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Mazu Networks Chief Security Strategist to Present at the Eighth Annual ISSA INFOSEC Forum
CAMBRIDGE, MASS. - May 9, 2006
Who
Charles Kaplan, chief security strategist, Mazu Networks, Inc., the leading provider of behavior-based network security solutions.
What
Kaplan to present at the INFOSEC Forum VIII hosted by the ISSA Central Ohio chapter. His presentation titled “Network Behavior Analysis (NBA) Systems: The New Foundation of Defense-in-Depth” will discuss research conducted by Mazu Networks and the Enterprise Strategy Group regarding how defense-in-depth architectures need to change to address the growing internal network threat.
Kaplan’s presentation will also highlight how NBA systems now form the base of security architectures by providing companies with the network visibility needed to protect critical internal assets and achieve regulatory compliance through enhanced auditing controls. Furthermore, the presentation will discuss how NBA systems, working in concert with perimeter and end-point security, can close security gaps and form a complete defense-in-depth strategy.
The INFOSEC Forum is an all-day semi-annual regional security event geared to encourage community building and networking to help the community of professionals who deal with any aspect of information security. Attendees include a cross-section of industry, government and academia, many being members of such associations as Information Systems Security Association (ISSA), InfraGard, Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA) and others.
Where
Buckeye Hall O' Fame Café
Columbus, Ohio
When
Kaplan will present on Wednesday, May 17, 2006 from 11:00 a.m.–11:45 a.m. EDT.
Speaker Biography
Charles Kaplan, chief security strategist, Mazu Networks
As chief security strategist at Mazu Networks, Charles Kaplan provides strategic guidance and support for the company’s engineering, marketing and sales teams. Drawing from 15 years of information security experience, Kaplan has participated in the development of security programs at more than 1,000 companies and is a recognized expert at architecting, implementing, maintaining and managing effective and balanced security programs.
Previously, Kaplan was the chief information security officer for VeriSign Managed Security Services (MSS), where he served as a thought leader, strategist and evangelist for the organization. In his role, Kaplan provided subject matter expertise and direction internally as well as customer facing security guidance to the company’s top MSS clients. Kaplan has served as an extension to the IT teams of many Future 1000 enterprises, helping them to develop long term information security strategies.
Kaplan has also founded several successful companies including: Cenetrix, developers of network threat prevention systems; norSEC, a highly successful pioneer in the now established Managed Security Service Provider (MSSP) space; and Xevo, a fast-growing Internet software company devoted to the Application Service Provider industry.
As a recognized thought leader in the security space, Kaplan has been frequently quoted in the press on a range of security topics. He is also a noted speaker for numerous events and audiences, including IS Associates, TechTarget, UNIX Expo, Internet Expo, Internet World, the Pentagon, the FBI and universities.
About Mazu Networks, Inc.
Mazu Networks provides behavior-based network security solutions that analyze network traffic and behavior to operate enterprise networks more securely. Mazu Networks’ offerings include Mazu Profiler™ - a Network Behavior Analysis (NBA) system that provides internal network visibility and protection and eases the IT burden of compliance and Mazu Enforcer™ - a perimeter security solution that detects and mitigates denial-of-service attacks. Mazu Networks is backed by premier venture capital firms, including Greylock Partners, Matrix Partners, Pilot House Ventures Group and StarVest Partners. Symantec Corporation also is an investor in the company. Mazu Networks is an IBM Business Partner. Headquartered in Cambridge, Mass., Mazu Networks also has locations in New York, San Francisco and Washington, D.C. For more information, please visit www.mazunetworks.com.
About the ISSA Central Ohio Chapter
The Central Ohio chapter of the Information Security Systems Association (ISSA) is geared to enhance the professional growth of its members through education, training and networking. The organization supports the goal of its national association and promotes management practices that ensure the availability, confidentiality and integrity of information resources. Its membership is diverse in level of seniority and represents various business sectors. The ISSA Central Ohio chapter also holds monthly programs, quarterly technical training, bi-annual InfoSec Forums in the fall and spring, as well as bi-annual CISSP prep courses. For more information, please visit http://centralohioissa.com.