Session #6: Practical Third-Party Risk Approaches that go beyond compliance
Presented by SMUD
1:15 PM - 2:00 PMThu
East Flex
Speakers
Steve Kustin
Director of IT Infrastructure Platform Services & Interim Director of Cybersecurity
SMUD
Event Sponsors
SMUD
Serving Sacramento for over 75 years We provide over 1.5 million customers with reliable electricity at affordable rates.
Cyber third‑party risk is rising fast as geopolitical tension, complex supply chains, and tightly connected IT/OT environments expand the attack surface. This session explores how modern threats exploit vendors, integrators, and cloud and OT platforms—turning small weaknesses into critical failures. Designed for CISOs, CIOs, IT and OT engineers, and vendors, we’ll break down emerging risks, real‑world trends, and the need for continuous, transparent assurance that go above and beyond compliance requirements. In an era where every connection matters, securing critical infrastructure starts with securing your ecosystem. Expected Outcome: Raise awareness on several areas of third party risk that are emerging or growing in complexity. Intended Audience: CISO, CIO, OT & IT Engineers, and Vendors.