UpGuard Summit: A Virtual Event

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UpGuard Summit is a virtual conference that brings together global security leaders to explore the future of cyber risk.

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Summit agenda

Smart Cyber Risk Management

Discover how UpGuard’s AI innovations reduce manual effort so your team can take a more strategic and proactive approach to managing cyber risk. Learn how smarter workflows allow you to streamline your risk management process and keep you ahead of emerging threats. You’ll also hear from our keynote speaker, Brett Winterford, Regional Chief Security Officer (APAC) at Okta, who’ll share his insights on SaaS app security.

Agenda

Product Spotlight

What’s New at UpGuard

Learn about our latest updates and get a preview of what’s on the roadmap with Toby Roger, Director of Product Marketing.

Insight Sessions

Smart Cyber Risk Management

The Future of Third-Party Risk with AI

Letecia Allen, Senior Product Marketing Manager

Streamlining Security Questionnaires

Nathan Clark, Director of Revenue Enablement

Monitoring Threats Across the Dark Web

Ryan Shanahan, Senior Product Designer

Keynote

‘The Security We Need from SaaS Apps’ with Brett Winterford, Regional Chief Security Officer (APAC), Okta

An entire generation of attackers has honed their skills by targeting cloud services. What security requirements should we demand from our SaaS vendors to stay ahead of these threats? Okta’s Brett Winterford shares his checklist of essential identity features for enterprise apps.

Hear from security leaders at global companies.

Brett Winterford

Regional Chief Security Officer, APAC, Okta

Meet our Keynote Speaker!

At Okta, Brett advises policymakers, business leaders, and security professionals on evolving threats and opportunities to improve their security posture. Previously, he held senior roles in the security teams at Symantec and Commonwealth Bank. In 2020, he founded the Srsly Risky Biz newsletter, providing weekly briefs on cybersecurity and policy.

"I always look forward to the Summit because it provides an overview of new features and a glimpse at the roadmap. It's also great to connect and share best practices with other participants."

David Downs

Head of Information Technology

Tata Consultancy Services

Previous Events

UpGuard Summit November 2024

In November 2024, we explored Smart Cyber Risk Management. We showcased how UpGuard’s AI innovatios reduce manual effort, enabling security teams to take a more strategic and proactive approach to managing cyber risk. We also heard from Okta CSO, Brett Winterford, who shared his insights on SaaS app security.

UpGuard Summit August 2024

In August 2024, we dived into how security teams can respond to emerging threats. We learnt about safeguarding procurement processes, defending against infostealer malware, and managing human risk. We also heard from our keynote speaker, Jeff Farinich, CISO & SVP of Technology at New American Funding, as he shared his insights on navigating cloud security and TPRM.

UpGuard Summit May 2024

In May 2024, we continued focusing on scaling your Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM) program. We showcased features that help security teams eliminate manual work, harness automation and keep up to date with emerging threats. We also hosted a panel with security leaders discussing how they’ve evolved their Third Party Risk Management functions.

UpGuard Summit March 2024

In March 2024, we dived into the topic of how security teams can scale their Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM) programs. We launched the Trust Exchange and Managed Vendor Assessments to streamline processes and enable you to do more with less. We also hosted a panel with security leaders on the opportunities and challenges they’ve faced when scaling their TPRM programs.

UpGuard Summit December 2023

In December 2023, we launched multiple new features, including product-based risk assessments, SIG questionnaire and automatic vendor- and product detection. We also shared our approach to integrations, recent enhancements to risk assessments and tactics on how to defend your organisation and vendors against ransomware threats. Finally, we hosted a panel with security leaders from Colorado State University System, Hendrickson and Town of Danvers on ‘How to select and onboard a third-party risk management tool’.

UpGuard Summit September 2023

In September 2023, we introduced new AI features, discussed responsible AI use, enhanced risk assessment, and held a customer panel.

UpGuard Summit May 2023

In May 2023, we rolled out internet scanning upgrades, automated vendor tiering, advanced reporting, and held a customer panel.

UpGuard Summit March 2023

In March 2023, we introduced asset portfolios, risk waivers, questionnaire import/export, and Insight Sessions with a customer panel.

UpGuard Summit November 2022

In November 2022, we launched the new features known exploited vulnerabilities, questionnaire changes view and enhanced risk assessment workflow. We also hosted a customer panel with security leaders from Webhelp, Upfield and Arcadis.

UpGuard Summit August 2022

In August 2022, we launched the new features Customer Attributes, Vendor Risk Matrix, and Reporting Library. We also hosted a customer panel with security leaders from HBF Health and Westfund Health.

UpGuard Summit May 2022

In May 2022, we launched the new features Jira integration, vendor portfolios, and remediation requests within risk assessments. We also hosted a customer panel with security leaders from Hollister, Inc and Autosoft, Inc.

UpGuard Summit March 2022

In March 2022, we launched a new risk assessment workflow, Slack connector, VIP identity breaches and more. Our CMO and CISO also sat down for a fireside chat, and we hosted a customer panel with NSW Government, De.Iterate and InConsult.

UpGuard Summit December 2021

In Dec 2021, we launched new and exciting features like vendor tiering, vendor comparison, compliance reporting and more. We also hosted a customer panel on the best cybersecurity risk management practices with Built Technologies.

UpGuard Summit August 2021

In Aug 2021, we launched more new and exciting features like vendor shared profile, incident & news feed, and remediation planner. We also hosted a customer panel with Aware Super and Iress on risk remediation planning.

UpGuard Summit May 2021

In May 2021, we launched a number of new features, including a custom questionnaire builder, shared vendor information, and role-based access control. We also hosted a live customer panel with IAG, Hannover Re, and UofL Health.

UpGuard Summit February 2021

During UpGuard Summit in February 2021, we launched UpGuard CyberResearch, our fully managed third-party risk and data leak detection product. We also hosted two customer panels on data leak detection and third-party risk management.

UpGuard Summit August 2020

Watch our first ever UpGuard Summit where we bring together security professionals from different industries and geographies to develop security strategies, learn from other users, and grow their careers.

Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

Are UpGuard events free?

Yes! UpGuard events are 100% free.

What is UpGuard Summit?

Summit is our quarterly virtual event designed to explore the future of security, help businesses stay secure, and connect security leaders from leading companies.

Who should attend events?

Anyone interested in the future of security! We cover strategies for security leaders to improve their security posture, current challenges, and modern approaches to cybersecurity in 2024 and beyond.

I can’t make it to an event. Will they be recorded?

Yes! The sessions will be recorded. To make sure you get access to the recordings, sign up for the event to make sure you're notified when the recordings are available. You can even check out recordings from some of our previous events here.

Can my company sponsor events?

If you would like to get involved and potentially speak at an upcoming summit, please send an email to [email protected].

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This is a great opportunity to share your knowledge and build your brand as a thought leader in the security space.