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Sathyapriyan Govindan

Regional Manager, ManageEngine

Sathyapriyan Govindan

Identity Security Strategist, ManageEngine

An IT Security Trainer and Senior Technical Consultant at ManageEngine specializing in SIEM, he brings deep expertise in cloud security, hybrid Active Directory, and the evolving SIEM landscape.

He helps organizations build secure, compliant, and resilient infrastructures aligned with business objectives, combining strategic insight with hands-on execution to strengthen security operations and effectively navigate today’s cybersecurity challenges.

Karthick Seetharaman

Regional Head, ManageEngine

Karthick Seetharaman

Technical Evangelist of SIEM, ManageEngine

With over a decade of experience in Identity and Access Management, Karthick Seetharaman is a Regional Manager and Technical Consultant at ManageEngine, specializing in enterprise IAM transformation and cybersecurity. He has worked across industries including banking, manufacturing, government, and healthcare, helping organizations strengthen identity governance, automate access lifecycles, and improve security and compliance.

His expertise spans AD360, identity governance, cloud security, compliance, auditing, and SIEM integrations, with a strong focus on making identity a central pillar of modern cyber defense.

Alan de Waal-Smit

Head of Sales (ITR Technology)

Alan de Waal-Smit

Head of Sales (ITR Technology)

Alan de Waal-Smit is a strategic IT leader with over 20 years of experience across software, ERP, and infrastructure management. As Head of Sales at ITR Technology (ManageEngine South Africa), he focuses on aligning enterprise organisations with the right IT strategies and solutions.

Alan is known for building long-term partnerships grounded in trust, insight, and service excellence. With deep product expertise and a strong understanding of business requirements, he helps institutions simplify IT, strengthen operations, and deliver measurable impact.

David Cox

Regional Account Manager – Cape Town (ITR Technology)

David Cox

Regional Account Manager – Cape Town (ITR Technology)

With more than 29 years in the IT industry, David has built extensive experience across system integrators, distributors, and leading OEMs. He's worked with organisations of all sizes, helping them solve complex IT challenges and get more value from their technology investments. Known for his practical, no-nonsense approach, David cuts through the technical jargon to focus on what really matters, connecting the dots across your IT environment, simplifying operations, and helping organisations get the most out of their ManageEngine solutions. His sessions are packed with actionable insights, real-world experience, and advice you can put into practice straight away.

Herman Pooe

Regional Account Manager - Public Sector (ITR Technology)

Herman Pooe

Regional Account Manager - Public Sector (ITR Technology)

Herman Pooe is a Regional Account Manager at ITR Technology with extensive experience in business development and enterprise IT solutions across the public sector. With expertise in cloud computing, data analytics, AI, and enterprise software, Herman works closely with organisations to align technology solutions with their business objectives. His practical, customer-focused approach helps businesses simplify complex IT challenges and maximise the value of their technology investments.

Rodney de Koch

IT Executive

Rodney de Koch

IT Executive

Rodney de Koch is a senior executive with 27+ years leading digital transformation for governments and global technology firms including IBM, Oracle, and Microsoft. Former CIO at DIRCO, he led IT for 127 South African embassies and consulates worldwide.

Today, Rodney advises C-suites and boards across Africa, Europe, and the Middle East on cybersecurity, multi-cloud strategy, AI enablement, and customer experience. He is a facilitator of Brainstorm's CIO Roundtables, Board Member at UJ, Chairman of the ICT Advisory Board at Rhodes University, and Mentor through the UJ-MIT VMS Program. Rodney speaks on turning complex technology into measurable business growth.

AGENDA

#ShieldNxG2026

Sep 22 Durban
Sept 29 Nelspruit
Oct 01 Polokwane
Oct 06 Bloemfontein
Oct 08 Johannesburg

8:30 - 9:30 AM

Welcome and Networking Breakfast

9:30 - 9:45 AM

Introduction to ManageEngine and ITR

9:45 - 10:15 AM

Keynote by Industry expert

10:15 - 10:55 AM

Improve your identity security posture: Continuous assessment and hardening with ManageEngine AD360

The identity security gaps attackers exploit most
Reactive vs. proactive: Where does your strategy stand?
Getting full visibility into your identity security posture
Closing security gaps at the source with a stronger identity lifecycle
Deploying phishing-resistant MFA that actually stops breaches
Five practical steps to continuous identity security hardening

10:55 - 11:15 AM

Identity at the center: End-to-end orchestration between AD360 and the ManageEngine ecosystem

11:15 - 11:30 AM

Coffee Break

11:30 - 12:10 PM

Securing Active Directory and sensitive data in the age of cyberthreats.

12:10 - 12:30 PM

Beyond the hype: Practical lessons from 2025’s cyberattacks and data breaches

2025 Reality Checks ( rise in attacks like identity thefts, agentic AI, deepfakes, ransomware changes etc.,)
Why Traditional Defences Fail (The Data Deluge and Rule Fatigue for SOC)
Identity Is the New Perimeter: From Breaking In to Logging In
Log360 Pitch: UEBA and Identity Threat Detection
Incorporation of AI in Defence and Investigation
Noise Is a “Vulnerability” Not Just Inconvenience
Alert Noise Reduction in Log360 Through Object Filtering and AI Investigation
Integration > Orchestration
Siloed Tools (SIEM, EDR, CASB) Creating Blind Spots at the Edges
Log360 - Unified Security Platform Approach With Integration Pitch

12:30 - 1:30 PM

From Silos to Synergy: Achieving 360° Visibility into Security with the ManageEngine Stack Integration

1:30 Onwards

Networking Lunch and certification

8:30 - 9:30 AM

Welcome and Networking Breakfast

9:30 - 9:45 AM

Introduction to ManageEngine and ITR

9:45 - 10:15 AM

Keynote by Industry expert

10:15 - 10:55 AM

Improve your identity security posture: Continuous assessment and hardening with ManageEngine AD360

The identity security gaps attackers exploit most
Reactive vs. proactive: Where does your strategy stand?
Getting full visibility into your identity security posture
Closing security gaps at the source with a stronger identity lifecycle
Deploying phishing-resistant MFA that actually stops breaches
Five practical steps to continuous identity security hardening

10:55 - 11:15 AM

Identity at the center: End-to-end orchestration between AD360 and the ManageEngine ecosystem

11:15 - 11:30 AM

Coffee Break

11:30 - 12:10 PM

Securing Active Directory and sensitive data in the age of cyberthreats.

12:10 - 12:30 PM

Beyond the hype: Practical lessons from 2025’s cyberattacks and data breaches

2025 Reality Checks ( rise in attacks like identity thefts, agentic AI, deepfakes, ransomware changes etc.,)
Why Traditional Defences Fail (The Data Deluge and Rule Fatigue for SOC)
Identity Is the New Perimeter: From Breaking In to Logging In
Log360 Pitch: UEBA and Identity Threat Detection
Incorporation of AI in Defence and Investigation
Noise Is a “Vulnerability” Not Just Inconvenience
Alert Noise Reduction in Log360 Through Object Filtering and AI Investigation
Integration > Orchestration
Siloed Tools (SIEM, EDR, CASB) Creating Blind Spots at the Edges
Log360 - Unified Security Platform Approach With Integration Pitch

12:30 - 1:30 PM

From Silos to Synergy: Achieving 360° Visibility into Security with the ManageEngine Stack Integration

1:30 Onwards

Networking Lunch and certification

8:30 - 9:30 AM

Welcome and Networking Breakfast

9:30 - 9:45 AM

Introduction to ManageEngine and ITR

9:45 - 10:15 AM

Keynote by Industry expert

10:15 - 10:55 AM

Improve your identity security posture: Continuous assessment and hardening with ManageEngine AD360

The identity security gaps attackers exploit most
Reactive vs. proactive: Where does your strategy stand?
Getting full visibility into your identity security posture
Closing security gaps at the source with a stronger identity lifecycle
Deploying phishing-resistant MFA that actually stops breaches
Five practical steps to continuous identity security hardening

10:55 - 11:15 AM

Identity at the center: End-to-end orchestration between AD360 and the ManageEngine ecosystem

11:15 - 11:30 AM

Coffee Break

11:30 - 12:10 PM

Securing Active Directory and sensitive data in the age of cyberthreats.

12:10 - 12:30 PM

Beyond the hype: Practical lessons from 2025’s cyberattacks and data breaches

2025 Reality Checks ( rise in attacks like identity thefts, agentic AI, deepfakes, ransomware changes etc.,)
Why Traditional Defences Fail (The Data Deluge and Rule Fatigue for SOC)
Identity Is the New Perimeter: From Breaking In to Logging In
Log360 Pitch: UEBA and Identity Threat Detection
Incorporation of AI in Defence and Investigation
Noise Is a “Vulnerability” Not Just Inconvenience
Alert Noise Reduction in Log360 Through Object Filtering and AI Investigation
Integration > Orchestration
Siloed Tools (SIEM, EDR, CASB) Creating Blind Spots at the Edges
Log360 - Unified Security Platform Approach With Integration Pitch

12:30 - 1:30 PM

From Silos to Synergy: Achieving 360° Visibility into Security with the ManageEngine Stack Integration

1:30 Onwards

Networking Lunch and certification

8:30 - 9:30 AM

Welcome and Networking Breakfast

9:30 - 9:45 AM

Introduction to ManageEngine and ITR

9:45 - 10:15 AM

Keynote by Industry expert

10:15 - 10:55 AM

Improve your identity security posture: Continuous assessment and hardening with ManageEngine AD360

The identity security gaps attackers exploit most
Reactive vs. proactive: Where does your strategy stand?
Getting full visibility into your identity security posture
Closing security gaps at the source with a stronger identity lifecycle
Deploying phishing-resistant MFA that actually stops breaches
Five practical steps to continuous identity security hardening

10:55 - 11:15 AM

Identity at the center: End-to-end orchestration between AD360 and the ManageEngine ecosystem

11:15 - 11:30 AM

Coffee Break

11:30 - 12:10 PM

Securing Active Directory and sensitive data in the age of cyberthreats.

12:10 - 12:30 PM

Beyond the hype: Practical lessons from 2025’s cyberattacks and data breaches

2025 Reality Checks ( rise in attacks like identity thefts, agentic AI, deepfakes, ransomware changes etc.,)
Why Traditional Defences Fail (The Data Deluge and Rule Fatigue for SOC)
Identity Is the New Perimeter: From Breaking In to Logging In
Log360 Pitch: UEBA and Identity Threat Detection
Incorporation of AI in Defence and Investigation
Noise Is a “Vulnerability” Not Just Inconvenience
Alert Noise Reduction in Log360 Through Object Filtering and AI Investigation
Integration > Orchestration
Siloed Tools (SIEM, EDR, CASB) Creating Blind Spots at the Edges
Log360 - Unified Security Platform Approach With Integration Pitch

12:30 - 1:30 PM

From Silos to Synergy: Achieving 360° Visibility into Security with the ManageEngine Stack Integration

1:30 Onwards

Networking Lunch and certification

8:30 - 9:30 AM

Welcome and Networking Breakfast

9:30 - 9:45 AM

Introduction to ManageEngine and ITR

9:45 - 10:15 AM

Keynote by Industry expert

10:15 - 10:55 AM

Improve your identity security posture: Continuous assessment and hardening with ManageEngine AD360

The identity security gaps attackers exploit most
Reactive vs. proactive: Where does your strategy stand?
Getting full visibility into your identity security posture
Closing security gaps at the source with a stronger identity lifecycle
Deploying phishing-resistant MFA that actually stops breaches
Five practical steps to continuous identity security hardening

10:55 - 11:15 AM

Identity at the center: End-to-end orchestration between AD360 and the ManageEngine ecosystem

11:15 - 11:30 AM

Coffee Break

11:30 - 12:10 PM

Securing Active Directory and sensitive data in the age of cyberthreats.

12:10 - 12:30 PM

Beyond the hype: Practical lessons from 2025’s cyberattacks and data breaches

2025 Reality Checks ( rise in attacks like identity thefts, agentic AI, deepfakes, ransomware changes etc.,)
Why Traditional Defences Fail (The Data Deluge and Rule Fatigue for SOC)
Identity Is the New Perimeter: From Breaking In to Logging In
Log360 Pitch: UEBA and Identity Threat Detection
Incorporation of AI in Defence and Investigation
Noise Is a “Vulnerability” Not Just Inconvenience
Alert Noise Reduction in Log360 Through Object Filtering and AI Investigation
Integration > Orchestration
Siloed Tools (SIEM, EDR, CASB) Creating Blind Spots at the Edges
Log360 - Unified Security Platform Approach With Integration Pitch