Event occurred on: 11-14-2024
Cybersecurity Governance Summit:
Personal Liability and Protecting Your Career
Date: November 14, 2024
Time: 12-5:30PM
Location: William J. Perry Conference Room Stanford University, 616 Jane Stanford Way Stanford, CA 94305-6165
Please join Freshfields and Mandiant at Stanford University for an afternoon of timely panel discussions on cybersecurity governance and liability issues that CISO’s, other company executives, and board members are facing in our current legal and regulatory landscape.
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Specialists from Freshfields, Mandiant, Google, Pinterest, SentinelOne, AIG, Ernst & Young, Woodruff Sawyer and more will be covering the following topics:
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- Panel I: Navigating the Complexity of Cybersecurity Risks and CISO Liability: The intersection of law and cybersecurity has never been more critical. This panel brings together top minds in the industry to discuss recent cybersecurity enforcement actions and provide CISOs with actionable insights into the evolving legal and regulatory environment, including the landmark case, SEC v SolarWinds & Timothy Brown. We will discuss the potential legal and business ramifications of cybersecurity incidents, including with respect to security statements made prior to a cybersecurity incident. Additionally, we will explore the growing risk of personal liability for company executives in the wake of cybersecurity incidents. Learn about these risks, as well as measures you and your organization can take to mitigate your and your organization’s exposure.
- Speakers:
- Dan Wire, Director, Crisis Communications Practice
- Nick Lewis, Director, Regulatory Affairs at Google
- Rob Belk, Principal at Ernst & Young
- Moderator: Tim Howard, Partner at Freshfields
- Speakers:
- Panel I: Navigating the Complexity of Cybersecurity Risks and CISO Liability: The intersection of law and cybersecurity has never been more critical. This panel brings together top minds in the industry to discuss recent cybersecurity enforcement actions and provide CISOs with actionable insights into the evolving legal and regulatory environment, including the landmark case, SEC v SolarWinds & Timothy Brown. We will discuss the potential legal and business ramifications of cybersecurity incidents, including with respect to security statements made prior to a cybersecurity incident. Additionally, we will explore the growing risk of personal liability for company executives in the wake of cybersecurity incidents. Learn about these risks, as well as measures you and your organization can take to mitigate your and your organization’s exposure.
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- Panel II: Protecting CISOs and Executives: D&O Insurance and Cybersecurity Risk: Cybersecurity incidents have become a constant threat to organizations, and the potential for personal liability for executives has never been higher. This panel of insurance and legal experts will delve into the critical role of Directors & Officers (D&O) insurance in safeguarding CISOs and other executives from the financial and reputational fallout of a cyberattack. This panel will provide insights for executives seeking to strengthen risk management and insurance strategies by discussing:
- Key D&O insurance coverages essential for cybersecurity risk management.
- Strategies for maximizing D&O insurance protection in the event of a cyber incident.
- Real-world case studies and lessons learned.
- Speakers:
- Brittany Rosen, Regional Underwriting Manager at AIG
- Doru Gavril, Partner at Freshfields
- Lenin Lopez, Senior Vice President, Corporate Security Attorney at Woodruff Sawyer
- Moderator: Megan Kayo, Partner at Freshfields
- Panel II: Protecting CISOs and Executives: D&O Insurance and Cybersecurity Risk: Cybersecurity incidents have become a constant threat to organizations, and the potential for personal liability for executives has never been higher. This panel of insurance and legal experts will delve into the critical role of Directors & Officers (D&O) insurance in safeguarding CISOs and other executives from the financial and reputational fallout of a cyberattack. This panel will provide insights for executives seeking to strengthen risk management and insurance strategies by discussing:
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- Panel III: How to Report to the Board and Build Effective Cybersecurity Governance: The role of the CISO has evolved and today’s CISOs are tasked with combining technical cybersecurity expertise with broader strategic business objectives. This panel brings together board members and CISOs from leading public companies to share their experiences, best practices, and recommendations on reporting cybersecurity matters to the board and fulfilling these objectives. Join us for an in-depth, “closed door” discussion on:
- Engaging the C-suite and board through effective communication and collaboration to build a strong security culture.
- Measuring and demonstrating cybersecurity value through key metrics and KPIs for showcasing the impact of security investments.
- Overcoming challenges in the organizational structure, including resource allocation and the CISO’s decision-making authority.
- Strategies for aligning security initiatives with business objectives and driving organizational change.
- This interactive session will provide practical insights and actionable takeaways to help you strengthen your cybersecurity program and elevate your organization's risk assessment program.
- Speakers:
- Alex Stamos, CISO at SentinelOne
- Andy Steingruebl, CISO at Pinterest
- Moderator: Beth George, Partner at Freshfields
- Panel III: How to Report to the Board and Build Effective Cybersecurity Governance: The role of the CISO has evolved and today’s CISOs are tasked with combining technical cybersecurity expertise with broader strategic business objectives. This panel brings together board members and CISOs from leading public companies to share their experiences, best practices, and recommendations on reporting cybersecurity matters to the board and fulfilling these objectives. Join us for an in-depth, “closed door” discussion on:
Event details:
- 12:00 pm: Registration and Lunch
- 12:30 pm – 4:30 pm: Panel discussions and coffee break
- 4:30 – 5:30 pm: Reception