Overview

December 18

The momentum around artificial intelligence is undeniable—especially for public agency leaders looking to bring powerful AI development capabilities in-house. But how do you secure these cutting-edge initiatives without stalling innovation?

Join Government Technology and HP for an in-depth conversation about how to make in-house AI development more secure and effective. We’ll explore the importance of safeguarding AI projects, the latest security features integrated into advanced Z by HP Workstations, and the practical steps your team can take to mitigate risk.

In this session, you'll learn:

Securing AI Development: Learn practical ways to manage risks while developing AI tools in-house, keeping your agency’s data and algorithms secure.
Built-In Security for AI Workstations: Discover how Z Workstations like the Z6 G5 integrate advanced security features that protect sensitive data and AI models from the outset.
Step-by-Step AI Security Best Practices: Gain insights into best practices for deploying and managing AI tools in state and local government, from the hardware level to development processes.

Speakers

Stephen Pieraldi

Distinguished Technologist, HP

Stephen Pieraldi is a security expert who works comfortably in hardware and software. Stephen has architected and executed advanced Machine Learning-based detection systems and highly secure mobile to cloud-based hardware protection systems. An internet search will highlight many of Stephen's accomplishments and patents.  His unique capabilities are now being used at HP as a Distinguished Technologist while continuing to teach at U.C. Berkeley.

Jerome Gabryszewski

AI & Data Science Business Development Manager, HP

I am Jerome Gabryszewski, a seasoned professional with an extensive 8-year tenure at HP. Since my graduation from college in 2016, my career has been dedicated to various sales roles within the Inside and Field SLED Mid-Atlantic Team at HP. Before joining the company, I obtained a bachelor’s degree in both Economics & Finance from Fort Lewis College in Colorado and studied at Ostbayerische Technische Hochschule (OTH) in Regensburg, Germany. My upbringing is rooted in a large family, comprising four brothers and three sisters. We spent our childhood on a horse farm in rural Illinois before relocating to New Mexico during my high school years. In addition to my professional pursuits, I am an avid enthusiast of golf, reading, marksmanship, jiu-jitsu, and computer building during my free time.

Russ Nichols — Moderator

Senior Fellow, Center for Digital Government

Russ Nichols’ public service spanned over 32 years and included management and executive positions with the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection, the California State Controller’s Office, and the Employment Development Department. In 2015, Nichols was appointed by Governor Jerry Brown as the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation Chief Information Officer and Director of Enterprise Information Services. While serving at the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, Nichols also served as a board member for the Corrections Technology Association and served as CTA President from 2019 to 2021. In February 2021, Governor Gavin Newsom appointed Nichols Deputy State CIO and Chief Deputy Director at California Department of Technology. Prior to retirement, Nichols also served as Acting State CIO and CDT Director for several months. During his career, Russ won numerous awards including the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation’s 2014 Administrator of the Year, Government Technology’s 2018 CIO of the year, and Government Technology’s 2023 California Public Sector Hall of Fame Award.

Webinar

Building Secure AI: Protecting Your In-House Projects Without Slowing Innovation