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Feb. 8, 2024

Episode #63. Deepfakes, Identity, and Insider Threats, with Jason Elrod, Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at MultiCare Health System

Episode #63. Deepfakes, Identity, and Insider Threats, with Jason Elrod, Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at MultiCare Health System

Key priorities in healthcare cybersecurity include focusing on identity, access management, and addressing challenges related to AI and deepfakes.

In this episode, Jason Elrod delves into his decade-long expertise in healthcare technology, specifically information security. He discusses the organization's following 24-month priorities, including identity, access management, and challenges related to AI and deepfakes. Jason reflects on his professional achievements by sharing insights on documentation's critical role, his experience with the Imprivata platform, and concerns about insider threats. He offers advice to newcomers in healthcare or cybersecurity.

Tune in to learn how identity, AI, and deepfakes take center stage in the battle for patient data protection!

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About Jason Elrod:

Jason Elrod is a seasoned professional with over 13 years of dedicated experience in healthcare technology, particularly specializing in information security for the past decade. Currently serving as the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at Multicare Health System, Jason is pivotal in steering the organization's cybersecurity strategies. With a background that includes a significant tenure at Sutter Health in California, Jason's expertise lies in addressing the unique challenges within the healthcare sector. He has become a respected figure in the field, emphasizing the crucial intersection of technology and patient care. Jason's passion for the healthcare mission and commitment to making a tangible impact on people's lives during their most vulnerable moments have shaped his career trajectory. His insights into the evolving landscape of healthcare cybersecurity, particularly in areas such as identity management, access control, and the challenges posed by AI and deepfakes, showcase his forward-thinking approach to securing sensitive medical data. Jason Elrod's leadership extends beyond his role as CISO, as he actively contributes to the industry by co-authoring a cybersecurity book, demonstrating his commitment to knowledge sharing and advancing best practices in healthcare security.

Things You’ll Learn:

  • Clear and comprehensive documentation is a critical factor in the success and maturity of cybersecurity programs. 
  • Insider threats, both malicious and accidental, are significant security concerns that can be effectively addressed with training and prevention.
  • AI’s role in cybersecurity is expanding, as it impacts detection, response, recovery, and protection, and yet these AI systems need to be more secure.
  • There is a need to compartmentalize and prioritize efforts and resources for effective threat response in cybersecurity.
  • An intricate balance between technology and patient care is crucial in healthcare cybersecurity, emphasizing the need to secure sensitive medical data while ensuring quality patient outcomes.

Resources:

  • Connect with and follow Jason Elrod on LinkedIn.
  • Follow the Multicare Health System on LinkedIn.
  • Explore the Multicare Health System Website!