AEP Networks Executive To Chair Discussion on Protecting U.S. Critical Network Infrastructure at InfraGard National Conference

SOMERSET, N.J. – July 28, 2005 – AEP Networks, the specialist in network and application access security, today announced that Margaret Grayson, President of its Government Solutions Group, will moderate an industry expert panel discussion on protecting America's critical network infrastructure at the InfraGard 2005 National Conference on Aug. 9. Founded in 1996, InfraGard is the largest national network of government-vetted private sector experts, who provide a vital link in protecting the nation's infrastructure by serving as subject matter resources to local, state and Federal law enforcement agencies.

Who: Margaret Grayson, President, Government Solutions Group, AEP Networks

When: Aug. 9, 4:00 – 5:30 p.m.

Where:
JW Marriott Hotel Pennsylvania Avenue
1331 Pennsylvania Ave.
Washington DC 2004
(202) 393-2000

What:
InfraGard 2005 National Conference
Cyber Security Track
Panel Discussion:
" Creating a Resilient Nation: Protecting our Critical Network Infrastructure”

Private industry has developed and owns most of the IT infrastructure of the United States, yet the government is responsible for national security. An effective public/private partnership is needed to help assure the security of our cyber assets. With that in mind, the President has established the National Infrastructure Advisory Council (NIAC) to support a coordinated effort by both government and private sector entities to advise him on the security of the information systems supporting the nation's critical infrastructure in key sectors of the economy. This panel session will discuss a number of the crucial issues that the NIAC is examining, with assistance from colleagues across the public and private sectors, including topics such as the "hardening" of the Internet, effective cyber security workforce development, vulnerability scoring and disclosure, and risk management approaches to protection. 

Grayson will moderate a panel discussion of these experts:

• Alfred R. Berkeley III, Chief Executive Officer, Pipeline Trading Systems, LLC
• Albert J. Edmonds, Lt. General , United States Air Force (Retired); Founder, Edmonds Enterprise Services, Inc.
• Andy Ellis, Senior Director of Information Security and Chief Security Architect, Akamai Technologies, Inc.
• William F. Pelgrin, Director, New York State Office of Cyber Security and Critical Infrastructure Coordination (CSCIC)
• Kenneth C. Watson, Senior Manager, Critical Infrastructure Assurance Group (CIAG), Cisco Systems, Inc.

About the InfraGard 2005 National Conference
The InfraGard 2005 National Conference provides a forum for the private sector and federal, state and local government and law enforcement agencies to exchange ideas and best practices related to infrastructure security that can be applied immediately in both private- and public-sector enterprises. With tracks and technical sessions dedicated to cyber security, first responders, drinking water security, computer forensics, maritime and port vulnerabilities and security, regulatory compliance, and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) Systems, this year’s conference provides a wealth of action-oriented information for anyone concerned with infrastructure security protection issues – whether physical or cyber security.

FBI Director Robert Mueller will deliver the keynote address at this year’s conference. Other featured speakers include Former White House Cyber Security Advisor Howard Schmidt; Microsoft CTO David Aucsmith; inspiration for the “Black Hawk Down” book and movie Colonel Danny McKnight; money laundering expert Charles Intriago; and U.S. Coast Guard Rear Admiral R. Dennis Sirois.

About AEP Networks
AEP Networks, the specialist in network and application access security, delivers infrastructure security solutions that are easy to use and manage while offering exceptional value and mission-critical reliability. AEP Networks was formed as a result of the 2004 merger between AEP Systems and Netilla Networks; in June, AEP Networks acquired V-ONE, a pioneer in Internet security. AEP Networks provides a full range of solutions, including identity-based application security gateways, highly secure VPNs, SSL VPNs and cryptographic key management products, to meet the most rigorous requirements of public-sector and commercial customers around the world. A privately held company backed by leading technology investors, AEP Networks is based in Somerset, N.J., with European headquarters in London and a Government Solutions Group in Rockville, Md. Visit www.aepnetworks.com for more information.

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