Note: This free educational session will include a light lunch courtesy of the ARMA Golden State chapter.

Join us for an insightful cybersecurity threat briefing that delves into the latest trends and emerging threats in the digital landscape. This session will provide a comprehensive overview of current cybersecurity challenges, with a special focus on artificial intelligence (AI) specific threats and critical aspects of document governance and data management.

● Current Cybersecurity Trends: An analysis of the most recent developments in the cybersecurity realm, including prevalent attack vectors and evolving threat actors.

● AI-Specific Threats: A deep dive into the unique vulnerabilities and risks associated with AI technologies, including adversarial attacks, data poisoning, and model theft.

This briefing is designed for cybersecurity professionals, IT managers, and anyone involved in safeguarding organizational assets. Attendees will gain valuable insights and practical knowledge to enhance their cybersecurity posture and protect against the ever-evolving threat landscape.

Don't miss this opportunity to stay ahead of the curve and fortify your defenses against the latest cybersecurity threats. Register now to secure your spot!

Donald Hester is a cybersecurity advocate who has worked to make the world cybersafe in his roles as a cybersecurity auditor, educator, and cybersecurity manager for the past 25 years. Donald joined the Department of Homeland Security’s Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) in 2023. He currently serves as a cybersecurity advisor in San Francisco and covers Northern California. Prior to CISA, Donald was the cybersecurity manager at City of Livermore, managing governance, risk, and compliance to ensure Livermore was cyber safe.

Prior to Livermore, Donald gained more than 20 years of experience as an IT auditor and cybersecurity director at Maze & Associates. He has taught IT and cybersecurity courses for a number of universities and colleges.

Donald has a master’s degree from Biola University and a bachelor’s degree in Security Management from American Military University. Donald’s professional certifications include; CISSP, CISA, CGRC, CRISC, Security+, CTT+, and MOFF. Donald is a Marine Veteran and started his career as a field radio operator.