Protecting Critical Defense Infrastructure
Please join us Thursday, October 17, 2-3 p..m. ET for a virtual GovChat with Steve Wallace, Chief Technology Officer at the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA), as we delve into the critical cybersecurity challenges facing the Department of Defense.
The event will focus on cybersecurity and DISA's posture relative to the DoD in protecting critical defense digital infrastructure. This conversation will explore:
> The importance of commercial technology in advancing DISA’s cybersecurity posture and digital capabilities.
> The challenges facing the department as a result of emerging cyber threats.
> Key priorities for DISA as it leads digital transformation across the DoD, including enhancing cybersecurity resilience and accelerating innovation.
This session is a must-attend for startups, industry partners, and government leaders working to address cybersecurity and technology challenges in the federal space. Learn firsthand from one of the DoD’s top technology leaders about how your company can support DISA's mission and contribute to the defense of critical infrastructure.
Meet The Speaker
Stephen M. Wallace is the Defense Information Systems Agency chief technology officer. He also serves as the Emerging Technology Directorate director and focuses on delivering innovative processes, services and capabilities across the agency. The Emerging Technology Directorate develops, executes, prioritizes and collaborates EM-based needs, such as zero trust, 5G, Quantum Resistant Cryptography, and DOD IT Standards.
Previously, Wallace served as the technical director of DISA’s Development and Business Center, where he worked on integrating commercial and government-owned technologies in support of the agency’s emerging technologies. Wallace’s other former roles within DISA include chief of cyber innovation and chief engineer for Department of Defense Enterprise Email.
Prior to joining DISA, Wallace was a government contractor for Computer Sciences Corporation. During this time, he worked to build a variety of enterprise class collaboration, identity management and authentication systems for the federal government.
Wallace has a master's degree in cybersecurity, and a bachelor's in telecommunications, both from Capitol College. He holds a Certified Information Systems Security Professional certification and is a graduate of the Harvard Kennedy School Senior Executive Program.