• Cyber Security for Small & Medium Business

Cybersecurity for Small and Medium Sized Businesses

Wednesday, September 11, 2024 – 3pm to 5:30pm

This comprehensive class introduces participants to the world of cybersecurity, emphasizing its critical importance for small businesses. Participants will gain a foundational understanding of cybersecurity concepts and explore the various cyber threats that businesses commonly face, such as phishing,malware, ransomware, and social takeovers. This class will empower business owners with the knowledge and tools necessary to assess their current cybersecurity posture and identify key areas for improvement, and provide a clear picture of the cybersecurity landscape and the challenges small businesses must navigate to protect their operations.

Workshop Length: 2.5 Hours
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Walter Anderson

Walter Anderson stands at the intersection of business leadership and strategic cybersecurity. With a storied career spanning over two decades, he has demonstrated a steadfast commitment to aligning technology and business strategy with organizational objectives. As a vCISO (Chief Information Security Officer), Walter champions a holistic approach to security, delivering value through comprehensive risk and compliance programs tailored to the unique needs of each client.

A recognized strategist and collaborator, Walter works together with executive teams to drive business transformation. His extensive experience is marked by pioneering sophisticated, integrated business and security system designs, setting the standard for next-generation corporate infrastructure.

Walter’s service offering extends beyond traditional security paradigms, providing fractional CISO services that encompass:

  • Continuous security assessments to meet audit requirements.
  • In-depth analysis of penetration tests, vulnerability scans, and control assessments.
  • Management of third-party attestations, ensuring robust external validation of security measures.
  • Strategic budget and resource allocation for optimal security posture.
  • Comprehensive cyber insurance evaluations to align coverage with risk profiles.

His strategic direction has fortified organizations against an array of cyber threats, ensuring the safeguarding of personnel, data, and assets. Walter leads by example in the domain of information systems cybersecurity, providing expert guidance on risk management and network integrity.

With a commitment to the global cybersecurity community and a reputation for integrity, Walter maintains security clearances commensurate with his role in protecting critical infrastructure. His work reflects an overarching mission to champion security as an indispensable pillar of modern business operations.