
Event Speakers

Derek Thomas is the Senior Director of the Threat Response Unit at eSentire, where he strategically oversees threat hunting, detection engineering, and threat intelligence. With a solid decade at eSentire, Derek has built a career rooted in advancing cybersecurity technologies and methodologies. His expertise spans across developing and implementing comprehensive MDR services and leading large-scale security investigations. Derek focuses on translating complex technical concepts into strategic insights that helps to drive positive security outcomes. Legend has it that Derek learned to read at a young age by reviewing Windows event logs.


Dr. Dustin Sachs is the Chief Technologist and Sr. Director of Programs at CyberRisk Collaborative. He is a highly accomplished cybersecurity professional with a proven track record in risk management, compliance, incident response, and threat mitigation. He is CISSP-certified and holds a Doctor of Computer Science (DCS) degree in Cybersecurity and Information Assurance. Dr. Sachs has worked in various industries, including public utilities, food distribution, and oil and gas. He is a respected thought leader in the cybersecurity community.