S1 EP. 18 Building a Cyber Resilience Vault with Zerto, Discssions with Zerto Global Field CTO Shariq Aqil

Apr 29 2024 • 32 mins

In this episode, Brad Bussie, Chief Information Security Officer at e360, is joined by Shariq Aqil, Field CTO from Zerto, an HPE company. They delve into the critical topic of building a cyber resilience vault, providing valuable insights into creating robust defenses against cyber threats.

Topics Covered:

Introduction to Cyber Resiliency:
- Definition and importance of cyber resiliency in modern business environments.
- Strategies for achieving cyber resilience, including proactive and reactive measures.
Exploring the Cyber Resiliency Vault Concept:
- Detailed explanation of what a Cyber Resiliency Vault is and the problems it addresses.
- Discussion on how Zerto’s technologies enhance cyber resilience through their innovative vault solutions.
Building a Cyber Resiliency Vault with Zerto:
- The technical and strategic approach to using Zerto for creating a cyber resiliency vault.
- Benefits of integrating Zerto’s solutions into cybersecurity frameworks.

Key Takeaways:

Importance of a comprehensive strategy encompassing prevention, detection, response, and recovery.
Insights into Zerto’s approach to continuous data protection and its impact on minimizing data loss and recovery times.
The role of cyber resiliency vaults in enhancing organizational ability to withstand and recover from cyber incidents.

Mentions & References:

Zerto and e360 partnership
Cyber resilience strategies and technologies discussed in the episode are pivotal for organizations seeking to enhance their security posture.

Time Stamps with Highlights:

[00:02:00-00:04:00] Shariq Aqil’s Background:
Shariq provides an overview of his professional background and his role at Zerto, detailing his experiences at Dell, EMC, and IBM before joining Zerto.

[00:04:00-00:06:00] What is Cyber Resiliency:
Brad elaborates on the concept of cyber resiliency, explaining it as an organization’s ability to maintain critical operations effectively amidst cyber threats.

[00:06:00-00:08:00] The Role of Cyber Resiliency Vaults:
The discussion shifts to the specific function of cyber resiliency vaults, describing how they protect critical data and support quick recovery from cyber incidents.

[00:08:00-00:10:00] Technical Details of Zerto’s Solutions:
Shariq dives into the technical aspects of Zerto’s solutions, focusing on continuous data protection and its advantages over traditional backup solutions.

[00:10:00-00:12:00] Importance of Quick Recovery:
The conversation emphasizes the importance of rapid recovery capabilities in cyber resiliency solutions, highlighting how Zerto’s technology minimizes data loss and recovery times.

[00:12:00-00:14:00] Implementing Zerto’s Cyber Vaults:
Brad and Shariq discuss the implementation of Zerto’s cyber vaults, explaining the process of data replication, scanning for anomalies, and ensuring data immutability.

[00:14:00-00:16:00] Broader Implications of Cyber Attacks:
They discuss the broader impact of cyber attacks on business operations, stressing the need for comprehensive cyber resilience strategies that go beyond immediate recovery.

[00:16:00-00:18:00] Discussion on Cyber Resilience Strategies:
The discussion turns to strategies for enhancing cyber resilience, including the need for a multi-faceted approach that encompasses technology, policies, and people.

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