Beyond the basics: Rethinking cybersecurity posture in healthcare
February 7, 2025
In this episode of Shaping Healthcare, host Laurel Rockall is joined by Vipin Varma, Senior Vice President and Head of Cybersecurity Practice at CitiusTech, and Sai Venkataraman, Co-Founder and CEO of Discern Security, to discuss critical strategies for strengthening healthcare cybersecurity.
They explore ransomware threats, security automation, and the role of AI in improving cybersecurity posture.
In this episode of Shaping Healthcare, host Laurel Rockall welcomes two cybersecurity experts: Vipin Varma, Senior Vice President and Head of Cybersecurity Practice at CitiusTech, and Sai Venkataraman, Co-Founder and CEO of Discern Security, for an in-depth discussion on protecting healthcare organizations in the digital age.
Join them as they:
- Delve into the current state of healthcare cybersecurity
- Explore the impact of ransomware on healthcare organizations
- Discuss strategies for implementing effective security controls
- Examine the role of AI and automation in cybersecurity
- Consider the balance between compliance and security measures
- Analyze the importance of cybermesh in improving security posture
Vipin Varma brings over 28 years of experience in cybersecurity to his role as Senior Vice President and Head of Cybersecurity Practice at CitiusTech. With a distinguished background that includes service in the Indian Army and leadership positions at major corporations, Vipin leads initiatives to protect critical healthcare information and develop comprehensive cybersecurity strategies.
Sai Venkataraman, as Co-Founder and CEO of Discern Security, brings deep expertise in security automation and AI-driven solutions. His work focuses on helping healthcare organizations improve their security posture through innovative technology and strategic implementation of security controls.
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