Join member of NJSENG at a joint meeting on May 8, 2025 at 6:30pm via Zoom. The topic for the evening will be Cybersecurity and our speaker will be Kayne McGladrey.

Please register for the meeting before 5:00pm on May 7^th.

Cyber risks are not just technical issues; they are fundamental business challenges with profound financial and operational implications. This keynote addresses the intersection of cybersecurity and business strategy, offering practical insights to help executives and business leaders prioritize and act on cyber risks in a meaningful way.

Attendees will gain an understanding of how to frame cyber risks as business risks, communicate them effectively to stakeholders, and integrate them into broader organizational strategies. Real-world examples and actionable frameworks will equip leaders with the tools to translate technical threats into business priorities. This presentation will also explore how to allocate resources, measure the effectiveness of cybersecurity programs, and foster resilience across the enterprise.

Educational Objectives

1. Understand Cyber Risk as a Business Issue

Attendees will learn to frame cyber risks in business terms, connecting them to financial, operational, and regulatory impacts.

2. Communicate Cyber Risk Effectively

Participants will gain strategies for translating technical jargon into language that resonates with boards, executives, and other stakeholders.

3. Integrate Cybersecurity into Business Strategy

Attendees will explore methods to align cybersecurity initiatives with organizational goals, prioritize risks based on business impact, and measure program success.

Our speaker for the night is Kayne McGladrey. Kayne is a keynote speaker, senior IEEE member, and author of the GRC Maturity Model. With nearly three decades of experience in cybersecurity, he specializes in helping organizations navigate the intersection of governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) to build more secure and resilient businesses.

His work focuses on enabling CISOs, internal audit teams, and executives to align cybersecurity and business goals, communicate effectively with boards, and proactively address evolving global regulations. As a recognized thought leader, he’s spoken at events like Gartner IT Security & Risk, RSA, ISACA GRC, and the ISC2 Congress. His presentations are nuanced, accessible, and actionable, offering attendees practical guidance on current cybersecurity challenges and opportunities.

Throughout his career, he’s advised Fortune 500 and Global 1000 companies, leveraging his ability to bridge the gap between business and technology. He’s passionate about reducing organizational friction, improving GRC maturity, and inspiring underrepresented communities to pursue cybersecurity careers.

Learn more at https://kaynemcgladrey.com.

I look forward to you attending the meeting.

Marty

Marty Latman

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