Building Resilient Cyber Strategies: Lessons from the Front lines of National Security
In a world of persistent cyber threats, how can technology leaders move beyond their defensive postures to mindsets of innovation and growth?
The SIM New York chapter invites you to a compelling fireside chat with Lt Gen (Ret.) Mary O'Brien, USAF, who spent more than three decades on the front lines of national security and cyber. She will share her optimistic vision for a future where cyber is a catalyst for business success, instead of a barrier to growth. Through captivating stories from her military career, Mary will reveal how to empower teams to move from a default "no" to a collaborative "yes," enabling businesses to achieve goals securely. Join us for this exciting discussion of bold leadership, vibrant culture, and the game-changing technology driving resilient, next-level enterprises.
Co-sponsored with ISACA, SIMNY is proud to present this rare opportunity to engage and network with security leaders.
Speaker Bio:
General O'Brien is an NACD Directorship Certified® member and holds the Private Directors Association Certificate in Private Company Governance, and Digital Director Network Qualified Technology Expert certification, demonstrating boardroom-ready expertise in corporate governance, cyber security, digital strategy, and private company oversight.
She earned a Master of Arts, Organizational Management from The George Washington University, a Master of Strategic Studies from the Air War College in Montgomery, AL, and a BS in Chemistry from the U.S. Air Force Academy.
In their free time, she and her husband, BrigGen (Ret.) John Simmons, USMC, enjoy spending time with their six adult children, six grandchildren, and two spoiled Golden retrievers