Professional Development Webinar Series - 2025
IEEE Computer Society Monthly Webinar Series
🚨 Kicking Off Our Monthly Webinar Series – Don’t Miss It!
We’re excited to launch our IEEE Computer Society Monthly Webinar Series, starting with a powerful session on framing cyber risks as business risks.
Learn how to align cybersecurity with enterprise strategy and earn 1 PDU while you’re at it.This is just the beginning — be on the lookout for a new webinar every month, packed with insights for today’s tech and business leaders.
🗓 Join us for the first session and set the tone for smarter, stronger organizations — register now!
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- Co-sponsored by Florida West Coast Computer Society
- Starts 10 June 2025 04:00 AM UTC
- Ends 18 June 2025 11:30 PM UTC
- No Admission Charge
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Kayne of IEEE Computer Society
Cyber Risk as a Business Imperative: Translating Threats into Strategic Action
Cyber risks are not just technical issues; they are fundamental business challenges with profound financial and reputational implications. This keynote addresses the intersection of cybersecurity and business strategy, offering practical insights to help executives and business leaders prioritize and act on cyber risks in a meaningful way.
Attendees will gain an understanding of how to frame cyber risks as business risks, communicate them effectively to stakeholders, and integrate them into broader organizational strategies. Real-world examples and actionable frameworks will equip leaders with the tools to translate technical threats into business priorities. This presentation will also explore how to allocate resources, measure the effectiveness of cybersecurity programs, and foster resilience across the enterprise.
By the end of the session, you will be prepared to engage in informed decision-making that balances cost, compliance, and risk reduction, ensuring your organization is prepared for the challenges of today’s complex risk landscape.
Biography:
Kayne McGladrey is a keynote speaker, senior IEEE member, and author of the GRC Maturity Model. With nearly three decades of experience in cybersecurity, he specializes in helping organizations navigate the intersection of governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) to build more secure and resilient businesses.
His work focuses on enabling CISOs, internal audit teams, and executives to align cybersecurity and business goals, communicate effectively with boards, and proactively address evolving global regulations. As a recognized thought leader, he’s spoken at events like Gartner IT Security & Risk, RSA, ISACA GRC, and the ISC2 Congress. His presentations are nuanced, accessible, and actionable, offering attendees practical guidance on current cybersecurity challenges and opportunities.
Throughout his career, he’s advised Fortune 500 and Global 1000 companies, leveraging his ability to bridge the gap between business and technology. He’s passionate about reducing organizational friction, improving GRC maturity, and inspiring underrepresented communities to pursue cybersecurity careers.
Learn more at https://kaynemcgladrey.co
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Agenda
This will be an hour session and will give participants the opportunity earn credits that can be applied for continued learning and towards professional development.