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Featured Presentation
Guest Speaker: Kanye McGladrey, CISSP
Keynote Speaker, Author of the GRC Maturity Model, CISO, Senior IEEE Member
Website: kaynemcgladrey
Topic: Advancing Compliance with the GRC Maturity Model: A Roadmap for Cybersecurity Leaders
Organizations face increasing regulatory, contractual, and legal compliance requirements, yet many struggle with fragmented processes and reactive approaches. The Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) Maturity Model provides a structured framework to assess and enhance compliance programs, aligning them with strategic business objectives.
Join us for an insightful session as Kanye McGladrey guides cybersecurity professionals through the four levels of GRC maturity - traditional, initial, advanced, and optimal - illustrating how each stage impacts risk management and operational efficiency. Attendees will learn how to evaluate their organization's current maturity level, identify gaps, and implement targeted improvements to streamline compliance efforts.
Whether an organization is starting to formalize compliance processes or aiming for an optimized, risk-based approach, attendees will gain actionable insights to drive meaningful improvements.
Bio: Kanye McGladrey, CISSP- is a keynote speaker, field CISO for Hyperproof, senior IEEE member, and author of the GRC Maturity Model. With nearly three decades of experience in cybersecurity, he has helped organizations navigate the intersection of governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) to build more secure and resilient businesses. His work focuses on enabling CISOs, internal audit teams, and executives to align cybersecurity and business goals, communicate effectively with boards, and proactively address evolving global regulations.
Mr. McGladrey has spoken at events like Gartner IT Security & Risk, RSA, ISACA GRC, and the ISC2 Congress. His presentations are nuanced, accessible, and actionable, offering attendees practical guidance on current cybersecurity challenges and opportunities. Throughout his career, he has advised Fortune 500 and Global 1000 companies, leveraging his ability to bridge the gap between business and technology. He is passionate about reducing organizational friction, improving GRC maturity, and inspiring underrepresented communities to pursue cybersecurity careers.
Agenda
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6:00 – 6:05 PM: Announcement from our Sponsor
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6:06 – 7:30 PM: Advancing Compliance with the GRC Maturity Model - Presented by (Guest Speaker - Kayne McGladrey, CISSP)
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7:30 – 8:00 PM: Chapter Meeting Updates - Presented by (Chapter President - Gail Murray, CISSP)
**Participation in this session qualifies for up to 2 Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credits for active ISC2 credential holders who are members of the ISC2 AJ Chapter. Members are eligible to access exclusive content on our website.**
Venue sponsored by: Amentum
Special conditions
Important Notes
Date: Thursday, July 31, 2025
Time: 6:00 – 8:00 PM (EST)
Location: Hybrid - Virtual Attendees Only (Zoom link will be provided in your email confirmation) After registering on our website, you'll receive a confirmation email with a link to complete your Zoom pre-registration. Please click that link to secure your access to the virtual event. Please use the same email that you pre-registered with on Zoom to join the event.
In - Person Attendees - Address - HUB Spot Conference Center, 6724 Alexander Bell Drive, Suite 105, Columbia, MD 21046
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Both members and non-members are welcome
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Save your event registration confirmation email (contains Zoom details)
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Attendance form will be available near the end of the meeting. CPEs will only be submitted for active ISC2 AJ Chapter members who hold active ISC2 credentials and complete the required attendance form (shared during the meeting)
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To receive CPE credit, you must attend the full (virtual or in-person) meeting
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HUB Spot Conference Center, 6724 Alexander Bell Drive, Suite 105, Columbia, Maryland, United States, 21046