Syrinx Technologies Podcasts

Application Development in a Web 2.0 World

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 13:00:00

Rajiv Perera is a software entrepreneur and I.T. consultant. He is currently a founding partner of Blue-saki, a software development shop focused on dynamic and highly interactive applications for the Web, iPhone, and Social Network platforms. Rajiv worked for GE for 12 years and was formerly the CTO for Hilb Rogal & Hobbs (HRH). He was responsible for global IT strategy, infrastructure, security, architecture and IT operations for 4,500 employees, 140 branch-office global company. After graduating from the University of Virginia Rajiv worked for the University as a lecture and systems engineer for 4 years.

Ingredients for a Successful Disaster Recovery Plan

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 13:00:00 GMT

Tune into this podcast as Robert Timmons provides his checklist for a successful disaster recovery plan. Robert Timmons started his technology career in Northern VA with Sun Microsystems. He has been in Information Technology for over 11 years. Through his career he has had many roles including Senior Account Representative, Project Manager, Service Manager and Security Support Representative. Presently his role at Sklar Technology Partners is to educate business owners on the matter of data security and how to protect their critical data with technology and training.

Security & Web Facing Applications

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 13:00:00 GMT

This podcast discusses some of the security issues raised when dealing with web-facing applications. Rick Popp, Principal of Argo Strategic Management, has spent the last 25 years in the networking business in sales and marketing management as a client and vendor. From managing a 200 person nationwide sales force to a 7,000 customer ISP/collocation, Rick has always put the concept of leveraging technology first in meeting business objectives efficiently. Argo Strategic Management focuses on the continuous availability of critical applications, regardless of infrastructure, and their related security posture. Argo Strategic Management may be contacted at info@argosm.com.

Different Approaches to SSO

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 13:00:00 GMT

If you enjoyed Mark's first podcast on SSO you won't want to miss this one. Mark Ehr is a twenty-five year information technology industry veteran. His background includes over ten years in software development and fifteen years in a variety of roles including chief technology officer, entrepreneur, strategic IT consultant, industry analyst and a variety of strategic sales and marketing positions. In Mark’s current role as Director of Product Marketing for Ping Identity, he is a member of the strategic team that determines go-to-market strategy for the company’s line of Internet Identity Security products.

Mark resides in Denver, Colorado and holds a Computer Science degree from Metropolitan State College of Denver. You can reach Mark via email at mehr@pingidentity.com.

Story as Brand

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 13:00:00 GMT

This episode features Casey Quinlan, who will give us her thoughts on the topic of telling stories as part of your personal brand. Casey Quinlan, the Mighty Mouth of Mighty Casey Media, works with individuals and enterprises to help them tell the remarkable stories that communicate the value of their brand: in presentations, in print, and on the web.

Effective Network Management Strategies

Tue, 01 Dec 2009 13:00:00 GMT

Bob Relyea discusses strategies to help network engineers effectively manage their networks. Bob has been a member of the greater Richmond IT community for over 12 years. He has served as a network analyst for companies such as CarMax, Capital One and Patient First. From 2002 through 2006 he was a consultant for SyCom Technologies where he developed a passion for building IP networks supporting converged applications. Bob has designed and supported networks in many different vertical markets. He is currently a Systems Engineer at Cisco Systems supporting local commercial clients.

He can be reached at borelyea@cisco.com or relyear@gmail.com.

HIPAA Privacy and Security

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 13:00:00 GMT

This episode by Cathie Brown discusses some of the issues with the HIPAA Privacy and Security rules. Cathie Brown's background includes 2 1/2 years in State Government as the Deputy Chief Information Security Officer for the Commonwealth of Virginia and 18 years in Healthcare IT focusing on Information Security and HIPAA compliance. She is currently building a consulting business to assist organizations with IT Governance. Her certifications include the CGEIT (Certified in Governance of Enterprise IT), PMP (Project Management Professional), CISM (Certified Information Security Manager) and CISSP (Certified Information System Security Professional).

Cathie can be reached at ctbrown@itg-solutions.net or (434) 665-0345.

What’s Wrong with the Federal, State and Local Budget Process

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 13:00:00 GMT

Chuck Renfro, CEO of Thinking CAP Technologies, weighs in on the topic of what's wrong with the current budgeting process. Thinking CAP is a technology consulting and integration company specializing in Virtualization, Thin Client and Virtual Desk Integration (VDI) technology and Backup and Disaster Recovery solutions. Chuck can be reached via email at crenfro@thinkingcaptechnologies.com.

Business Continuity Planning

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 13:00:00 GMT

This podcast focuses on the issue of Business Continuity Planning (BCP). Rick Popp, Principal of Argo Strategic Management, has spent the last 25 years in the networking business in sales and marketing management as a client and vendor. From managing a 200 person nationwide sales force to a 7,000 customer ISP/collocation, Rick has always put the concept of leveraging technology first in meeting business objectives efficiently. Argo Strategic Management focuses on the continuous availability of critical applications, regardless of infrastructure, and their related security posture. Argo Strategic Management may be contacted at info@argosm.com.

Identity Federation and Compliance

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 13:00:00 GMT

If you're interested in Internet SSO check out this podcast. Mark Ehr is a twenty-five year information technology industry veteran. His background includes over ten years in software development and fifteen years in a variety of roles including chief technology officer, entrepreneur, strategic IT consultant, industry analyst and a variety of strategic sales and marketing positions. In Mark’s current role as Director of Product Marketing for Ping Identity, he is a member of the strategic team that determines go-to-market strategy for the company’s line of Internet Identity Security products.

Mark resides in Denver, Colorado and holds a Computer Science degree from Metropolitan State College of Denver. You can reach Mark via email at mehr@pingidentity.com.

Story and Social Media

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 13:00:00 GMT

In this episode Casey Quinlan discusses "Story and Social Media". Casey Quinlan, the Mighty Mouth of Mighty Casey Media, works with individuals and enterprises to help them tell
the remarkable stories that communicate the value of their brand: In presentations, in print, and on the web. Casey has recently started a second company, WellCentrix which provides marketing, communication, IT infrastructure and supply chain services to the health, wellness and fitness industries. "WellCentrix, we put ideas in practice".

Social Networking During a Crisis

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 13:00:00 GMT

In this episode we'll talk with Randy Marchany discussing the impact social media and social networking has when a crisis arises. Randy Marchany is the Director of VA Tech's IT Security Laboratory and the University's Assistant IT Security Officer. He is a co-author of the original SANS Top 10 Internet Threats, the SANS Top 20 Internet Threats and the SANS Consensus Roadmap for Defeating DDoS Attacks. He was a recipient of the SANS Institute's Security Technology Leadership Award for 2000, the VA Governor's Technology Silver Award in 2003 and the EDUCAUSE Excellence in Information Technology Solutions Team Award in 2005.

Contact: Randy Marchany, VA Tech IT Security Office & Lab, 1300 Torgersen Hall, VA Tech, Blacksburg, VA 24061, 540-231-9523, marchany@vt.edu, http://security.vt.edu, www.twitter.com/randymarchany.

Networks for Modern Data Centers

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 13:00:00 GMT

Bob Relyea discusses emerging technologies in the design of modern IT data centers. Bob has been a member of the greater Richmond IT community for over 12 years. He has served as a network analyst for companies such as CarMax, Capital One and Patient First. From 2002 through 2006 he was a consultant for SyCom Technologies where he developed a passion for building IP networks supporting converged applications. Bob has designed and supported networks in many different vertical markets. He is currently a Systems Engineer at Cisco Systems supporting local commercial clients.

He can be reached at borelyea@cisco.com or relyear@gmail.com.

IT Governance using VAL IT

Tue, 06 Oct 2009 13:00:00 GMT

This episode by Cathie Brown discusses the IT framework known as VAL IT. Cathie Brown's background includes 2 1/2 years in State Government as the Deputy Chief Information Security Officer for the Commonwealth of Virginia and 18 years in Healthcare IT focusing on Information Security and HIPAA compliance. She is currently building a consulting business to assist organizations with IT Governance. Her certifications include the CGEIT (Certified in Governance of Enterprise IT), PMP (Project Management Professional), CISM (Certified Information Security Manager) and CISSP (Certified Information System Security Professional).

Cathie can be reached at ctbrown@itg-solutions.net or (434) 665-0345.

Small Companies Working Together as a Team

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 13:00:00 GMT

Chuck Renfro, CEO of Thinking CAP Technologies, weighs in on the topic of how small firms can gain a competitive advantage by partnering with other small firms. Thinking CAP is a technology consulting and integration company specializing in Virtualization, Thin Client and Virtual Desk Integration (VDI) technology and Backup and Disaster Recovery solutions. Chuck can be reached via email at crenfro@thinkingcaptechnologies.com.

SIP Trunking

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 13:00:00 GMT

This podcast will focus on the technology around SIP Trunking. The guest is Mark Williams, Sales Director at PrimeVoice. Mark studied Physics and Electrical Engineering at both University of Virginia (undergrad) and Virginia Tech (graduate). He has 13 years of telecommunications experience working for companies such as Dominion Telecom, BAE, Level 3, and Net Telcos. Mark lives in Richmond with his wife Amy and a 2 month old son named Matthew. Mark can be reached at mwilliams@vabb.com.

Network Security in a University Environment

Tue, 15 Sep 2009 13:00:00 GMT

In this episode we'll hear Randy Marchany discuss Virginia Tech's approach to securing their network resources.
Randy Marchany is the Director of VA Tech's IT Security Laboratory and the University's Assistant IT Security Officer.
He is a co-author of the original SANS Top 10 Internet Threats, the SANS Top 20 Internet Threats and the SANS Consensus Roadmap for Defeating DDoS Attacks. He was a recipient of the SANS Institute's Security Technology Leadership Award for 2000, the VA Governor's Technology Silver Award in 2003 and the EDUCAUSE Excellence in Information Technology Solutions Team Award in 2005.

Contact: Randy Marchany, VA Tech IT Security Office & Lab, 1300 Torgersen Hall, VA Tech, Blacksburg, VA 24061, 540-231-9523, marchany@vt.edu, http://security.vt.edu, www.twitter.com/randymarchany.

Virtualization

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 13:00:00 GMT

In this podcast episode Everett Taylor with Technology Assurance Group gives us his thoughts on the growing area of virtualization.

Information Technology Contracting

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 13:00:00 GMT

This podcast discusses the issues involved with Information Technology Contracting with Lisa Green. Lisa Green is the owner and CEO of Green Technologies, Inc., an IT consulting and staffing company serving clients in the Metro Richmond area. Lisa started her IT company in 1998 in New England and moved to Virginia in 2005. Lisa worked for UNUM Insurance Company for 14 years where she gained a great deal of expertise in the areas of business, Information Technology, research, and finance. Lisa is very creative in effectively meeting the resource needs of any size business or government agency. The Green Technologies web site is www.green-it-tech.com.

Personal Branding

Tue, 25 Aug 2009 13:00:00 GMT

This episode features Casey Quinlan, who will give us her thoughts on the topic of Personal Branding. Casey Quinlan, the Mighty Mouth of Mighty Casey Media, works with individuals and enterprises to help them tell the remarkable stories that communicate the value of their brand: in presentations, in print, and on the web.

What is ITIL?

Tue, 18 Aug 2009 13:00:00 GMT

This episode by Cathie Brown discusses the purpose and function of ITIL. Cathie Brown's background includes 2 1/2 years in State Government as the Deputy Chief Information Security Officer for the Commonwealth of Virginia and 18 years in Healthcare IT focusing on Information Security and HIPAA compliance. She is currently building a consulting business to assist organizations with IT Governance. Her certifications include the CGEIT (Certified in Governance of Enterprise IT), PMP (Project Management Professional), CISM (Certified Information Security Manager) and CISSP (Certified Information System Security Professional).

Cathie can be reached at ctbrown@itg-solutions.net or (434) 665-0345.

Building a CSOC on the Cheap

Tue, 11 Aug 2009 13:00:00 GMT

In this episode we'll hear Randy Marchany discuss how Virginia Tech created a Cybersecurity Security Operations Center using a mixture of open source and commercial tools.
Randy Marchany is the Director of VA Tech's IT Security Laboratory and the University's Assistant IT Security Officer.
He is a co-author of the original SANS Top 10 Internet Threats, the SANS Top 20 Internet Threats and the SANS Consensus Roadmap for Defeating DDoS Attacks. He was a recipient of the SANS Institute's Security Technology Leadership Award for 2000, the VA Governor's Technology Silver Award in 2003 and the EDUCAUSE Excellence in Information Technology Solutions Team Award in 2005.

Contact: Randy Marchany, VA Tech IT Security Office & Lab, 1300 Torgersen Hall, VA Tech, Blacksburg, VA 24061, 540-231-9523, marchany@vt.edu, http://security.vt.edu, www.twitter.com/randymarchany.

Taking Advantage of Social Media

Tue, 04 Aug 2009 13:00:00 GMT

The topic of how to take maximum advantage of Social Media is discussed with Paula Gulak of The Gulak Group. Paula Gulak brings to the airways over 25 years of I.T. sales and marketing experience. Fourteen years ago, she co-founded a very successful Infrastructure company. Last year she launched The Gulak Group, a consulting firm focused on assisting early stage companies with strategic positioning, branding, public relations and business development. Paula, former President and Chair of the Greater Richmond Tech Council as well as board chair of Virginia’s Center of Innovative Technology, has served on multiple public and private boards. She is the recipient of numerous awards including Ernest & Young’s Entrepreneur of the Year/ Virginia, the IBM Leadership Award and the YWCA’s Outstanding Woman in Business.

The Hybrid IT Model

Tue, 28 Jul 2009 13:00:00 GMT

This podcast discusses his approach for managing IT resources. Our guest, Randy Barnett has over 20 years of management and IT experience. He has held positions in a variety of industries including Compact Disc and DVD Manufacturing, Healthcare, Retail and Nuclear Power. Randy is currently the IT Manager and Technical Architect for Brunos Supermarkets in Birmingham, AL. His areas of expertise include infrastructure design, network security and project management. Randy can be reached at randy.barnett43@gmail.com.

Web 2.0

Tue, 21 Jul 2009 13:00:00 GMT

This podcast focuses on the emerging technologies around Web 2.0. Rick Popp, Principal of Argo Strategic Management, has spent the last 25 years in the networking business in sales and marketing management as a client and vendor. From managing a 200 person nationwide sales force to a 7,000 customer ISP/collocation, Rick has always put the concept of leveraging technology first in meeting business objectives efficiently. Argo Strategic Management focuses on the continuous availability of critical applications, regardless of infrastructure, and their related security posture. Argo Strategic Management may be contacted at info@argosm.com.

Virtualization and VDI

Tue, 14 Jul 2009 13:00:00 GMT

This podcast discusses the topic of "Virtualization and VDI". Chuck Renfro, CEO of Thinking CAP Technologies, discusses his thoughts on the issues involved. Thinking CAP is a technology consulting and integration company specializing in Virtualization, Thin Client and Virtual Desk Integration (VDI) technology and Backup and Disaster Recovery solutions. Chuck can be reached via email at crenfro@thinkingcaptechnologies.com.

Presentation Tips & Tricks

Tue, 07 Jul 2009 13:00:00 GMT

Casey Quinlan will provide some helpful ideas on creating more powerful presentations. Casey Quinlan, the Mighty Mouth of Mighty Casey Media, works with individuals and enterprises to help them tell the remarkable stories that communicate the value of their brand: in presentations, in print, and on the web.

Software as a Service (SaaS)

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 13:00:00 GMT

This episode discusses the SaaS IT model with Everett Taylor of Technology Assurance Group.

Behavior-based Network IDS

Tue, 23 Jun 2009 13:00:00 GMT

This podcast will focus on the technology around the Behavior-based Network IDS. The guest is Mark Williams, Technical Sales Director at NetTelcos. Mark studied Physics and Electrical Engineering at both University of Virginia (undergrad) and Virginia Tech (graduate). He has 13 years of telecommunications experience working for companies such as Dominion Telecom, BAE, Level 3, and Net Telcos. Mark lives in Richmond with his wife Amy and a 2 month old son named Matthew.

Personal Branding

Tue, 16 Jun 2009 17:00:00 GMT

The topic of Personal Branding is discussed with Paula Gulak of The Gulak Group. Paula Gulak brings to the airways over 25 years of I.T. sales and marketing experience. Fourteen years ago, she co-founded a very successful Infrastructure company. Last year she launched The Gulak Group, a consulting firm focused on assisting early stage companies with strategic positioning, branding, public relations and business development. Paula, former President and Chair of the Greater Richmond Tech Council as well as board chair of Virginia’s Center of Innovative Technology, has served on multiple public and private boards. She is the recipient of numerous awards including Ernest & Young’s Entrepreneur of the Year/ Virginia, the IBM Leadership Award and the YWCA’s Outstanding Woman in Business.

Voice over IP (VoIP) Security

Tue, 09 Jun 2009 18:15:15 GMT

This podcast discusses security issues with Voice over IP (VoIP) environments. Sandro Gauci, CEO of EnableSecurity, discusses his thoughts on the issues involved. Sandro is the author of EnableSecurity VOIPPACK and the free VoIP security scanning suite SIPVicious (sipvicious.org). You may read his blog at blog.enablesecurity.com and he can be contacted at sandro@enablesecurity.com.

Data Breach Notification Laws

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 13:00:00 GMT

This episode discusses the definition and purpose of Data Breach Notification Laws. The laws as they apply in Virginia and the United States are discussed with Cathie Brown. Cathie Brown's background includes 2 1/2 years in State Government as the Deputy Chief Information Security Officer for the Commonwealth of Virginia and 18 years in Healthcare IT focusing on Information Security and HIPAA compliance. She is currently building a consulting business to assist organizations with IT Governance. Her certifications include the CGEIT (Certified in Governance of Enterprise IT), PMP (Project Management Professional), CISM (Certified Information Security Manager) and CISSP (Certified Information System Security Professional).

Cathie can be reached at ctbrown@itg-solutions.net or (434) 665-0345.

Basic Computer Security

Tue, 26 May 2009 08:00:00 GMT

This episode discusses some of the common issue around computer security for the home user and small business owner. Lisa Green is the owner and CEO of Green Technologies, Inc., an IT consulting and staffing company serving clients in the Metro Richmond area. Lisa started her IT company in 1998 in New England and moved to Virginia in 2005. Lisa worked for UNUM Insurance Company for 14 years where she gained a great deal of expertise in the areas of business, Information Technology, research, and finance. Lisa is very creative in effectively meeting the resource needs of any size business or government agency. The Green Technologies web site is www.green-it-tech.com.

PCI Compliance in Retail Grocery Stores

Tue, 19 May 2009 06:47:55 GMT

This podcast discusses the issues involved when dealing with PCI compliance in retail grocery stores. Our guest, Randy Barnett has over 20 years of management and IT experience. He has held positions in a variety of industries including Compact Disc and DVD Manufacturing, Healthcare, Retail and Nuclear Power. Randy is currently the IT Manager and Technical Architect for Brunos Supermarkets in Birmingham, AL. His areas of expertise include infrastructure design, network security and project management. Randy can be reached at randy.barnett43@gmail.com.

Compliance vs. Security

Tue, 12 May 2009 08:00:00 GMT

This podcast focuses on the question of Compliance vs. Security. Rick Popp, Principal of Argo Strategic Management, has spent the last 25 years in the networking business in sales and marketing management as a client and vendor. From managing a 200 person nationwide sales force to a 7,000 customer ISP/collocation, Rick has always put the concept of leveraging technology first in meeting business objectives efficiently. Argo Strategic Management focuses on the continuous availability of critical applications, regardless of infrastructure, and their related security posture. Argo Strategic Management may be contacted at info@argosm.com.

SAS 70 Type II Audits and Security Implications

Tue, 05 May 2009 09:00:11 GMT

The topic of this podcast is SAS 70 Type II Audits. Mark Williams, Technical Sales Director at NetTelcos, provides some insight into the process of passing this audit. Mark studied Physics and Electrical Engineering at both University of Virginia (undergrad) and Virginia Tech (graduate). He has 13 years of telecommunications experience working for companies such as Dominion Telecom, BAE, Level 3, and Net Telcos. Mark lives in Richmond with his wife Amy and a 2 month old son named Matthew. Mark can be reached via email at testinggravity@yahoo.com.

Go Green!

Tue, 28 Apr 2009 07:00:00 GMT

This podcast discusses the topic of "Going Green". Chuck Renfro, CEO of Thinking CAP Technologies, discusses his thoughts on the issues involved. Thinking CAP is a technology consulting and integration company specializing in Virtualization, Thin Client and Virtual Desk Integration (VDI) technology and Backup and Disaster Recovery solutions. Chuck can be reached via email at crenfro@thinkingcaptechnologies.com.

Web Application Security

Tue, 21 Apr 2009 13:40:12 GMT

This podcast discusses web application security issues including web application firewalls. Sandro Gauci, CEO of EnableSecurity, discusses his thoughts on the issues involved. Sandro is the author of EnableSecurity VOIPPACK and the free VoIP security scanning suite SIPVicious (sipvicious.org). You may read his blog at blog.enablesecurity.com and he can be contacted at sandro@enablesecurity.com.