Tech Industry Alliance and Grant Thornton are pleased to bring you the next event in the Tech Talk Series: Cloud Security. This event is in conjunction with Cyber Ireland.
Join us for an engaging panel discussion on the topic “What is the Cloud?”. Starting with a high-level overview, the panel will delve into why organisations need cloud security and look at why businesses are moving to the cloud, highlighting benefits such as enhanced security and cost savings.
Our panelists will address potential threats, such as data breaches and identity risks. Finally, they will explore the future of the cloud, including the exciting role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in making cloud services smarter and more efficient. This session is perfect for anyone wanting to deepen their understanding of cloud technology. Expert panelists include:
- Edel O’Shea, Associate Director in Cyber Security Consulting at Grant Thornton Ireland
- Andy Rock, Solution Architect at Integrity360
- Cormac O’Keeffe, Cloud Cyber Security Technical Lead at Dell Technologies
- Simon Walsh, Cyber Security Architect at Trend Micro
Join us at the Sky Room in Penrose Two on Tuesday 10 September from 8:00am to 09:30am as we explore and discuss Cloud Security. Registration, refreshments & networking will begin from 8.00am, panel discussion from 8.30am – 9.30am
Registration: This event is free to attend, but registration is required.
Who Should Attend
This session is designed for business owners, senior executives, and industry leaders interested in enhancing their understanding of cloud security.
Event Sponsor: Grant Thornton Ireland
Grant Thornton Ireland has approximately 3,000 people, in 9 offices across Ireland, Isle of Man, Gibraltar and Bermuda. With a presence in over 130 countries around the world, Grant Thornton brings you the local knowledge, national expertise and global presence to help you and your business succeed – wherever you’re located. Grant Thornton delivers solutions to all business challenges. Clients choose Grant Thornton because the breadth of financial and technology services they need is available, delivered innovatively and always to the highest standards. Grant Thornton is committed to long term relationships.
Grant Thornton Cork was set up in 2013 and is centrally located in the new Penrose Dock development, in Penrose One. Grant Thornton Cork have a workforce of over 140 people and offer a full suite of professional services to clients across multiple industry sectors.
Event Supporter: Cyber Ireland
Cyber Ireland is the national cyber security cluster organisation that brings together Industry, Academia and Government to represent the needs of the Cyber Security Ecosystem in Ireland. Cyber Ireland aim’s to enhance the Innovation, Growth and Competitiveness of the companies and organisations which are part of the cluster.
Overview of speakers
Edel O’Shea
Edel is a Cyber Security professional, currently working as an Associate Director on the Cyber Security Consulting Team in Grant Thornton Ireland. She has gained experience across a variety of Cyber Security domains, specialising in Security Strategy & Architecture and Identity and Access Management (IAM). She has 5+ years of experience providing Cyber Security Consulting services to a range of clients, focusing primarily on highly regulated industries, such as Financial Services and Pharmaceuticals.
Andy Rock
Andy Rock is a seasoned professional with over 20 years of experience in the IT industry. His career has spanned various roles, including Network Architect and Cloud Specialist at Check Point. For the past three years, Andy has been the Cloud Lead at Integrity360, where he serves as a Solutions Architect, leveraging his extensive expertise to drive innovative cloud solutions for clients. His deep knowledge and hands-on experience in both network and cloud technologies make him a key player in the IT infrastructure and security landscape.
Cormac O’Keeffe
Cormac has worked with Dell Technologies over 12 years, starting his journey in IT. Cormac is a key member of the Cyber Defense organisation, serving as the Product Manager for the Cloud Security team. In this capacity, he utilizes his expertise and leadership to develop innovative cloud solutions.
Simon Walsh
Simon is a Cyber Security Architect and Tech Lead for Trend Micro’s UK & Ireland business, based out of Trend’s European Operations Centre in Cork. With over 20 years’ experience in cyber, Simon provides expert, focused, valuable awareness and guidance to customers, partners, and anyone else interested in thriving in the current IT and threat landscape. Simon works with organisations both small and large across all verticals, both public and private sector, designing, implementing, and supporting complex, robust security solutions to meet diverse sets of requirements. Supporting and guiding organisations through challenging cyber breaches has also been a key focus area during recent years. Simon is an experienced presenter and public speaker, and a dedicated volunteer in Trend’s Internet Safety for Kids and Families program. He’s also a law graduate, computer science post graduate, and holds numerous industry qualifications. Simon’s “free” time is spent juggling family, a still-growing record collection, cooking, reading, and ongoing efforts to draw that all important yet elusive big picture.