ISACA Kentuckiana Chapter - 2026 November

Topic:

Discussion on ERP Security & Controls: Reducing Risk in Complex Enterprise Environments along with The Cybersecurity Talent Crisis: Myth vs Reality.

Join David Hodson, Director of Risk & Regulatory at HighspringTechnology Risk, an Internal Audit, and Controls Executive with over 20 years of experience leading enterprise IT risk management, compliance, and controls initiatives across complex, multinational organizations as he delves into the challenges of risk reduction in complex enterprise environments. Additionally, and providing real-world current context into the scene, Elliott Ferrier will provide insights into the (myth?) of the cybersecurity talent crisis.

Bios

David has extensive experience in IT general controls, Sarbanes-Oxley compliance, application security, segregation of duties, access governance, and business process controls and a proven track record of building and leading high-performing teams, developing scalable control frameworks, and leveraging automation and data analytics to improve control effectiveness, monitoring, and operational efficiency. He brings a practical understanding of risk management, regulatory expectations, and the challenges of operating effective controls within large enterprises.

Elliott is a Senior Client Solutions Associate with Vaco by Highspring, specializing in technology talent solutions across Kentucky. With a background in technology staffing and consultative business development, Elliott works closely with IT leaders and organizations navigating workforce challenges across cybersecurity, infrastructure, cloud, data and AI, enterprise systems, and technology leadership. He also studies technology hiring activity across the Commonwealth, using real-world market data to understand how demand for technical skills and changing workforce strategies are shaping Kentucky employers. A University of Kentucky alumnus, Elliott is an active advocate for Kentucky's technology community and enjoys bringing together market intelligence, talent strategy, and practical conversations about how organizations can build the teams and capabilities they need for the future.

Sponsor: ISACA Kentuckiana

Locations:

We would like to thank Dean Dorton for hosting their facilities for our event!

(Option 1) In-Person: Dean Dorton - Louisville

435 N Whittington Pkwy Suite 400, Louisville, KY 40222

(Option 2) In-Person Remote Viewing: : Dean Dorton - Lexington

250 W Main St #1400, Lexington, KY 40507

(Option 3) Remote Viewing: Video Conference link available at checkout. *Note - the actual link to the remote viewing session will be in the ticket emailed from Eventbrite to your Eventbrite registered email, so make sure you retain that email which will have the link to the URL.

Time

The meeting will be from 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Eastern. Lunch will be provided.

RSVP appreciated!

Preregistration is appreciated for us to order the correct amount of food.

CPE Credits

ISACA Kentuckiana members with confirmed attendance of this event are eligible for 1 CPE credit