Philadelphia CISO Community
Peer Roundtable
July 20, 2021 | 1:00pm EDT
July 20, 2021
1:00pm EDT
Leadership and the CISO
Connect with a small group of C-level peers for a private, interactive conversation framed around a top priority for security leaders.
Join CISOs from the leading organizations in your area to discuss:
Strengthening Security Posture Amid Evolving and Unpredictable Threats
Focusing Cyber Resilience for Critical Operations
Balancing GenAI Innovation with Practical Governance
Discussion Leaders
Members of the Philadelphia CISO community will lead the private, virtual discussion.

Jeffrey Gardner
Rapid7
Practice Advisor of Detection & Response
Moderator

Seth Shestack
Temple University
Deputy CISO
Discussion Leader

Cathy Beech
Comcast
Business Information Security Officer
Discussion Leader
Agenda
July 20, 2021
1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Leadership and the CISO
Hosted by Rapid7
What is unique about CISO leadership? Information security executives must protect their organization from ever-present antagonists with one hand, and with the other, enable business outcomes. With mandates that often conflict and a mission that can never fail, it takes a special knack to thrive as a CISO. What have your peers learned that can help you grow as a leader?
Join this session to discuss:
- Common challenges unique to leadership as a CISO
- Leadership best practices for gaining influence across the organization
- The measures of a truly exceptional CISO
Apply to Participate
Each application is carefully vetted to ensure members meet established criteria, preserving the quality of the network and enabling meaningful, peer‑level discussions among leaders from the world’s leading organizations.
Once you submit your application, a Community Program Manager will schedule a conversation to understand your priorities and interests and complete onboarding, including access to year‑round community events.
Community Program Manager
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