Information Systems Security Association
Los Angeles Chapter - Monthly Member Meeting
Wednesday, April 21, 2010
11:30 A.M. to 1:45 P.M.
Les Freres Taix French Restaurant
1911 West Sunset Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90026
213/484-1265
Topic:
Lessons Learned from Virginia Tech – Luck is not a Strategic Plan
Speaker:
Harry W. Rhulen Esq. Chairman/CEO, Co-Founder—Firestorm Solutions, LLC
Abstract:
When the shots rang out at Virginia Tech on April 16, 2007 the security and cyber security worlds were changed forever. Events like 9/11, Hurricane Katrina and Virginia Tech have each advanced the knowledge set for security professionals. Each year, technology expands exponentially. These technological improvements work for both the good, and those intent on doing evil.
We live in a world where people demand information 24/7. This demand has created an expectation of open access and instant, complete information. The perceived need by leaders to comply with the information demands of various constituents has created security vulnerabilities.
The perception by those demanding information is often that they are not getting the whole story. This creates both physical and cyber security threats. In addition, there are those, intent on doing harm who view disasters as an open invitation to attack an organization when their guard is down.
Speaker Bio:
Harry Rhulen is Chairman/CEO, Co-Founder—Firestorm Solutions, which provides critical decision support and planning to corporations, schools and universities on issues of business continuity, crisis management, security, threat and vulnerability analysis. Mr. Rhulen has worked as a consultant in many industries, using his risk and crisis management skills and due diligence experience to help his clients.
Harry graduated Cum Laude from the College of Insurance and has both a Juris Doctor and Masters of Business Degree from Syracuse University. Harry is co-author of a recently published book entitled Disaster Ready People For A Disaster Ready America.
[PowerPoint Presentation] Coming Soon
Pictures from the Meeting
Sponsor:
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April Luncheon Menu Options:
Salad Niçoise “Façon Californie”
French style niçoise with organic greens, bell peppers, green beans, potatoes, black olives, anchovies, egg, tomatoes, with grilled fresh tuna steak
Slow Roast Pork Loin
Tender, fresh, domestic. A house favorite
Luncheon Fees:
ISSA members- with reservations
by Monday April 19: $20
ISSA members- without reservation: $25
Non-members with reservation: $25
Non-members without reservation: $30