Lunch and Learn @ Maggiano's - May 15, 2025

Join us for a panel discussion on:

"It’s Not If, It’s When: Embedding Resilience, Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery into Security"

Abstract: Cyberattacks and disruptions are inevitable—how prepared is your organization? Join our expert panel as they explore the essential elements of Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery (BC/DR) in building cyber resilience. Learn best practices for minimizing downtime, automating recovery processes, and overcoming common challenges like cultural resistance. Through real-world examples and actionable insights, this session will help you strengthen your BC/DR strategies and ensure your organization is ready for the unexpected.

Sponsored By:

Moderator: Jonathan "Jon" Arcilla

Jon is a seasoned technology and cybersecurity leader with expertise in software development, IT infrastructure, and strategic operations. He has led over 35 IT consolidations, driven cloud migrations, and responded to nation-state cyberattacks. His work spans ITSM, ISO 27001, NIST CSF, HIPAA, and DevSecOps, with a strong focus on business continuity and regulatory compliance. Currently a cybersecurity practitioner at a Dallas law firm, Jon enables secure, resilient operations through strategic risk management and digital transformation.

Panelist: Todd Virnoche Data Solution Architect, IBM

Todd Virnoche is a highly experienced systems architect who integrates hybrid and multi-cloud solutions using smarter, next-gen infrastructures. His proven experience, architectural reputation, and technical prowess provide powerful data solutions to the IT marketplace. Todd strives to provide business-centric solutions using the customer's vision and his proven ability to create and deliver significant business value.

IBM

Todd joined a large technology company in 1993 as an independent IT consultant and has since operated within numerous facets of the IT industry, with lead positions in development, engineering, technical sales. His technical and sales experience enable channel partners to provide storage, networking, storage virtualization, and next-generation solid state storage solutions focused on customer business needs, providing for growth across North America and Canada.

Panelist: Robert Armstrong, Owner of Mathan Cyber Security, LLC

Robert Armstrong is an Army Combat Veteran and Cybersecurity Executive. With more than 25 years of professional experience in Information Security and Cyber Security, Robert has developed both technical and leadership skill sets that set him apart. A recent graduate of Texas A&M University School of Law's Masters of Legal Studies in Cyber Security Law & Policy program, Robert has an uncanny ability to translate between cyber, business, and legal frames of reference, making him uniquely qualified to assist senior business leaders and legal professionals in understanding the real risks behind cyber issues and eliciting cost-effective solutions to reduce that risk. Robert is married and a proud father to five kids.

Panelist: Taylor Meadows, Founder & CEO, Change Captain

Taylor Meadows is an auditor-turned-entrepreneur who spent years watching companies struggle with manual compliance, delayed audits, and missed tax savings. Determined to fix it, he founded Change Captain — a patented SaaS platform that automates SDLC compliance, Cap Labor reporting, and R&D tax credit capture.

Thanks To Our Sponsors:

Please Note:

• Registration is required prior to the event - seats are limited!
• Non-Member Tickets are reserved for current and aspiring IT and Cybersecurity Professionals.
• Sales folks, if interested in attending, you must speak with our sponsorship director, Kevin Haft (khaft@ntxissa.org) or obtain membership.
• Cash is not accepted at the event
• You must be a member of the Cybersecurity Industry to attend