Season 1: Episode 4

Identity Matters with Dmitri Alperovitch, Co-Founder and Chairman, Silverado Policy Accelerator

In this episode of Identity Matters, SailPoint CEO Mark McClain and Silverado Policy Accelerator Co-Founder and Chairman Dmitri Alperovitch examined the state of cybersecurity in the face of new technological advances.

Dmitri discusses the new role of cybersecurity as the frontline of conflict, and why it will never be as simple as solving one issue, because new tools, techniques, and technologies like social engineering and AI are continually emerging for security teams and attackers alike. He underscores the need for organizations to be resilient, with plans to rebuild quickly following attacks.

This episode examines the evolving threat and identity landscapes, and why the role and definition of identity within cybersecurity are shifting. Dmitri shares his sharp observations about the latest approaches to cyberattacks and examples of rebuilding after a breach. Whether you’re a seasoned cybersecurity veteran or new to the industry, you won’t want to miss this.

Featured speakers
Mark McClain
Mark McClainCEO and FounderSailPoint

In his role as CEO and Founder of SailPoint, Mark brings almost 35 years of experience in technology. Under Mark's direction, SailPoint has become the leader in identity security for the modern enterprise with over 2K employees worldwide, operating in 37 countries. In 2022, SailPoint was acquired by Thoma Bravo, a leading software investment firm, in an all-cash transaction valued at approximately $6.9 billion. Mark directs and drives the overall vision and strategy for SailPoint, which is underpinned by his passion for building top-performing teams, creating a collaborative and innovative work environment, and focusing continuously on the needs of customers.

Dmitri Alperovitch
Dmitri AlperovitchCo-Founder and ChairmanSilverado Policy Accelerator

Dmitri Alperovitch is the Co-Founder and Chairman of Silverado Policy Accelerator, a non-profit focused on advancing American prosperity and global leadership in the 21st century and beyond. He is a Co-Founder and former CTO of CrowdStrike Inc., a leading cybersecurity company.

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Date: January 22, 2025Duration: 27 mins 4 sec
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