Anti-Cast: Oil, Circuits, & Cheese – An Additive Model of Failure with Jennifer Shannon

The Swiss cheese model, developed in 1990 by James Reason, is based on the idea that errors can never be eliminated entirely due to complex systems but are instead “layered” like slices of swiss cheese. This model has become a well-known concept in the field of risk management that highlights how multiple layers of defense can fail, leading to a catastrophic outcome. This model aims to provide information to decision-makers to help them reduce the chances of incidents occurring. It is crucial to keep in mind that all safety measures within an organization are linked, and by implementing appropriate policies and standards, risk can be minimized. So how can we apply this model to cybersecurity, where multiple layers of security can be breached during a compromise? This talk will explore how the Swiss cheese model can be used to understand the vulnerabilities and cybersecurity risks posed to organizations. We will also examine how the layers of defense, including people, processes, and technology, can fail and lead to a breach.

Jennifer is a senior security consultant at Secure Ideas with a background in malware analysis, penetration testing, and teaching. An avid computer geek for most of her life, she began her journey in cybersecurity as a SOC Analyst, where she showed an aptitude for penetration testing and malware analysis. Her background as “blue team” uniquely prepared her for guiding clients through remediation and contextualizing findings for their environment.

She graduated with honors from Florida State College at Jacksonville’s networking program. While pursuing her degree, she dedicated time to teaching computing skills to underrepresented minorities. Jennifer continues to be passionate about teaching and is eager to share her knowledge with anyone who will listen.

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