The 2025 Rocky Mountain CyberSecurity Symposium (RMCS) is set to feature 45Drives, a global leader in high-performance open-source storage and virtualization infrastructure, as a key participant. This event, taking place from June 16–20 at Casper College in Casper, Wyoming, is a pivotal gathering for cybersecurity professionals, educators, and technologists. The participation of 45Drives underscores the critical role of open-source solutions in enhancing cybersecurity measures across various sectors.
Mitch Hall, Chief Architect at 45Drives, will lead a session titled 'Designing Resilient Open-Source Storage Architectures for Security-Conscious Organizations.' This presentation will delve into the utilization of open-source components like Ceph, ZFS, and 45Drives' proprietary software to build secure data environments. The session aims to demonstrate how these technologies can help organizations reduce vulnerabilities, avoid vendor lock-in, and maintain data sovereignty.
Following the presentation, attendees will have the opportunity to engage in an interactive workshop. This hands-on session will showcase the Proxinator VM8 storage server, featuring live demonstrations of Proxmox VE, software-defined networking with OPNsense, and ransomware detection using SnapShield. These practical examples will illustrate the effectiveness of open-source infrastructure in real-world cybersecurity scenarios.
Dr. Doug Milburn, President of 45Drives, emphasized the significance of infrastructure decisions in cybersecurity. He highlighted the advantages of open-source solutions in providing control, customization, and cost-efficiency, enabling organizations to preemptively avoid cyber threats. Dr. Milburn also pointed out the risks associated with proprietary, cloud-based services, advocating for the transparency and security offered by open-source alternatives.
The RMCS 2025 is expected to attract hundreds of professionals from government, defense, education, and private sectors, offering a platform for advancing cybersecurity skills and preparedness. 45Drives' involvement in the symposium reflects its commitment to promoting secure, transparent, and community-driven data infrastructure solutions. This event represents a significant opportunity for professionals to explore innovative approaches to cybersecurity and data management in an increasingly digital world.
