This invitation-only Roundtable will be a closed-door discussion of the business challenges of integrating IT and Clinical Engineering to protect cyber-physical systems.
Expert Guest
Skip Sorrels – Subject Matter Expert
Skip is a distinguished cybersecurity professional known for leading robust cybersecurity programs. Armed with a Master of Science in Cybersecurity and Information Assurance, he boasts a unique amalgamation of technical expertise and a solid foundation in healthcare cybersecurity. Skip’s twenty-five-plus-year career trajectory came full circle, beginning in the nursing profession in Texas, where he worked in intensive care, trauma units, and transplant teams.
His fascination with computers and technology eventually led him to Dell, where he made significant contributions to the architecture and solutioning for Department of Defense contracts and military branches. Previously, he served as a Director of Cybersecurity at Ascension Healthcare, one of the nation’s largest nonprofit healthcare providers. At Ascension, Skip spearheaded the establishment of a medical device cybersecurity program, showcasing significant success over a six-year period. This accomplishment catapulted him into broader responsibilities, encompassing the development of cybersecurity programs for Operational Technologies (OT) and delving into the expansive realm of eXtended Internet of Things (XIoT).
Beyond his corporate duties, Skip is a passionate advocate for knowledge sharing, actively participating in webinars, podcasts, and advising cybersecurity startups. His commitment to sharing experiences and knowledge underscores his dedication to advancing the cybersecurity field and fostering the growth of future professionals.
Agenda:
- Introduction of the parties
- Discussion Topics
- Business challenges related to integrating IT and Clinical Engineering
- Have you integrated IT with Clinical Engineering?
- Is the process still ongoing?
- What is your endgame?
- Conclusions
- Networking with Peers