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PKWARE® to Present at FAA IT/ISS Partnership & Training Conference

Milwaukee, WI (March 29, 2010) – PKWARE®, a leading provider of file-based, data-centric security solutions, today announced that several company representatives will be speaking and conducting training workshops at the FAA IT/ISS Partnership & Training Conference March 29 – April 2, 2010 in Orlando, FL.

Presentations by PKWARE representatives will focus on data security with an emphasis on meeting FIPS 140-2 requirements, secure data exchange across multiple operating systems and encrypting files with HSPD-12 mandated smart cards and tokens. SecureZIP® for Windows® desktop training workshops will present tips and shortcuts for protecting Personally Identifiable Information (PII) and encrypting sensitive files, emails and email attachments.

Jeff Cherrington, Vice President of Product Management for PKWARE, will be presenting three sessions at the conference: “Cross-Platform Secure Data Exchange;” “Fundamentals of Protecting PII and Encrypting Files with your HSPD-12 Credentials” and “HSPD-12: Maximizing Your Investments in PIV & CAC through Alternative Uses.”

Steve Roberts and Tabish Tanzeem, Solutions Engineers for PKWARE, will be leading three training workshops on “Tips & Shortcuts for using SecureZIP for Windows Desktop.” The instructors will discuss passphrase vs. digital certificate encryption, SecureZIP and Microsoft Office integration and general tips about encryption techniques.

PKWARE provides the only data-centric security solution using file-based compression and encryption that enables FIPS 140-2 across all major enterprise computing platforms (i.e., mainframe, midrange, server, desktop).

In March of 2009, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded an enterprise software license and maintenance agreement to PKWARE for SecureZIP on 50,000 Microsoft Windows desktops at the FAA.

About the FAA IT/ISS Partnership & Training Conference
PKWARE is exhibiting in booth #227 at the 2010 FAA IT/ISS Partnership & Training Conference. www.share.org.

The FAA IT/ISS Partnership & Training Conference is the premier annual meeting of IT/ISS personnel from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the Department of Transportation (DOT). It focuses on the future of information systems security and information technology, as well as new initiatives within the federal government. The FAA IT/ISS Partnership & Training Conference promotes communication and collaboration opportunities to develop a common IT/ISS strategy throughout the DOT and FAA. For more information, please visit: https://itissconference.faa.gov/

About PKWARE
As the inventor and continuing innovator of the ZIP standard, PKWARE, Inc. is a global technology leader known around the world as the expert in data compression and file management. With the launch of SecureZIP in 2005, PKWARE successfully entered the data security marketplace, combining ZIP compression and strong encryption to deliver a data-centric security solution. Today, SecureZIP and PKZIP are used by over 200 government agencies and 30,000 corporate entities, including 90% of the Fortune 100. Organizations in financial services, banking, government, healthcare, and retail use PKWARE solutions daily to protect sensitive data, meet compliance requirements, avoid liability risk, and reduce their overall costs and operational overhead. PKWARE, a privately held company, was founded in 1986 and is based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin; additional offices are located in New York, Ohio and the United Kingdom.

To learn more about PKWARE and how they have helped thousands of organizations solve their data security and file management challenges, please visit www.pkware.com.

Media Contact:

Eric Lien VP of Marketing
Phone: 414.289.9788 x1190
Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

©2010 PKWARE, Inc. All rights reserved. PKWARE, PKZIP, SecureZIP, and SecureZIP Mail Gateway are trademarks or registered trademarks in the U.S.A. and other countries. Any other trademarks are used for identification purposes only and remain the property of their respective owners.

 

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Data-Centric Security and Enterprise Encryption Experts to Present at SHARE 2010

PKWARE® Experts Highlight Options for Securing Data Efficiently on IBM z/OS® Hardware with IBM® Integrated Cryptographic Services Facility (ICSF)

San Francisco, CA (March 1, 2010) – PKWARE data-centric security and enterprise encryption experts will present “Experiences with Advanced System z® Cryptographic Key Protection in z/OS ICSF,” during the SHARE 2010 conference. The presentation will focus on various options for organizations wishing to secure data efficiently on IBM System z/OS hardware. Cryptographic keys used for encryption/decryption, digital signing, and authentication can be employed differently on IBM System z hardware depending on the requirements of the crypto operations.

Who: Joe Sturonas, Chief Technology Officer for PKWARE
Mike Stebner, Director of iSeries/zSeries Development for PKWARE
What: “Experiences with Advanced System z Cryptographic Key Protection in z/OS ICSF”
When: Monday, March 15, 2010
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Where: Room 306
Washington State Convention and Trade Center
Seattle, WA
Why: The growing sophistication of external threats, unscrupulous insiders, and increasing regulations have underscored the need for data protection across the enterprise, as well as the extended enterprise.

About SHARE
SHARE is an independent, volunteer-run association providing IBM customers with user-focused education, professional networking, and a forum to influence the information technology industry. Since 1955, SHARE has enabled IT professionals to achieve business results through a combination of credible, relevant programs and peer opportunities. SHARE currently counts more than 2,100 organizations among its active member ranks. The SHARE conference is being held in Seattle, WA at the Washington State Convention and Trade Center from March 14 -18. For more information about SHARE, please visit www.share.org.

About PKWARE, Inc
PKWARE is exhibiting at SHARE 2010 in booth #302. As the inventor and continuing innovator of the ZIP standard, PKWARE, Inc. is a global technology leader known around the world as the expert in data compression and file management. With the launch of SecureZIP in 2005, PKWARE successfully entered the data security marketplace, combining ZIP compression and strong encryption to deliver a data-centric security solution. Today, SecureZIP and PKZIP are used by over 200 government agencies and 30,000 corporate entities, including 90% of the Fortune 100. Organizations in financial services, banking, government, healthcare, and retail use PKWARE solutions daily to protect sensitive data, meet compliance requirements, avoid liability risk, and reduce their overall costs and operational overhead. PKWARE, a privately held company, was founded in 1986 and is based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin; additional offices are located in New York, Ohio and the United Kingdom.

To learn more about PKWARE and how they have helped thousands of organizations solve their data security and file management challenges, please visit www.pkware.com.

Press Contacts:

For PKWARE:
Ann Krauss
Marketing Communications Director
PKWARE, Inc.
Phone: 414.908.2977
Cell: 520.331.2327
Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Twitter: ann_krauss

©2010 PKWARE, Inc. All rights reserved. PKWARE, PKZIP, SecureZIP, and SecureZIP Mail Gateway are trademarks or registered trademarks in the U.S.A. and other countries. Any other trademarks are used for identification purposes only and remain the property of their respective owners.

 

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Data Leakage Prevention and Enterprise Encryption Experts to Present at RSA® Conference 2010

PKWARE® and Fidelis Security Systems Reveal Integrated Content-Aware Encryption Solution for Addressing Increasing Compliance Requirements and Proactive Protection of Sensitive Information

San Francisco, CA (March 1, 2010) – In light of recent concerns over achieving compliance without compromising data security, PKWARE and Fidelis Security Systems will present “Better Encryption Through Chemistry: Blending Encryption and Content Awareness,” in PKWARE booth #2045 during the RSA Conference 2010. The presentation will focus on how their new joint content-aware encryption solution enables automatic detection and encryption of sensitive information contained in email messages and email attachments.

Who: Ross Harmsen, VP of Business Development for PKWARE
Kurt Bertone, VP of Strategic Alliances for Fidelis Security Systems
What: “Better Encryption through Chemistry: Blending Encryption and Content Awareness”

PKWARE and Fidelis Security Systems have developed a joint content-aware encryption solution which helps organizations safeguard valuable digital assets and address increasing regulatory compliance requirements for protecting Personally Identifiable Information (PII).

This presentation will reveal how the new content-aware encryption solution can accomplish the identification and protection of sensitive information within the enterprise, while adhering to corporate security policies.
When: Wednesday, March 3, 2010
11:30 am - 12:00 pm
Where: PKWARE Booth #2045
RSA Conference 2010
Moscone Center
San Francisco, CA
Why: As seen in the news on a regular basis, data leaks are one of the most harmful risks an enterprise can experience. The implications of digital asset loss, whether customer PII or valued intellectual property, can have significant negative impact including compliance violations, financial repercussions, negative branding and public image, and loss of customer trust.

About RSA Conference
RSA Conference helps drive the global information security agenda with annual events in the U.S., Europe, and Japan. Throughout its 19-year history, RSA Conference consistently attracts the best in the field, creating opportunities to learn about information security’s most important issues through face-to-face and online interactions with peers, luminaries and emerging and established companies. More information on events, online programming, and the most up-to-date news pertaining to the information security industry can be found at www.rsaconference.com.

About Fidelis Security Systems
Since 2002, Fidelis Security Systems has given global enterprises the power to prevent data leakage while solving their biggest data leakage challenges—safeguarding intellectual property and identity information, complying with government and industry privacy regulations, and enabling visibility into and control over their networks. Built on a patented deep session inspection™ platform, the Fidelis Extrusion Prevention System®, Fidelis XPS™, is the industry's only next-generation data leakage prevention solution with the power to deliver comprehensive prevention, complete control, and the lowest total cost-of-ownership to stop data leakage on multi-gigabit-speed networks. To learn more about why organizations choose Fidelis XPS to protect their brand, intellectual property, and resources, visit www.fidelissecurity.com.

About PKWARE
As the inventor and continuing innovator of the ZIP standard, PKWARE, Inc. is a global technology leader known around the world as the expert in data compression and file management. With the launch of SecureZIP in 2005, PKWARE successfully entered the data security marketplace, combining ZIP compression and strong encryption to deliver a data-centric security solution. Today, SecureZIP and PKZIP are used by over 200 government agencies and 30,000 corporate entities, including 90% of the Fortune 100. Organizations in financial services, banking, government, healthcare, and retail use PKWARE solutions daily to protect sensitive data, meet compliance requirements, avoid liability risk, and reduce their overall costs and operational overhead.  PKWARE, a privately held company, was founded in 1986 and is based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin; additional offices are located in New York, Ohio and the United Kingdom.  To learn more about PKWARE and how they have helped thousands of organizations solve their data security and file management challenges, please visit www.pkware.com.

Press Contacts:
For Fidelis Security Systems:
John Jordan
Principor Communications
(202) 595-9008 x63
This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

For PKWARE:
Ann Krauss
Marketing Communications Director                              
PKWARE, Inc.                                                              
Phone: 414.908.2977                                                    
Cell: 520.331.2327
Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Twitter: ann_krauss

©2010 PKWARE, Inc. All rights reserved. PKWARE, PKZIP, SecureZIP, and SecureZIP Mail Gateway are trademarks or registered trademarks in the U.S.A. and other countries. Any other trademarks are used for identification purposes only and remain the property of their respective owners.

 

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