WWT Experts

WWT Experts

WWT Experts delivers in-depth interviews with some of the foremost thinkers and doers in the industry.

Episodes

April 1, 2025 33 mins

State and local CISOs find themselves holding multiple truths. On the one hand, they must guard against sophisticated cyber threats — think AI-powered deepfakes and metamorphic malware. On the other hand, most attacks still occur because of gaps in basic cyber practices. CISOs must ensure agencies aren't using unsanctioned AI applications, but they also must be seen as AI enablers, not blockers. Join WWT experts and former sta...

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AI holds incredible potential for state and local governments — from expanding access to public programs to personalizing services based on the needs of individuals and families. But innovating citizen experiences with AI requires preparation. For example, data quality, accessibility and ownership must first be solidified, along with security guardrails. Join WWT experts John Evans, Chief Technology Advisor, and Mark Whitworth, Pri...

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Massive investments in IT infrastructure will be needed for the DoD to effectively leverage AI, advanced cybersecurity measures and cloud adoption — all critical to mission readiness. However, these investments must consider talent shortages, technical debt and other operational challenges. Join WWT experts Chris Morgenstern, DoD Consulting Solutions Architect, and Tim Robinson, DoD Principal Solutions Architect, as they discuss mo...

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With cyberattacks against the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) increasing year over year, operators can feel like they’re always behind the eight ball. Join WWT experts Brian Tillett, Public Sector Cybersecurity Director, and Tim Robinson, DoD Principal Solutions Architect, as they explore strategies for staying ahead of adversaries. Learn best practices for implementing proactive threat hunting, leveraging threat intelligence data...

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AI technologies and policies evolve rapidly, presenting challenges for Department of Defense (DoD) agencies looking to accelerate adoption. Fortunately, practical strategies can help. Join WWT experts Scott Paprone, DoD Systems Engineering Manager, and Tim Robinson, DoD Principal Solutions Architect, as they explore best practices for identifying use cases, prototyping solutions, meeting infrastructure requirements, and more.

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The life sciences industry is undergoing a significant shift, with 33 percent of investment dollars expected to go toward AI by 2025. This surge in AI adoption is driving an increased need for high-performance computing (HPC) to power genomics, proteomics and other data-intensive research. In this episode of WWT Experts, Chief Healthcare and Global Life Sciences Advisor Dr. Sanaz Cordes and Technical Solutions Architect Derrick Mon...

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With the processing of massive data sets critical to their business, life sciences organizations have been at the forefront of the AI revolution. But the reality is organizations are just scratching the surface. In this episode of WWT Experts, Dr. Sanaz Cordes, Chief Healthcare and Global Life Sciences Advisor for WWT, and Rory Kelleher, Global Business Development Lead for Healthcare and Life Sciences for NVIDIA, explore how organ...

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From managing complex operational environments to generating invaluable intellectual property, life sciences organizations are prime targets for cyber attacks. In this episode of WWT Experts, Chief Healthcare and Global Life Sciences Advisor Dr. Sanaz Cordes and Security Sales Advisor Scott Pochay discuss how life sciences organizations can navigate the evolving threat landscape. Cordes and Pochay explore the latest trends and impa...

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Federal civilian agencies are turning to cloud to drive innovation and enhance mission delivery. However, the path to successful cloud adoption is often fraught with challenges, from centralized procurement and visibility to navigating the complex Authority to Operate (ATO) process. In this episode of WWT Experts, Federal Civilian Engineering Director Brandon Bulldis and Principal Solutions Architect Ryan Friel discuss how agencies...

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As federal civilian agencies continue to digitize citizen services, security operations teams must protect a greater amount of sensitive data. They must also provide environments where agencies can safely and quickly explore how emerging technologies like AI can enhance citizen services. In this episode of WWT Experts, Federal Civilian Engineering Director Brandon Bulldis and Public Sector Cybersecurity Director Brian Tillett discu...

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As federal civilian agencies grapple with the rapid pace of technological change, modernizing their data center infrastructure has become a critical priority. However, agencies face unique challenges, from budget constraints and staffing shortages to legacy vendor lock-in and the need to balance on-premises and cloud-based resources. In this episode of WWT Experts, Federal Civilian Area Vice President Kevin Pearson and Vice Preside...

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AI holds incredible potential for federal civilian agencies, from personalizing citizen services to optimizing critical infrastructure. But with agencies at varying levels of maturity, the path to AI success is multi-faceted. In this episode of WWT Experts, Federal Civilian Area Vice President Kevin Pearson and Senior Director of WWT's AI Practice Mike Trojecki explore common strategies agencies can use to chart their AI journ...

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Colleges and universities are excited to use AI to enhance experiences for students and faculty, drive staff efficiencies and accelerate research. However, AI implementation can be tricky given the complex and decentralized nature of higher education environments. In this episode of WWT Experts, principal advisor Janet McIllece and chief technology advisor Michael Sink shine a spotlight on some of our higher education clients who a...

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Colleges and universities must maintain robust security controls as a growing number of cyber attackers set their sights on higher education systems and data. At the same time, academic environments must remain open and collaborative for innovation to flourish. In this episode of WWT Experts, Chief Technology Advisor Michael Sink and public sector CISO Bryan Liebert discuss how institutions can balance innovation and cybersecurity.

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The student experience has become a top priority for colleges and universities as they strive to attract, engage and retain the next generation of learners. AI holds tremendous promise to simplify administrative processes for students and provide personalized assistance, but how can higher education institutions turn AI aspirations into real student outcomes? In this episode of WWT Experts, principal advisor Janet McIllece, and for...

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As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to transform industries across the board, higher education institutions are navigating how to leverage AI effectively and responsibly. In this episode of WWT Experts, principal advisor Janet McIllece and chief technology advisor Michael Sink discuss the current state of AI in higher education, examining its overall impact and exploring introductory use cases. 

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As retailers expand into an ever-growing array of digital channels, customers enjoy unprecedented flexibility and convenience. However, this expansion also introduces more layers of complexity when it comes to back-end systems and platforms. 

In this session, our experts explore how to navigate the challenges of disparate data silos that lead to employee confusion and hinder your ability to leverage actionable insights. By...

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Join our experts as they discuss the dynamic and ever-evolving cybersecurity landscape in the retail sector. In this session, we will uncover the most prevalent cyber threats that retailers face today, from sophisticated ransomware attacks to targeted phishing scams, and discuss how these threats have evolved with the advent of new technologies. Discover the profound impact data breaches can have on financial stability, brand reput...

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Staying ahead in retail means embracing cutting-edge technology. Join our experts as they unveil how cloud technology is revolutionizing retail by enhancing customer experience (CX), boosting employee productivity and providing a competitive edge. Discover the secrets behind real-time inventory management, seamless omnichannel strategies and personalized customer experience. You'll learn how to navigate the challenges of cloud...

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Hyperscalers and service providers sit on the front lines of an emerging cyber battlefield, where both allies and adversaries are leveraging AI to gain an advantage. Join WWT Senior Vice President Greg Schoeny and Chief Security Advisor Jason Cook as they talk about how service providers can leverage cloud-native applications, distributed workforces and AI to enhance their business agility and customer experience while ensuring the...

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