The local network is no more. Neither is the corporate firewall. Users are not only working from the office but also remotely, meaning the network we utilize has quickly become the internet, leaving devices and data vulnerable to cyber threats. But how do we monitor this new, expanded network?
Rob Allen, Chief Product Officer at ThreatLocker, joins Business Security Weekly to discuss how the dissolution of the business perimeter makes network access controls essential to protect your devices and, by extension, your data. Network Access Control helps protect business assets whether employees are in the office or remote. ThreatLocker Network Control provides a direct connection between the client and server, as opposed to a VPN that goes through a central point.
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Rob Allen is a highly regarded IT expert with over 20 years of experience in the field. Throughout his career, he has shaped the narrative on how businesses can embrace technology to drive innovation while mitigating cyber risks. With a career rooted in technical field as a system administrator, technician, and engineer, Allen’s hands-on background uniquely positions him to bridge the gap between technical execution and business strategy.
Throughout his career, Allen has been a trusted advisor to small and medium-sized businesses while also supporting large enterprises, gaining invaluable insights into their distinct security and operational challenges. This extensive experience has cemented his reputation as a leading expert in cybersecurity and endpoint resilience.
Since joining ThreatLocker in 2021 as VP of Operations for EMEA, Allen played a pivotal role in driving the company’s regional growth through his deep technical acumen and focus on customer success. Now serving as ThreatLocker Chief Product Officer, Allen is at the forefront of developing groundbreaking Zero Trust security solutions that empower businesses to operate confidently in an increasingly hostile cyber environment.
Recognized as a trailblazer in Zero Trust endpoint protection, Allen has been instrumental in championing a “deny-by-default, allow-by-exception” philosophy to harden endpoints and networks. Allen’s thought leadership and practical insights have made him one of the most sought-after voices in the field of Zero Trust endpoint protection.
