When:   March 12th | 2025      Attend

As cyber threats continue to grow in complexity, organizations are more vulnerable to significant risks. Yet, many struggle to measure and manage these unseen dangers effectively.

On this CPE webinar our panel of subject matter experts will explore the essentials of cyber risk quantification - a transformative approach that translates technical cybersecurity risks into business terms. Attendees will discover how organizations can assess their financial exposure to cyber threats, prioritize critical vulnerabilities, and demonstrate the ROI of their cybersecurity investments. Join us for insights on:

• Establishing an acceptable risk threshold to align security efforts with business objectives.
• Leveraging data-driven metrics and frameworks to quantify cyber risk.
• Communicating risk in financial terms to engage executives and secure buy-in for security initiatives.
• Identifying resource allocation strategies to maximize the impact of your cybersecurity program.

Moderator

Nathan Parker, Co-founder, Parker & Lawrence. As a recognised thought leader in RegTech, FinTech, and Web3, Nathan has driven impactful research projects for leading global technology vendors and regulators. His deep expertise has helped RiskTech and RegTech firms successfully develop and launch innovative products, positioning them for success in both domestic and international markets. As well as producing a Web3 podcast, he has contributed blogs, Ebooks, white papers and primary research across risk and RegTech use cases, including financial crime, ESG, market abuse, cyber security, AI Governance and GRC.

Panel

Erich Kron, Security Awareness Advocate at KnowBe4, author, and regular contributor to cybersecurity industry publications, is a veteran information security professional with over 25 years’ experience in the medical, aerospace manufacturing and defense fields. He is the former security manager for the US Army's 2nd Regional Cyber Center and holds CISSP, CISSP-ISSAP, SACP and many other certifications. Erich has worked with information security professionals around the world to provide the tools, training and educational opportunities to succeed in Information Security.

Dirk Schrader is a seasoned expert in cyber resilience and information security processes, Dirk is Global VP of Security Research at New Net Technologies, now part of Netwrix, the leading provider of SecureOps™. A 25-year veteran in IT security with certifications as CISSP (ISC²) and CISM (ISACA), he works to advance cyber resilience as a modern approach to tackling cyber threats. Dirk has worked on cybersecurity projects around the globe, starting in technical and support roles at the beginning of his career and then moving into sales, marketing and product management positions at both large multinational corporations and small startups. He has published numerous articles about the need to address change and vulnerability management to achieve cyber resilience.

Cody Scott is a senior analyst at Forrester serving security and risk professionals. He covers cyber risk management with a focus on cyber risk quantification (CRQ), enterprise risk management (ERM), and governance, risk, and compliance (GRC). In this role, Cody helps Forrester clients tailor and implement effective risk management strategies, processes, and technologies that innovate their security programs, strengthen operational resilience, and deliver business value. Cody has 10 years of experience in the security field leading complex projects, building high-performing teams, and transforming cybersecurity and privacy programs.

Avesta Hojjati, CTO at SecurityScorecard. Avesta is a senior executive renowned for pioneering innovation and leadership in developing transformative networks that seamlessly connect the world. With a unique blend of experience as both a security attacker and defender, Avesta brings a comprehensive, forward-thinking approach to cybersecurity, crafting proactive strategies that protect organizations from the dynamic and evolving threat landscape. Throughout a distinguished career, Avesta has demonstrated an exceptional ability to create and commercialize cutting-edge products and solutions. These innovations have not only driven operational excellence but also positioned organizations as industry leaders in highly competitive markets. With a passion for solving complex challenges, Avesta is dedicated to empowering businesses to navigate the ever-changing digital world with confidence, security, and agility. Known for driving strategic growth and delivering impactful results, Avesta's leadership continues to shape the future of technology and cybersecurity, ensuring organizations stay ahead of threats while seizing new opportunities in a rapidly evolving digital era.