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Saturday, September 12
 

10:30am CDT

Building the Human Firewall: Why Security Awareness Must Precede the Workplace
Saturday September 12, 2026 10:30am - 11:30am CDT
Swissôtel Chicago
Cybersecurity conversations often begin inside corporate boardrooms and Security Operations Centers but by then, the foundation for risk is already set. In a world where digital native generations are entering the workforce, the strongest "human firewall" must be established long before an employee receives their first corporate login.
This session reframes cybersecurity education as a foundational life skill rather than a purely technical discipline. By shifting the focus from corporate compliance to early digital awareness, organizations can significantly reduce their long-term enterprise risk. We will explore how early exposure to core concepts like digital hygiene, social engineering, and the psychology of trust can create a culture of security that naturally extends into professional environments.
Drawing on practical insights from incident response and governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) frameworks, this talk will demonstrate the direct correlation between proactive digital literacy and a resilient defensive posture. Attendees will leave with a new perspective on training strategies that move beyond "checking the box" and toward a more intuitive, security-first mindset. This session is ideal for security leaders, educators, and anyone interested in the intersection of human behavior and defensive strategy.
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Nousheen Begum

Cybersecurity Leader | GRC & AI Security | CISSP | VP, WiCyS Wisconsin | Board Member, ISACA Milwaukee & ISC2 Wisconsin, WiCyS Wisconsin
Nousheen Begum is a seasoned cybersecurity professional with over 10 years of experience in Security Operations (SOC), Incident Response, and GRC. She holds an M.S. in Cybersecurity from the University of Illinois Springfield and is a CISSP and CEH certified professional. Currently... Read More →
Saturday September 12, 2026 10:30am - 11:30am CDT
Swissôtel Chicago 323 E Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60601, USA
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