Lighthouse to Demonstrate Leading-Edge Cloud-Based Identity and Access Management Solution at Nation’s Largest Cloud Computing Conference
4/7/2010
Cloud security pioneer Eric Z. Maass will present a technical session during the International Cloud Computing Conference and Expo, and participate in the expert panel discussion.
LINCOLN, RI — April 7, 2010 — Lighthouse Security Group is a Bronze Sponsor of the Fifth International Cloud Computing Conference and Expo, to be held April 19-21 at the Jacob Javits Convention Center in New York City. Attendees will have an opportunity to learn about the award-winning Lighthouse Gateway™ cloud-based Identity and Access Management (IAM) solution, which delivers all the benefits of IAM at a fraction of the cost of deploying a conventional on-premise infrastructure.
Technical Session Delivered by Lighthouse Security Group: “Identity and Access Management: Abandoning the Burden by Embracing the Cloud”
http://cloudcomputingexpo.com/event/session/728
Identity and Access Management (IAM) is a complex challenge faced by organizations worldwide, and the introduction of cloud applications threatens to further exacerbate the matter. IAM solutions have recently emerged that use the public cloud to achieve deep cost reductions without diluting performance. Join the Lighthouse Security Group for a discussion on the fundamentals of IAM in your on-premise and cloud-based hybrid application ecosystem.
In his presentation, “Identity and Access Management: Abandoning the Burden by Embracing the Cloud,” Eric Z. Maass, Enterprise Security Solutions Director of the Lighthouse Security Group, will discuss the core challenges that face every organization, such as SSO, Access Controls, Identity Provisioning, and Federation, and will take a deeper look into the components of a comprehensive IAM system. He will specifically address the extension of IAM to the cloud and identity integration with SaaS partners, and share critical information required to achieve powerful ROI while avoiding pitfalls that may compromise your organization's security.
Maass will deliver this presentation in the Demo Theatre at 5:40PM on April 20 as part of Track 4 – The Cloud from All Angles, Session 11.
Find the full presentation schedule here.
Lunchtime Power Panel: “Who’s Doing What (and Where) with Cloud Computing?”
http://cloudcomputingexpo.com/event/session/720
Maass will also participate in the event’s lunchtime power panel discussion at 1:10PM on April 21, as one of several cloud industry experts with perspective on the evolution of cloud computing and how the Cloud ecosystem is constantly evolving.
Exhibit Pavilion: See the Lighthouse Gateway™ Cloud-Based IAM Solution
In the exhibit pavilion at booth # 332, Lighthouse will demonstrate the benefits of moving the IAM infrastructure into the cloud. IAM has become a critical component of today’s security infrastructure due to heightened risks, regulatory compliance and corporate responsibility. However, purchasing, deploying and maintaining a conventional on-premise IAM infrastructure can be costly and complex. Lighthouse Gateway™ is a compliant, industry-leading, open standards-based IAM solution that costs companies 30 percent to 60 percent less than a traditional IAM platform over the first three years of operation. Built on a security model that has been proven in operational use for the U.S. Air Force, Lighthouse Gateway™ is a military-grade security solution made affordable.
“Traditional IAM platforms require significant upfront investments and increase operational costs for staff, maintenance and upgrades,” said Maass. “The cloud-based approach of Lighthouse Gateway™ enables us to deliver a best-of-breed, turnkey IAM solution for a fraction of the conventional cost of ownership. Gateway is not only a prime example of the benefits of cloud computing but a proven solution organizations can leverage today.”
Lighthouse Gateway™ is built on a foundation of technical excellence, utilizing the same robust Tivoli security software proven reliable across the globe.
At the heart of Lighthouse Gateway™ is a fully integrated and optimized blend of security software from IBM Tivoli, the world’s most trusted name in enterprise-class IAM. Tivoli is the technology leader in the IAM market, and has held that position for more than a decade.
Tivoli IAM software administers, secures and monitors identities, roles, and entitlements with efficient lifecycle management, access controls and compliance auditing. Every day, hundreds of millions of users leverage the power of Tivoli IAM to obtain secure access to thousands of applications and services, at thousands of organizations in different industries and business sectors around the world.
“By choosing Lighthouse Gateway™, you are also choosing the innovation, interoperability and version control inherent within the Tivoli security software suite,” said Maass. “Lighthouse Gateway™ is fully backward and forward compatible with existing Tivoli solutions, enabling you to cost-effectively migrate your on-premise Tivoli environment to the Lighthouse Gateway™ platform.”
For more information about Lighthouse Gateway™ and the advantages of cloud-based security services, contact the Lighthouse Security Group at 732-492-3304 or visit www.DiscoverLighthouseGateway.com. Members of the press and IT analysts requesting a private briefing or product demonstration while at the Cloud Computing Conference and Expo should contact Dave Sylvestre at 888-542-8030 x155.
About International Cloud Computing Conference and Expo
More than 5,000 senior technologists and business executives are expected to attend the Cloud Conference and Expo — evidence of the rising popularity of cloud computing. With keynote, general and breakout sessions led by industry experts, the event is designed to provide a wealth of information on the latest issues and trends in cloud computing, along with practical ideas and resources attendees can use to maximize the benefits of cloud computing in their organizations. In addition, the Expo Floor will feature more than 100 sponsors and exhibitors, including Oracle, Microsoft, NaviSite and many other leading vendors. For more information, please visit www.CloudComputingExpo.com.
About Lighthouse Security Group, LLC
Lighthouse Security Group, LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Lighthouse Computer Services, Inc., is a premier provider of Cloud based Identity and Access Management (IAM) services, offering consulting, integration and maintenance services to a wide range of industries, including Financial Services, Healthcare, Retail, Manufacturing, Higher Education, and Department of Defense. Established in 2007, Lighthouse Security Group consists of a team of world-class enterprise IT experts with deep industry knowledge, and accomplished experience with IBM and DoD. With rigorous process-driven engineering and compliance-ready solutions, Lighthouse Security Group solves an enterprise’s security challenges, including: Identity and Access Management (IAM), Service Oriented Architecture Security, Federated IAM, Enterprise Audit and Compliance Management, and Network Perimeter Security.
For more information, please contact:
David Sylvestre
VP Marketing
Lighthouse Computer Services, Inc.
888.542.8030 x155
[email protected]