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Ventura County Deputy CIO and CyberEdBoard member Gary Gooden, BSc., MBA, CISM, ZTSX-I shares why strong problem statements and effective storytelling are critical to gaining stakeholder buy-in, strengthening identity and access management, and building resilient, modern infrastructure. Watch this Profiles in Leadership conversation from the Gartner IAM Summit to hear how consistent delivery, clear communication, and trust drive real transformation across public-sector ecosystems. Watch the full interview: https://lnkd.in/dy53PBHq #CyberEdBoard #Leadership #IdentityManagement #CyberResilience #PublicSectorIT #CIO #DigitalTransformation #IAM

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AI-driven cyberattacks are becoming one of the biggest threats facing small and medium-sized businesses today. That’s why we’re proud to have Jordan Smith, VP at CMIT Solutions, speaking at the 4th Annual Excellerate Central Oregon Business Forum on September 11 at the Riverhouse Convention Center. Jordan will share insights on how AI is changing the cybersecurity landscape and most importantly, how business leaders can defend against evolving threats. The Excellerate Forum brings together top business leaders from across Central Oregon for a morning of learning, networking, and strategies to thrive in the years ahead. 📅 Thursday, September 11 | 6:30 – 10 AM PDT 📍 Riverhouse Convention Center | Bend, OR 👉 Register here: [https://lnkd.in/guPrQmnv]

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Building a cybersecurity channel program? Let’s talk about the right way to start (especially if you want fewer headaches and more deals…) If you’re anything like most founders or sales leaders, you’ve probably thought: “We need BIG partners to get reach! More is better!” But after building three-channel programs from zero, Konnor Andersen can tell you: "That’s the fastest way to…spin your wheels, spread yourself too thin, and burn marketing dollars you probably don’t have." Here’s Konnor's secret (and it’s refreshingly simple): - Focus on a small group of smaller partners. Think less than 40 sellers per partner. - Prioritize fit over fame: choose partners right-sized for YOUR stage who have deep connections with YOUR ideal customer. - Resist the urge to collect logos. (Paper partnerships ≠ revenue.) At the end of the day, channel success is about depth, not breadth. Go deep, not wide. Invest where you can actually matter. Build meaningful relationships. (And yes, maybe even spring for some cool swag... just don’t put your logo on the sneakers 😉) If you’re building from scratch, ignore the noise and keep it focused. Your future self and your board will thank you. Konnor talks about all of this on the latest episode of the Cyber GTM Talk podcast. Find it in your favorite podcast player or at cybergtmtalk.com

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NERC entities spend a lot of time managing patches for their NERC CIP program. Chaos turns into consistency with the right processes, procedures, and technology. Assigning and managing tasks on a consistent, routine basis continues to be a challenge across the electric industry. Keeping track of this program in a centralized, dedicated NERC GRC is why NovaSync is here. #NERC #GRC #CIP

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In today's interconnected business world, relying on manual processes for Third-Party Risk Management ( #TPRM ) is like leaving your front door open. That's why AI-driven automated TPRM isn't just a "nice-to-have" – it's a strategic imperative!  Leave the heavy lifting, additional resource requirements and budget behind. Don't let third-party risks become your organization's Achilles' heel. Embrace the power of AI-driven automation for a more secure, efficient, and resilient future.   Automating your TPRM brings immense business benefits, including :   Enhanced Security Posture: Proactively identify and mitigate risks from vendors, partners, and suppliers before they impact your organization. AI can analyze vast datasets to spot anomalies and potential vulnerabilities far faster than humans can. Increased Efficiency & Cost Savings: Say goodbye to time-consuming manual assessments and paperwork. Automation streamlines workflows, reduces human error, and frees up your team to focus on higher-value strategic initiatives. Improved Compliance & Audit Readiness: Stay ahead of evolving regulations with automated tracking and reporting. AI-powered TPRM ensures consistent adherence to policies, making audits a breeze and reducing the risk of hefty fines. Faster Business Velocity: Onboard new third parties more quickly and securely, accelerating your business operations without compromising on risk. Better Decision-Making: Gain real-time, actionable insights into your third-party ecosystem, allowing for more informed and data-driven risk decisions.   #ThirdPartyRisk #RiskManagement #Cybersecurity #AI #Automation #VendorRisk #GRC #Compliance

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Hivebrite Community Management Software Review — a practical guide for association executives evaluating community platforms. We cover core features, pricing models, AMS integration capabilities, and real user insights to help inform procurement decisions. Read the full review: https://wix.to/MqZJA6X #Hivebrite #AssociationManagement #CommunityEngagement #MembershipSoftware #SoftwareEvaluation

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How are you keeping your SBOM complete, current, and audit-ready—not just “generated once and forgotten”? Requirements are rising (from SBOM “minimum elements” guidance to regulations like the EU Cyber Resilience Act), while real-world products keep getting more complex—software + firmware + hardware, plus all the metadata needed to prove what’s in the build and where it came from. That’s why we updated our latest blog: it breaks down the common SBOM gaps we’re seeing and shares workflow approaches using Perforce IPLM to maintain a traceable, automated SBOM. If SBOM responsibility has landed on your desk, this should help you: ✅ close compliance gaps faster ✅ uncover vulnerabilities earlier ✅ reduce design risk with end-to-end traceability ✅ speed audits (and avoid the spreadsheet scramble) Read it here: https://lnkd.in/e_S8RUU7 Curious: what’s been the hardest part of SBOMs for your team—completeness, freshness, or proving traceability? #SBOM #ProductSecurity #SupplyChainSecurity #Cybersecurity #Compliance #PLM Perforce Software

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Privacy, security, and powerful ALPR can co-exist. An excellent article on why River Forest IL prioritized trustworthy, longterm vendors over controversial and questionable alternatives. https://lnkd.in/echwZ6Kx #ProtectTheEveryday #ALPR #ANPR

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Packaging and pricing. Such a crucial part of any go-to-market strategy. Libby Robinson has lots of great tips. MSPs - don’t skip this one.

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