In this engaging conversation, industry experts discuss the value of mainframes, the importance of cybersecurity, and how businesses can benefit from implementing mainframe technology in a secure manner. Join Sean Martin, Phil Buckellew, and Cynthia Overby as they explore real-world use cases, share valuable insights, and discuss innovative solutions to modernize and secure mainframe infrastructures. They also discuss the importance of not only focusing on the technical aspect of mainframes but also understanding the business operations and end-user needs.

Cynthia Overby shares an experience she had with a client who believed that securing their mainframe would prevent access to their customers. She emphasizes the importance of finding a balance between security and accessibility. Automated tools and the zero-trust framework are crucial in achieving this balance.

Phil Buckellew highlights the value that Cynthia's team brings to Rocket Software due to their deep and extensive experience in mainframe security. KRI and Rocket Software, together, strive to make security a part of everything they do, ensuring transparency and seamless integration. The pair also discuss the challenges and benefits of migrations to and from mainframe environments.

Phil explains that the value of mainframes lies in their continuity, scalability, and high availability. These factors make them attractive to businesses that prioritize secure and reliable transaction processing. Cynthia adds that mainframes can offer better security and efficiency than other platforms, which is evident from their continued growth in the marketplace.

Tune in to this insightful episode of Redefining CyberSecurity and learn how to empower your business with security and innovation in the new age of mainframes. Don't miss out – listen now!

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Guests:

Cynthia Overby, President & Co-Founder at Key Resources, Inc. [@KeyResourcesInc ]

On Linkedin | https://www.linkedin.com/in/cynthia-overby-41110a3/

Phil Buckellew, President, Infrastructure Modernization BU at Rocket Software [@rocket ]

On Linkedin | https://www.linkedin.com/in/phil-buckellew/

On Twitter | https://twitter.com/Buckellew

Resources

Catch the video and podcast version of this conversation: www.itspmagazine.com/their-stories/the-mainframe-advantage-robust-security-meets-infrastructure-modernization-a-rocket-software-and-kri-security-story-with-phil-buckellew-and-cynthia-overby

Learn more about Rocket Software and their offering: https://itspm.ag/keyresources-2876

Mainframe Modernization and Cybersecurity: https://itspm.ag/kri-secs4m

Podcast: The Humans In The Mainframe | Common Misunderstandings In Mainframe Security Management | A Key Resources Story With Ray Overby

Podcast: When Failure Is Not An Option, Organizations Turn To The Mainframe — Incorporating Mainframes Into Your Zero Trust Architecture | A Key Resources Story With Cynthia Overby

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