The Future of Cybersecurity in Higher Education: A Critical Conversation
Apr 17th, 2025 | 11:00 a.m. ET / 10:00 a.m. CT
Pennie Turgeon
Vice President for IT, CIO & CISO
New York Institute of Technology
Greg Brandenburg
Vice President for Technology & CIO
The University of Mary Hardin-Baylor
Cybersecurity isn’t an option—it’s a necessity. Don’t miss this critical conversation that could shape the future of your institution’s security.
Higher education institutions are under siege. Cyber threats are becoming more sophisticated, targeting sensitive student data, research, and institutional systems. Is your institution prepared for what’s next?
Join us for an exclusive panel discussion featuring top cybersecurity experts from New York Institute of Technology (NYIT) and University of Mary Hardin-Baylor as they dive deep into the most pressing security concerns facing campuses today. Gain actionable insights from institutions leading the way in cybersecurity preparedness—and walk away with strategies you can implement immediately.
The latest cybersecurity threats facing higher education
Proven strategies to protect student data and institutional assets
The role of AI and automation in strengthening cyber defense
Compliance, risk management, and the evolving regulatory landscape
Best practices to create a resilient security culture on campus
KEY SPEAKERS
(Speaker)
Pennie Turgeon
Vice President for IT, CIO & CISO, New York Institute of Technology
Pennie Turgeon, Vice President for Information Technology and CIO/CISO at the New York Institute of Technology, leads strategic IT initiatives to strengthen security, efficiency, and usability. Committed to driving digital transformation, she partners with university stakeholders to enhance academic innovation and operational excellence. Previously, she held leadership positions at Clark University and Worcester Polytechnic Institute.
(Speaker)
Greg Brandenburg
Vice President for Technology & CIO, The University of Mary Hardin-Baylor
Greg Brandenburg is the Vice President for Technology and CIO at the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor. He started in January, 2020 – two months before Covid hit. Prior to UMHB, he was the Executive Director of Enterprise Technology at The University of Texas at Tyler.
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