Security in an era of Cloud Computing
Many enterprises are rapidly migrating to the cloud to achieve significant cost savings. Forrester Research recently forecasted that the market for cloud services will grow to over $241 billion dollars by 2020.
But a recent study by Accenture shows that IT departments are still reluctant to move to the cloud owing to privacy, lock-in, and security issues.
Develop best practice strategies to protect your sensitive data in a world of cloud services.
Listen to leading CIOs, security experts and professional advisors as they take on the subject of Supplier Security and Service Level Agreements in a world of cloud computing. Designed for both business and technical leaders, this local event includes panel and keynote discussions, networking opportunities, and workshops on how to leverage cloud based services in your enterprise architecture.
The 2011 Dallas Technology Summit – Summer Session, will be held on Thursday, August 25th, 2011 at the Hilton Lakes, starting at 3:00 pm, followed by complimentary tennis at the WTA Texas Open.Register today
Why should you attend?
Whether a business executive or a manager of your companies IT infrastructure and services, the Dallas Technology Summit is for you:
- See the latest in Security and Cloud Computer Modeling.
- Connect with your peers and other technology leaders.
- Learn in a productive and intimate environment.
- Listen to todays top Cloud Experts and Vendors.
- Master your skills in multiple workshops.
Keynote Address
Framing Security, Encryption and Legal Issues in an Era of Cloud Computing -
Cloud computing is gaining momentum as a cost effective alternative to traditional IT infrastructure. Listen to our Keynote discuss strategies for negotiating best-in-class SLAs, approaches to monitoring on Quality of Service (QoS) attributes necessary to enforce SLAs, Security Encryption and the growing role of cyber insurance to protect your assets and business in a world where cyber criminals lurk in the shadows.
Eric A. Hibbard
CTO Security & Privacy
Hitachi Data Systems (HDS)
Mr. Hibbard is currently the CTO Security & Privacy for Hitachi Data Systems (HDS) where he is responsible for developing and leading the execution of the HDS product security strategy.
Executive Panel
Our CIO Panel discussion is modeled not only to give insight but also to create a healthy debate. Attendees will have the opportunity to interact with panelists and ask key questions that relate to security in the cloud. The CIO Panel is proud and excited to have:
- Jeromme Lawler
Security Architect
AsTech Consulting - Todd A. Fisher
Partner, Cloud & Outsourcing Group
K&L Gates - Chad Lawler, Ph.D.
Director Cloud Computing
Hitachi Consulting - Scott Bonneau
VP IT
Dr Pepper Snapple Group - Mohammed Farooq
CEO and Chairman
Gravitant - Andre Wu
Senior Director – Global Cloud Strategy
CISCO / VCE - Remington Reynolds
Host & Chair
Managing Partner
Cost Management Group
Cloud Topics
Topics covered during the summer session include:
- Cloud SLAs
- Cloud Security
- Cyber Insurance
- Cybercrime
- Cloud Legal Landscape
Woman’s WTA Tennis &
Cocktail Party
Immediately following the Summit, join us for the Quarterfinals of the Texas Open.
- Free Parking and Transportation
- Complimentary VIP Tickets
- Cocktail Party
- WTA Player Meet & Greet
Register Today
Join your technology peers on August 25th for an innovative and informative day of cloud computing.