DNS is a critical component to all technology running on an enterprise network. Whether it is IT infrastructure, a corporate server, a desktop, a laptop, a POS system, external devices connected to a guest network or even unmanaged devices, such as smart phones or any other connected “thing,” they all use DNS to communicate internally and externally. The pervasiveness of DNS, and the wealth of data generated by it, provides tremendous internal and external visibility into the network that can help manage ever-increasing levels of risk.
Scott Penney has been immersed in security technologies and strategies for the last 20 years. His focus has always been on balancing the needs of a dynamic business with the realities of risk mitigation in our connected world. Over his career, Scott has worked with some of the largest companies in the world, such as AT&T, to help define security architectures that make sense – delivering real improvements in overall security posture without over-committing resources. Scott’s current focus is driving new and innovative security solutions for BlueCat, using the power and ubiquity of DNS to identify, assess, and take action on emerging security threats before they have time to manifest.