WEI Tech Talk Podcast

In this episode, Fortinet's George Magee offers insight on how organizations can enhance the Fortinet Security Fabric and protect against IoT threats using Fortinet's Network Access Control solution, FortiNAC. You will get a hands-on learning experience about FortiNAC and how it can secure IoT by enabling network visibility to see and identify every device and user. Listeners will:

Who should listen?

Technical staff in server, security, networking, operating system, or storage roles.

The content for this episode was recorded in November 2024.

Are you ready to transform your network security strategy? Join WEI's Terry Dever for an in-depth, vendor-agnostic exploration of Secure Access Service Edge (SASE). In this exclusive session, Terry draws from decades of hands-on experience, offering a no-nonsense breakdown of SASE principles and how they can revolutionize your enterprise network.

What You’ll Learn:

- Simplifying Network Complexity: How SASE streamlines traditional backhauling, reduces latency, and improves user experience.

- Enhancing Security with Zero Trust: A deep dive into Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) 2.0, including best practices for secure application delivery.

- Real-World Use Cases: Discover how companies are replacing outdated VPNs, integrating SD-WAN, and achieving seamless, secure connectivity across global sites.

Key Takeaways:

- Vendor-Agnostic Insights: No product pitches, just practical guidance on what to look for when evaluating SASE solutions.

- Actionable Strategies: How to implement SASE for immediate improvements in security and network performance.

- Expert Advice: Terry’s tips for navigating the complexities of hybrid work environments, mobile security, and evolving threat landscapes.

Don’t miss this chance to gain expert knowledge from one of the leading voices in network security. The content for this production was recorded in November 2024.

In this podcast, listeners will explore the critical role of apprenticeships in bridging the cybersecurity talent gap. Featuring insights from Greg Palmer (Director of Technical Resourcing at WEI) and Jeff Cassidy (Cybersecurity Operations Center Manager at CyberTrust Massachusetts), the discussion highlights how apprenticeships provide hands-on experience, cultivate diverse talent, and help participants acquire specialized skills essential to cybersecurity roles. This approach is positioned as a solution to the talent shortage that the cybersecurity industry faces, making the field more accessible to those early in their careers.

In his return the the WEI podcast, Cassidy emphasizes the structured learning pathway provided by apprenticeships, detailing how real-world training in operational security can accelerate readiness for full-time cybersecurity roles. He also notes that apprenticeships foster practical knowledge that traditional education pathways often lack, making apprentices well-suited to handle modern cyber challenges from day one. Apprenticeships not only enhance technical skills but also provide opportunities for apprentices to engage directly with cybersecurity frameworks, regulatory compliance, and incident response.

The podcast also addresses the diversity benefits of apprenticeships, as they attract candidates from varied backgrounds who bring fresh perspectives to cybersecurity strategies. By focusing on cultivating a skilled and diverse workforce, WEI and CyberTrust Massachusetts aim to set a new standard in the cybersecurity field, helping companies meet evolving security needs while reducing entry barriers for underrepresented groups.

Join WEI and Island for this technical webinar that explores how Island's Enterprise Browser solution is the ideal browser solution for your organization. Find out how it gives organizations complete control, visibility, and governance over the last mile while delivering the same smooth Chromium-based browser experience users expect, boosting both security and productivity.

During this webinar you will learn more about the benefits of an enterprise browser across multiple stakeholders and the impact that can be felt across the organization, from security admins to end users. 

WEI welcomed the nation’s top minds in cybersecurity for an exclusive roundtable discussion focused on how organizations can adjust their cyber strategy and respond to modern day threats. The full video recording is available in the link below. 

Former U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine Marie Yovanovitch touched on the broader tactics and strategic motivations of nation-state adversaries as enterprises at home navigate their digital transformation during an uncertain geopolitical period. Yovanovitch was joined by Palo Alto Networks Unit 42TM Chief Technology Officer, Michael Sikorski, and N2K Chief Security Officer and Chief Analyst at The CyberWire, Rick Howard.

To access video of the full two-hour event, visit https://youtu.be/dDBzMSnqW0c

The content for this episode was recorded in June 2024. Special thanks goes to event sponsors Palo Alto Networks, Abnormal Security, Infoblox, and Ordr.

Join us for a quick discussion around the next-generation firewall capabilities of Palo Alto Networks, powered by machine learning (ML). WEI Lead Network Security Engineer, Richard Cross, explains why reactive security can’t keep up with today’s threats – or prepare you for tomorrow. This overview comes just before a planned Palo Alto Ultimate Test Drive exercise.

Palo Alto Networks has changed the game by making network security intelligent and proactive. Driven by innovation, their award-winning security features the world’s first ML-Powered NGFW and empowers you to stay ahead. If you currently serve as head of IT infrastructure or as a network security architect/engineer, this podcast is just for you.

The content for this episode was recorded in June 2024.

In today's cloud-driven world, ensuring meaningful security for an AWS environment is paramount for IT security leaders and the end users they protect. WEI Senior Cloud Architect & Strategist Keith Lafaso presents on this important topic as he unveils the essential best practices to safeguard your cloud infrastructure. The longtime cloud computing and solutions architect offers insight on best practices including identity and access management (IAM) and understanding the AWS Shared Responsibility Model and its implications for your security posture.

The content for this episode was recorded in June 2024.

Are you interested in learning how to secure your hybrid workforce by closing security gaps and simplifying operations? If so, this podcast is just for you! Listen as Fortinet Systems Engineer George Magee discusses Fortinet’s single-vendor SASE solution, which is designed to seamlessly integrate essential networking and security technologies, delivered via the cloud. This ensures secure access for the hybrid workforce and safeguarding applications and data on any cloud. This conversation focuses on market trends, use cases, and enabling technologies as it came just before a scheduled Fortinet SASE workshop coordinated by WEI. The episode begins with WEI’s Mark DeCicco offering a high level overview of WEI’s potent cybersecurity practice before giving the main stage to George.

The content for this production was recorded in June 2024.

Is your campus IT ready for what's next? Can you quickly adapt to an ever¬changing technology landscape - and rapidly shifting expectations? Get ready for a paradigm shift in data infrastructure. With HPE Alletra solutions, you can shed the complexity and silos inherent in conventional hybrid cloud environments and seamlessly run any app without compromise from edge to cloud, with a cloud experience for every workload.

Watch the podcast with WEI, Hewlett Packard Enterprise, and award-winning journalist and acclaimed author Anya Kamenetz to discover how data modernization can help:

Listen to the podcast now and learn how to simplify data management with secure storage solutions like HPE GreenLake for Private Cloud Business Edition - pairing HPE Alletra storage with HPE ProLiant Gen 11 servers, powered by 5th Generation Intel® Xeon® Scalable processors.

The content for this podcast was recorded in May 2024.

In this episode, the WEI Tech Talk Podcast welcomes WEI Senior Architect and Virtualization Ambassador Mark Gabryjelski. Mark has been practicing VMware since 2000 and is VCDX #23. Known as "Gabs" around the industry, he is one of the first non-VMware employees to have earned the certification.

Today's episode will explain what the VCDX certification is and why it elevates WEI as an IT solutions provider. Mark also explains what his journey was like in earning his certification and how the program has evolved over the past several years.

The content for this episode was recorded in January 2024.