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Data+AI Security Summit 2024
NOVEMBER 12, 2024 • AUSTIN TX • AT&T HOTEL & CONFERENCE CENTER
More than just a Conference
We’re proud to host this summit in partnership with CISO XC, whose mission aligns perfectly with our vision: bringing together security executives and their strategic partners like CyberOne and Symmetry to create meaningful impact through collaboration.
This gathering reflects CISO XC’s core mission: strengthening our security community through the free exchange of ideas between peers and partners, while connecting our industry’s success to broader community benefit. Here, CISOs, government partners, vendors, and academic experts don’t just share knowledge—they forge the relationships and strategies that advance our collective security posture while supporting local non-profit initiatives that matter to us all.
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Symmetry Data+AI Security Summit
Where Innovators Shape the Future of Secure AI
In an era where AI is driving the speed of innovation but also exposing unprecedented data security challenges, how do we move forward with confidence? Join us and our trusted partners for a transformative day where the brightest minds in data security, AI development, and compliance converge to answer this question and shape the future of secure Data+AI systems.
- CURATED INSIGHTS: Hand-picked speakers from thought leaders and industry practitioners at tech giants, cutting-edge startups, and leading academic institutions
- ACTIONABLE STRATEGIES: Walk away with concrete approaches to secure your AI systems and data pipelines
- DIVERSE PERSPECTIVES: Bringing together security experts, AI practitioners, and compliance professionals for a 360° view.
WHO
Meet Some Of Our Speakers
Beth-Anne Bygum
CISO @ Q2
Beth-Anne leads Q2’s global security strategy, covering cyber defense, data protection, and IT compliance. With over 30 years in the field and an MSLM from the University of La Verne, she has held senior roles in multiple sectors. She is also a CBCP and an advocate with the NTSC, helping shape national cybersecurity standards.
Dr. Anand Singh
Global CISO @ Alkami Technologies
Anand, CISO at Alkami Technologies, is an expert in integrating IT with business goals. He previously led cybersecurity efforts at Caliber Home Loans and UnitedHealth Group. Holding a Ph.D. from the University of Minnesota, he is also a CISM and CISSP and serves as adjunct faculty at Mitchell Hamline School of Law.
Chris Roberts
Deepfake Cyber Strategist @ WWT
Chris has been in our industry since before its inception (the lack of hair helping to identify this). His most recent projects have been focused within the aerospace, deception, deepfake, identity, cryptography, AI/AdversarialAI, and services sectors. Over the years, he’s founded or worked with numerous organizations specializing in human research, data intelligence, transportation, cryptography, and deception technologies.
Jason Haddix
CEO @ Arcanum Information Security
Jason, CEO and CISO of Arcanum, has 20 years in cybersecurity, holding senior roles at Ubisoft, Bugcrowd, and HP. Known for his expertise in offensive security, he is also a top-ranked bug hunter and a regular speaker at major conferences, focusing on security assessments and training.
Dr. Lok Yan
Program Manager @ DARPA
Lok specializes in systems security and hardware/software integration. Previously with the Air Force Research Laboratory, he has a Ph.D. from Syracuse University and is known for his work in embedded systems and behavior analysis in national security.
Cecil Pineda
SVP & CISO @ R1 RCM
Cecil has held key roles at Critical Start, DFW Airport, GameStop, and CVS Health. An active speaker and DFW CISO community member (founding CISO XC), he also advises Tarrant County College and volunteers cybersecurity expertise for the Salvation Army.
Kathryn Shih
Venture Partner @ Forgepoint Capital
Kathryn advises on AI strategy in cybersecurity. Previously at Google and Amazon, she brings 15 years of experience in global tech. She holds an MBA from Harvard and a B.S. from MIT and enjoys outdoor sports in her free time.
Jason Robohm
Field CISO @ CyberOne Security
Jason is a Field CISO at CyberOne with 20 years of experience in IT security and compliance management. With expertise in standards like PCI, SOX, and FISMA, he focuses on creating efficient and secure infrastructures and holds Six Sigma training.
Dr. Mohit Tiwari
Co-Founder/CEO @ Symmetry
Mohit previously led cybersecurity research at UT Austin’s Spark Lab. His research, backed by DARPA and the NSF, has shaped Symmetry’s cloud security solutions, with applications in healthcare and data protection.
Sameer Sait
Co-Founder/COO @ BalkanID
Sameer is a cybersecurity entrepreneur and investor with 20+ years in Fortune 100 leadership. As BalkanID’s COO, he drives its access governance platform to combat insider threats. Sameer also advises cybersecurity startups, creating impactful digital security solutions across industries.
Casen Hunger
Co-Founder/CTO @ Symmetry
Casen is the co-founding CTO of Symmetry. He was pursuing his PhD and working at UT Austin’s Spark Lab researching secure system design using OS and programming language techniques. At the lab he began working with Mohit on defining a new data security technique which is now known as DSPM.
Claude Mandy
Chief Evangelist @ Symmetry
Claude leads innovation and industry engagement in modern data security. Previously, he was a Senior Director at Gartner and Global CISO at QBE Insurance, with prior roles at Commonwealth Bank of Australia and KPMG, bringing deep expertise in security strategy and risk management.
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GenAI Sec Researcher @ Mozilla
Ronald is a Silicon Valley based cybersecurity expert, blogger, and digital-nomad. His ingenuity, ambition, & dedication have earned him a reputation as a trusted industry leader. Over the course of his career, he has garnered extensive experience, working at various F500 companies and mentoring a multitude of fellow professionals along the way. In addition to cybersecurity, he is well-versed in software development, devops, and AI.
Randy Potts
CISO @ RTR
Randy brings 17+ years of experience in information security. He began his career monitoring satellite systems and quickly moved into cybersecurity, focusing on preventing malware from malicious websites. Today, he addresses evolving threats like phishing and email-based attacks to protect the company’s systems and ensure operational resilience.
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Featuring Attendees from Global Leaders
Featured Sessions
Closing Keynote
When AI met Cybersecurity: a relationship built on trust (and data)
Dr. Anand Singh
Fireside Chat
Humans in the AI Security Loop
Jason Robohm, Cecil Pineda, Kathryn Shih
Spotlight
AI Security Spotlight: Graphistry
Thomas Cook
Spotlight
AI Security Spotlight: Confused Pilot
Dr. Mulong Lou, Ayush Roychowdhury
Scheduled Sessions
Breakfast and Coffee
Opening Remarks
Welcome - Symmetry, CISO XC, & CyberOne
Mohit Tiwari, Randy Potts & Jason Robohm
Keynote
Smoke, Mirrors, Wings, and Prayers. The Quandary of Identity, AI, and Deepfakes
Chris Roberts
Panel Conversation
Humans in the AI-security loop
Claude Mandy, Kathryn Shih, Jason Robohm & Cecil Pineda
Break
Keynote
AI (Autonomous Imagineering) for Security
Dr. Lok Yan
Lunch
Fireside Chat
S’more Than Just Bugs
Jason Haddix, Ron Eddings & Chris Roberts
Spotlights
AI Security Spotlight
Graphistry
Keynote
Red, Blue and Purple - An AI Cookbook for Defenders
Jason Haddix
Keynote
When AI met cybersecurity : a relationship built on trust (and data)
Anand Singh
Closing Remarks
Symmetry, CISO XC & CyberOne
Mohit Tiwari, Randy Potts & Jason Robohm
Happy Hour
WHY
Why This Summit Matters Now
As AI systems become more powerful and pervasive, the security stakes have never been higher. From protecting sensitive data in training sets to defending against adversarial attacks, the challenges are complex and ever-evolving. But within these challenges lie opportunities for innovation and leadership.
The convergence of rapid AI advancement with increasing regulatory scrutiny creates a critical inflection point for the industry. Organizations must navigate a complex landscape where security decisions made today will have far-reaching implications for AI development, deployment, and public trust. This summit brings together key stakeholders to address these challenges collectively, fostering collaboration between technical experts, policymakers, and industry leaders to establish robust security frameworks that enable responsible AI innovation.
Come Find Us!
AT&T Hotel & Conference Center, Amphitheater 204