CXO Xchange Welcomes Scott Sadlocha, CyCognito and Cloudflare!
Scott Sadlocha
Scott Sadlocha is United Wholesale Mortgage’s Chief Information Security Officer. In this role, Scott leads UWM’s highly skilled Information Security team and is responsible for the cybersecurity efforts that protect critical borrower data at the nation’s largest wholesale mortgage lender, while also ensuring the overall resiliency and maturity of the security program.
Scott’s experience in the technology industry includes 12 years in mortgage and financial services, as well as 14 years in the automotive industry, where he has served in varying technical and leadership roles across the technology and security spectrums. Scott is a member of the Evanta Detroit CISO Community Governing Body, a member of the CISO ExecNet Advisory Council, a Board Member of CXO Xchange, and is active in a number of information security communities and groups. He is a graduate of Wayne State University with a degree in Information Systems Management, holds a number of certifications, including CISSP, and is a veteran of the U.S. Army.
CyCognito
Session Title: Demystifying External Exposure Management
Abstract: Organizations increasingly recognize that unmanaged or under-managed, exposed assets represent the path of least resistance for attackers to execute successful attacks. Yet, the typical G2K organization is unaware of between one to two-thirds of exposed assets. Moreover, these assets, which may include business-critical web apps with PII data, are rarely, if ever, tested for security vulnerabilities. The combination of unknown exposed assets and inadequate testing with the reality of siloed security programs is a perfect storm that creates a gaping hole that Gartner suggests organizations address as part of an External Exposure Management program. Join this session to learn more about the state of exposure management, its key challenges, and effective solutions.
Sean Blenkhorn | Chief Customer Officer at CyCognito
Sean Blenkhorn is responsible for the customer journey from pre-sales to post-sales. Sean has been in the cybersecurity industry for more than 20 years leading teams across GTM (go-to-market) including sales (sales engineering), customer experience, product, and consulting services. Most recently Sean led global Sales Engineering for Axonius and held multiple executive roles at eSentire as Chief Product Officer, Field CTO, and VP, Sales Engineering. Prior to his work in the vendor space, Sean spent nearly a decade consulting with Fortune 100/500 companies, helping to establish and build highly successful cybersecurity programs and the integration of core technologies such as endpoint security, encryption, data loss prevention (DLP), and security information and event management (SIEM).
Cloudflare
Oren Falkowitz | Board of Directors at Area 1 Security by Cloudflare
Oren Falkowitz is a visionary entrepreneur and cybersecurity expert with a distinguished career dedicated to enhancing digital security. Before entering the private sector, he held senior positions at the National Security Agency (NSA) and United States Cyber Command (USCYBERCOM), focusing on computer network operations and big data analytics. In 2013, leveraging his extensive experience, Oren co-founded Area 1 Security, aiming to proactively combat phishing attacks and bolster organizational defenses.
Beyond cybersecurity, Oren’s entrepreneurial spirit led him to co-found Area 2 Farms, an innovative indoor vertical farming venture in Arlington, Virginia. This initiative brings fresh, locally grown produce to urban communities, reflecting his commitment to sustainability and community well-being. Oren’s diverse endeavors highlight his dedication to leveraging technology for positive societal impact, from securing digital landscapes to revolutionizing urban agriculture. Cloudflare is a field CTO with expertise in email security.
Oren Falkowitz is a cybersecurity expert, entrepreneur, and former NSA official. He co-founded and served as CEO of Area 1 Security, a company focused on cybersecurity solutions, which was later acquired by Cloudflare. His work at the NSA involved high-level security clearance and cutting-edge projects in computer network operations, data analytics, and public policy.