Intelligence Roadshow | Manchester

Tuesday, 18 June | 2:30 – 5:00 PM BST

Recorded Future Intelligence Roadshow Manchester

Intelligence as a Catalyst

In a world where organisations are tasked with achieving more using the same or fewer resources, the need for a transformative catalyst has never been more critical. Amidst challenges such as escalating business disruption, the continued increase in ransomware attacks resulting in paid ransoms, public shaming, or loss of trust, sophisticated social engineering tactics, and an escalating focus on supply chain vulnerabilities, the demand for amplified cyber resilience is unmistakable.

Enter the era of “Intelligence as a Catalyst.” In this event, we will delve into global trends shaping the cybersecurity landscape, offering invaluable insights to fortify your defences against emerging threats.

Discover how intelligence, strategically applied, becomes the driving force between business growth and success.

Agenda:

14.00-14.30: Registration Opens for Intelligence Roadshow

14.30-14.45: Welcome

14.45-15.15: Intelligence as a Catalyst

15.15-15.45: A Look at the 2024 Ransomware Threat Landscape

Despite a number of takedowns early in 2024, ransomware continues to thrive. But ransomware groups are fracturing. This talk will look at what a post-RaaS world means for defenders and incident responders.

15.45-16.15: Panel Discussion - Building Effective Tabletop Exercises for Ransomware Preparedness & Education

16.15-17.00: Cyber Escape Room

17.00: Closing Remarks

17.00-19.00: Networking Drinks

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Location

King Street Townhouse

10 Booth Street

Manchester

M2 4AW

Date & Time

Tuesday, 18 June 2024

2:30 – 5:00 PM BST

Followed by a drinks reception

Allan Liska

Senior Security Architect and Ransomware Specialist, Recorded Future

With more than 20 years of experience in ransomware and information security, Allan Liska has improved countless organizations’ security posture using more effective intelligence. Liska provides ransomware-related counsel and key recommendations to major global corporations and government agencies, sitting on national ransomware task forces and speaking at global conferences. Liska has worked as both a security practitioner and an ethical hacker at Symantec, iSIGHT Partners, FireEye, and Recorded Future.

Matt Ford

Pre-Sales Team Lead, Recorded Future

Matt Ford is a distinguished cybersecurity professional with over fifteen years of industry expertise. Specialising in threat intelligence, geopolitical analysis, and SOC (Security Operations Centre) automation, Matt has made significant contributions to enhancing digital defence strategies for organisations globally. His comprehensive understanding of emerging threats and innovative approaches to SOC automation has led to notable advancements in operational efficiency and threat detection capabilities. Moreover, Matt has showcased his expertise by working for Blackhat Events in their NOC (Network Operations Centre), where he played a pivotal role in ensuring the security and integrity of the event's network infrastructure.

Iain Marsh

Security Solutions Architect, Splunk

Iain joined Splunk just under 4 years ago as a Security Consultant delivering SOAR and SIEM designs and implementations. Currently Iain is part of the pre-sales team working as a Security Solutions Architect. Iain has 20+ years of experience working predominantly in the End Point, Network Security and SIEM domains.

Working as an independent consultant and for IBM, CSI, SCC and others in various roles from Security Solution Architecture, Pre-Sales and Professional Services engagements as a product specialist through to consulting with clients and performing Gap Analysis studies and SOC MSSP design. For fun, Iain is an endurance athlete competing in Ironman Triathlons and Marathons.

Benn Blackburn

Advisory Solution Consultant - Security Operations, ServiceNow

Benn Blackburn, a cybersecurity professional with over 15 years of experience in data protection, vulnerability management and incident response. Benn has a keen interest in developing effective cyber strategies, investing his time in enhancing organisational security and operational resilience. Benn supports customer understanding of the impact of cyber security strategy on the wider business; defence against complex cyber threats, identifying and mitigating vulnerabilities and enabling teams in the rapid and effective resolution of security incidents with a view to reduce business and technical risk.