Data privacy is vital for protecting individuals, maintaining confidentiality, and avoiding the severe risks associated with data breaches, legal repercussions, and reputational harm. The University of British Columbia (UBC) continuously works to protect the personal information of students and employees, and this interactive session will explore the implementation of various tools and processes put in place to keep personal information safe from unauthorized access. Attendees will learn how they can improve the protection of personal information at their institutions.

In this session, we will cover:

  • Overview of the tools and processes used to safeguard personal information
  • The technology, design decisions, and implementation process
  • Technical specifications and resources
  • Risks, challenges, and lessons learned
  • A case study with success stories
  • Next steps

The session will provide an opportunity for attendees to ask questions and provide feedback on UBC’s implementation of data privacy.

Armenak

Armenak Grigoryan

Applications Architect, University of British Columbia

Armenak Grigoryan is from Vancouver, Canada where he works as an Applications Architect at UBC. He has 25+ years of experience with Software Development and Software Architecture with a focus on data privacy. In his spare time, Armenak enjoys developing open source tools, learning new technologies, and reading books.

Sharon Rashtian

Sharon Rashtian

Associate Director, Application Management, University of British Columbia

Sharon Rashtian is an experienced IT professional specializing in Enterprise Application management and delivery within the higher education sector. She has 25 years of industry experience. Seasoned in leading Enterprise Systems operations, driving strategic initiatives, and delivering results. Passionate about leveraging technology and data-driven insights to optimize operational efficiency, enhance security measures, and support organizational growth.

Technology Track