Detroit CSA Welcomes IBM and Nozomi Networks!

850 Tower Drive,Troy MI 48098

07 February, 2023

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IBM: Jeff Crume, IBM Distinguished Engineer, CTO Americas Security Technical Sales, IBM Master Inventor. Jeff Crume is a Distinguished Engineer, Master Inventor and CTO for IBM Security Americas with 40 years’ experience in the IT industry. He has a PhD in Cybersecurity and serves as an Adjunct Professor at NC State University. Jeff is the author of a book entitled “Inside Internet Security: What Hackers Don’t Want You To Know” as well as a contributing author to the “Information Security Management Handbook.” He is a member of the inaugural class of the NC State University Computer Science Alumni Hall of Fame where he has served on the school’s Strategic Advisory Board. He also serves on the editorial board for the “Information and Computer Security” research journal and is a member of the IBM Academy of Technology. He holds CISSP and ISSAP professional IT Security certifications as well as Distinguished Chief IT Architect credentials from The Open Group. Jeff lived in Beijing on assignment in 2006 and has worked with clients in 50 countries Nozomi Networks: Operational Networks and IoT are vital components that comprise the Critical Infrastructure of our nation, including manufacturing facilities, power generation and energy grids, water treatment facilities and complex supply chains. Protecting and securing the Critical Infrastructure is a primary objective for government and industry, but conventional IT security techniques and solutions are not sufficient to address the growing complexities of these assets. In this presentation, Jeff Blake from Nozomi Networks will provide insights on trends and best practices for managing the security of OT and IoT networks and assets, and their convergence. Jeff Blake is an accomplished IT professional with over 25 years of experience in development, solution delivery, strategy, and leadership. He is currently the Global Head of Sales Engineering for Nozomi Networks, the Leader in OT & IoT Security and Visibility. Jeff has focused his career on technology operations and security, leveraging data analytics and data management solutions. He has worked with Fortune 1000 and Public Sector customers and NGOs across the globe, focusing on IT and OT security, privacy, and compliance. Jeff has extensive experience in technologies including SaaS and cloud platforms, Industrial Controls and SCADA, machine learning, blockchain and software engineering. Jeff has an BIS degree from Wayne State University, and a Master of Science degree from Northwestern University. About Nozomi Networks Nozomi Networks accelerates digital transformation by protecting the world’s critical infrastructure, industrial and government organizations from cyber threats. Our solution delivers exceptional network and asset visibility, threat detection, and insights for OT and IoT environments. Customers rely on us to minimize risk and complexity while maximizing operational resilience. www.nozominetworks.com