insurance needs of nonprofits. \nDanial Ahmed\, Senior Cybersecurity Advisor at Corvus Insurance\nDanial supports cyber insurance underwriters in assessing cyber risk at scale and risk selection. He develops technical guidance related to proactive security measures and IT best practices to policyholders via security consultations. He serves as an advisor and technical point of triage for various internal teams at Corvus and manages a vendor marketplace of 40+ cybersecurity solutions and services. He holds a M.S. in Cybersecurity from Canisius University. \nAttendees will learn\nBy attending the presentations\, you will: \n\nGain a foundational understanding of how to assess the effectiveness of your organization’s cybersecurity efforts.\n\n\nIncrease your skill navigating cybersecurity conversations with technology professionals.\n\nWho should attend?\nThis is a non-technical talk for anyone who serves in the capacity (formal or informal) as a nonprofit leader\, including executive directors\, board members\, operations managers\, deputy directors\, program managers\, and IT leadership. \nAttendees will receive\n• Essential Cybersecurity Questions for Nonprofit Managers \n• Cybersecurity Essentials for Nonprofits \n• Access to presentation recordings \n• Information about 501 Commons Tech Services \nAbout the Tech Clinic\nEach Tech Clinic focuses on a specific information technology theme and brings technology speakers\, consultants\, and nonprofits together for presentations and discussions that are designed for nonprofit leaders and IT support staff. \nWant to keep up on other 501 Commons events\, trainings\, programs\, discounts and grant opportunities? Sign up for our newsletter and bookmark featured events by 501 Commons and others. \nReview our Website Privacy Policy to learn about our data collection and usage. \nHave questions about the Tech Clinic\, contact kai@501commons.org.
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