Bob Bruns
As Avanade Chief Information & Security Officer, Bob Bruns is responsible for Avanade’s internal enterprise technology and for delivering the technology capabilities that power the company’s people and operations worldwide. In addition, he is responsible for Avanade information security, client data protection, incident management, asset protection, and business continuity programs. As CI&SO, Bob and his teams work with clients to ensure we meet their information security obligations. Previously Bob was Vice President of Infrastructure Services and Global Operations, accountable for delivery of Avanade’s enterprise infrastructure services worldwide, including security, end-user enablement, collaboration, hosting and network services. Earlier in his career, he spent 14 years with Accenture, serving as Director of Unified Communications & Collaboration Services.
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Time to rethink your enterprise security strategy
Learn why a comprehensive security ecosystem supports sustainable working environments, protects supply chain and online commerce and provides hybrid-remote security and compliance at scale.
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CISO: Is now the time to broaden the scope of this important role?
Each enterprise will have unique circumstances that may drive decisions on organizational structure, and while it isn't a one-size-fits-all solution, combining the IT and security organizations has worked well for Avanade.
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Security in the age of acquisitions
Bob Bruns shares Avanade’s top recommendations for improved security in the age of acquisitions.
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Ice or square tires: Balancing security and productivity
Bob Bruns explains how to create strong security systems that keep your people and data safe.
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How to prepare your employees for today's cybersecurity threats
Bob Bruns explains how to implement a cybersecurity program for your employees.
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AI and cybersecurity: Plague or promise?
Bob Bruns explains how artificial intelligence can detect and prevent cyberattacks against people and data.
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GDPR a year later: Five key takeaways and lessons learned
Bob Bruns looks back at the past year with GDPR and shares a few key insights about the experience as well as some practical lessons learned.
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Five tech trends driving cybersecurity in 2019
Bob Bruns shares the 5 things he believes will play a pivotal role in cybersecurity in the coming year.
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