The world of IT security is constantly evolving, and collaboration and the exchange of expertise are crucial. A groundbreaking step in this direction was taken by the IT security community when the CISO Alliance e.V. joined forces with the renowned IT security trade fair it-sa. This partnership marks a significant milestone in the field of cybersecurity, as it-sa welcomes the first professional association, the CISO Alliance, into its partner network.
The role of Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) has become increasingly important in light of dynamic and growing challenges in the field of information and IT security. The CISO Alliance, a group of CISO professionals, has set itself the task of addressing these complex challenges. Ron Kneffel, Chairman of the CISO Alliance and Head of IT Security at BREDEX, expressed his enthusiasm for this collaboration: “The demands placed on those responsible for information and IT security are growing and changing dynamically. As an association of the CISO profession, the CISO Alliance addresses these diverse professional challenges. We are delighted about the partnership with it-sa and the it-sa Expo & Congress.”
The it-sa Expo & Congress, recognized worldwide as the leading platform for industry-specific IT solutions, brings together experts from the fields of data protection and IT security in Nuremberg, Germany. Frank Venjakob, Managing Director of it-sa, expressed optimism about the partnership, stating, “We are delighted to be working with the CISO Alliance and are confident that this will offer significant added value for professionals in CISO-related fields. it-sa provides a unique platform for all those who have similar responsibilities to a Chief Information Security Officer.”
First Professional Association Joins Forces with it-sa
Under the motto “Qualify, Network, Promote,” the CISO Alliance plans to contribute its expertise through inspiring CISO panels and active participation in the Women in Cybersecurity series at the it-sa Expo & Congress. As the first professional association to join forces with it-sa, the CISO Alliance occupies a special position to further advance cybersecurity.
Recognized globally as the leading IT security trade fair, it-sa Expo & Congress is scheduled to take place both online and on-site in Nuremberg from October 10 to 12, 2023. This partnership heralds a groundbreaking collaboration that aims to shape the future of IT security by leveraging the expertise of the CISO Alliance to take the industry to new heights. In addition to his duties as Head of IT Security and CISO, Ron Kneffel will also represent iBCRM at it-sa and personally present the coveted Resilience Award 2023.
In summary, the partnership between the CISO Alliance and it-sa is a sign of their shared commitment to the further development of IT security. Through the exchange of insights, collaboration, and the pooling of expertise, this partnership aims to pave the way for a more secure digital future. The it-sa Expo & Congress promises to be a hub of innovation and knowledge exchange where cybersecurity professionals can work together to protect our digital world.
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