Cyberattacks, ransomware, and operational disruptions are no longer a matter of "if" but "when." The real question is: How fast can your organization recover when it happens?

This session explores a high-impact cyber event scenario, highlighting the challenges organizations face when backup, security, and infrastructure teams are not fully aligned. Key topics include:

  • How the attack spread and why recovery efforts stalled.
  • The critical role of People, Process, and Technology in resiliency.
  • How technology and security stakeholders must work together to recover quickly.
  • Key strategies for rapid recovery, including immutable backups, air-gapped protection, and pre-tested disaster recovery plans.

Attendees will walk away with a new perspective on data resiliency, understanding that true protection isn’t just about backup—it’s about how fast and effectively organizations can recover.

If your organization was attacked tonight, how long would it take to recover?

Rick Byrne

Rick Byrne

Director of Systems Engineering, Veeam Software Canada

Rick Byrne is the Director of Systems Engineering at Veeam Software Canada, leading a team focused on data resiliency, security, and disaster recovery. With over 20 years of experience in IT infrastructure and business continuity, Rick has helped organizations prepare for and recover from cyber incidents by bridging the gap between backup, security, and infrastructure teams. He specializes in helping institutions shift from backup to true data resiliency, ensuring they can recover quickly from disruptions. He frequently shares insights at industry events and webinars, helping technology and security stakeholders build stronger recovery strategies.

Technology Track