The convergence of network and security: Protecting the future with SASE

Mark Leahy is an FBI Special Agent assigned to the Dallas field office where he investigates matters related to national security cyber investigations, including advanced persistent threats, nation-state cyber actors, and sophisticated cyber crime. Prior to joining the FBI, Mark worked in cybersecurity consulting. He holds numerous cybersecurity certifications, as well as a degree in information systems and technology. 

The Tech Diva, Nicole Scheffler, has built a reputation as a leader in inspiring, guiding, and equipping women in tech to thrive and rise in a male dominated field. She is a cybersecurity director and has worked at a few of the largest tech firms, but her work expands through two podcasts, four best selling books, and hundreds of talks on tech and empowerment. Nicole is a catalyst to awakening yourself to reach your potential, one bit at a time. Her goal is to spark success by leading and serving. Her methods come from her years of practice as a certified success coach and application as a tech leader.

Mike is the Director of Cybersecurity for SEI Sphere. He is responsible for the evolution of security architecture and services that are essential for clients to maintain their digital fiduciary responsibilities. 

Mike has over 14 years of experience in the security industry across incident response, threat intelligence, ops, and research in prior roles at Deloitte, Accenture, and the Department of Defense. He is a regular Forbes contributor as part of the Forbes Technology Council.