The Cloud Security Alliance (CSA), the world's
leading organization dedicated to defining standards, certifications and best
practices to help ensure a secure cloud computing environment, announces that
General James Mattis, Secretary of Defense (2017-2018), will headline SECtember (Seattle, Sept. 14-18,
2020), the first global event dedicated to the intersection of cloud and
cybersecurity. In his Sept. 17 session, "Lessons in Servant Leadership and
Leading by Example," Mattis will draw on almost 50 years of service to his
country and share insightful lessons on leadership, individual responsibility
and empowerment.
"We are excited to have Gen. Mattis headline our
inaugural SECtember event, and can think of no greater personification of the
no-nonsense attitude we must all have in surviving and thriving in these
challenging times," said Jim Reavis, co-founder and CEO, Cloud Security
Alliance. "Gen. Mattis exemplifies the spirit, philosophy and wisdom of a
leader, and we look forward to putting his lessons into practice in our
industry."
During his 44 years in the Marines, Gen. Mattis rose from
an 18-year-old reservist to the highest rank of four-star general. He capped
off his military career as head of the U.S. Central Command, where he was in
charge of all U.S. forces serving in the Middle East and oversaw operations in
Iraq and Afghanistan, as well as parts of Syria, Iran, and Yemen. He retired
from the post in 2013. Four years later, he became the first member of
President Donald Trump's cabinet cleared to take office.
Mattis will be joined by some of cyber and cloud
security's leading minds, including:
- Andy Kirkland, Chief Information Security
Officer, Starbucks Coffee Co. Kirkland leads global cybersecurity services, including operations,
engineering, architecture, identity and access management, as well as
cybersecurity risk and compliance for Starbucks. With 20 years of
experience working in information security and FDA regulatory
environments, his career is rooted in change-driven leadership, including
roles in technical programming, engineering and architecture leadership,
as well as product development ownership for multiple industry-leading
security capabilities. His diverse background, in conjunction with a
business-minded approach to risk management, allows for the practical
application of mature security services at a global scale.
- Joe Schatz, Managing Principal, Cyber
Security Strategy and Operations, TechCentrics. Schatz is a proven C-level executive and
entrepreneur with more than 17 years in the federal government, most
recently as the White House Chief Information Security Officer.
Previously, he held senior cybersecurity positions at the U.S. Dept. of
the Treasury and U.S. Senate. He began his career as a U.S. Air Force
intelligence analyst focused on electronic communications assessments and
led intelligence missions supporting the Global War on Terror, Operation
Iraqi Freedom, and Operation Enduring Freedom. The White House, U.S.
Senate, U.S. Air Force, and the Director of the FBI have all recognized
Schatz for enhancing his organizations' cybersecurity and protecting
national security.
This premier event will bring together thought leaders
from five continents to provide a global perspective on strategic cloud and
cybersecurity issues and deliver state-of-the-art educational activities,
including the chance to upskill their cloud security knowledge through an
enhanced roster of training. Those interested in attending are encouraged to register now and take advantage of
early registration pricing ($995) through July 3. Afterward, rates will
increase to $1,195 through Sept. 4, at which time late registration pricing
($1,495) will go into effect through Sept. 18.
Interested in presenting? The Call for Papers deadline is open through
June 26.