HITRUST Collaborate 2024 Keynote—Industry Perspectives: Charting The Path Forward—Innovations in Security and Assurance | A Conversation with Dan Nutkis, Robert Booker, Omar Khawaja, Cliff Baker, and Andrew Hicks | On Location Coverage with Sean Martin

Guests:

Dan Nutkis, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of HITRUST

On LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-nutkis-339b93b/

Robert Booker, Chief Strategy Officer at HITRUST

On LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertbooker/

Omar Khawaja, CISO, Client at Databricks

On LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/smallersecurity/

Cliff Baker, CEO at CORL Technologies

On LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/cliffbaker/

Andrew Hicks, Partner and National HITRUST Practice Lead at Frazier & Deeter

On LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/aehicks2000/

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Hosts:

Sean Martin, Co-Founder at ITSPmagazine [@ITSPmagazine] and Host of Redefining CyberSecurity Podcast [@RedefiningCyber]

On ITSPmagazine | https://www.itspmagazine.com/sean-martin

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Episode Notes

This episode of the On Location series takes place during HITRUST Collaborate 2024 brought together leading figures in cybersecurity to share their experiences and insights. Moderated by Sean Martin, host of the Redefining CyberSecurity Podcast, the panel included Dan Nutkis, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of HITRUST; Robert Booker, Chief Strategy Officer at HITRUST and former Chief Information Security Officer at UnitedHealth Group; Omar Khawaja, CISO, Client at Databricks and former Chief Information Security Officer at Highmark Health; Cliff Baker, CEO at CORL Technologies and Managing Partner at Meditology Services; and Andrew Hicks, Partner and National HITRUST Practice Lead at Frazier & Deeter.

The session kicked off with Sean Martin highlighting the importance of collaboration and conversation within the cybersecurity community. Dan Nutkis reflected on the early beginnings of HITRUST in 2007 and discussed the initial goal of establishing a comprehensive and effective framework for security. Nutkis highlighted the organization's ongoing commitment to continuous improvement and adaptability in addressing security needs.

Omar Khawaja emphasized the need for setting high-security bars and how HITRUST has been instrumental in providing robust frameworks that simplify complex compliance requirements. He shared how Highmark Health leveraged the HITRUST certification to streamline their third-party risk management, ensuring better outcomes with fewer resources. According to Khawaja, HITRUST’s efforts in adapting to market needs and developing new assurance levels like the i1 and e1 have been vital in meeting evolving security demands.

Cliff Baker discussed the innovation driven by HITRUST in the compliance space. Baker stressed the importance of the HITRUST ecosystem, which is designed not only to meet today’s security challenges but to anticipate future needs. The assurance framework and transparency provided by HITRUST have proven essential in building and maintaining trust within the healthcare industry.

Andrew Hicks praised the rigorous QA process that HITRUST employs, which ensures that certified organizations maintain high standards of security. He emphasized how this rigorous process not only helps organizations achieve certification but also transforms their overall approach to cybersecurity.

Robert Booker spoke about the continuous curiosity and commitment required to stay ahead in cybersecurity. He highlighted how HITRUST’s data-driven approach and innovations in areas like AI and continuous monitoring are crucial in maintaining relevance and enhancing security outcomes.

Throughout the discussion, the panelists collectively underscored the importance of a robust, adaptable, and comprehensive security framework. HITRUST's continuous innovation and commitment to addressing real-world security challenges position it as a leader in the industry. The collaborative efforts of HITRUST and its community not only improve organizational security but also strengthen the overall reliability of the healthcare system.

As HITRUST continues to evolve and introduce new initiatives, it remains a pivotal player in setting high security and compliance standards. The insights shared during this episode of On Location provide a glimpse into the future of cybersecurity and the ongoing efforts to safeguard sensitive data in the healthcare sector.Be sure to follow our Coverage Journey and subscribe to our podcasts!

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