IMD2022 - Identity at the Center of Zero Trust

Over the last two years the world was forced to interact exclusively online, creating a sense of urgency to enable distributed workforces, while protecting critical assets being accessed anytime, from anywhere, using unprotected devices. As the physical perimeter completely dissolved and the threat level increased, the public and private sector have increasingly turned to Zero Trust for the “never trust, always verify” approach to security. But what is Zero Trust (a product, an architecture, or a mindset) , is it rooted in network or identity principles and is it the silver bullet that will protect our digital ecosystems and critical infrastructure? In this panel, you’ll hear from Zero Trust experts who have been providing frameworks and guidance, as well as those who have implemented it in their organizations. They’ll discuss the misconceptions about what it is and isn't, the role identity plays, and best practices and recommendations for achieving it with an identity-first mindset. Moderated by John Gilroy, host of The Federal Tech Podcast, it is sure to be a lively and insightful discussion. Featuring: Chase Cunningham, Chief Security Officer, Ericom George Finney, Chief Security Officer, Southern Methodist University John Gilroy, Managing Director, The Oakmont Group/Federal Tech Podcast Den Jones, Chief Security Officer, Banyan Security