Session: Cracking the code: demystifying API Security
My presentation will talk about:
Understanding Application Programming Interfaces – common types of APIs and API protocols
API Security Breaches in the News
Traditional API Security (Pros and Cons) – Documentation, Testing and Meditation
API Attacks – OWASP API Security Top 10 and Automated Attacks (Credential Stuffing, Scraping)
The Modern Approach to API Security – 10 things you can do now to secure APIs'
Bio
I am a seasoned Cybersecurity professional with over 18 years of experience specializing in governance, risk and compliance. I have worked in various industries including banking manufacturing and IT consulting services. I have helped implement and improve security policies, standards, and practices in my role as a cybersecurity consultant and auditor in firms such as AIB, Infosys, John Deere and Royal Bank of Scotland . I have also conducted audits, assessments, and reviews to ensure compliance with various regulations and frameworks including but not limited to SOX, ISO 27001, NIST CSF, NIST 800-53 Rev 5, PCI DSS, HIPAA, SSAE 18 SOC 1 SOC 2. I have a keen interest in the latest trends and developments in cyber security, and I enjoy sharing my knowledge and experience with others. I am honoured to be a speaker at this conference, and I look forward to engaging with you.