Bedrock Security, a leading data security and management platform, will have a significant presence at Black Hat USA 2025 in Las Vegas, with Chief Security Officer George Gerchow delivering a keynote at the IANS Insights Lunch on rethinking data governance in an AI-driven world. Announced on July 22, 2025, Bedrock’s activities include exclusive networking events, a live podcast, and a unique recovery event, reinforcing its leadership in AI and data security.
George Gerchow to speak on AI data governance at IANS Insights Lunch, August 6, 2025
Bedrock hosts Greylock CXO Networking and Happy AI Hour with Edge Delta
“Cure Your Data Hangover” event offers recovery treatments on August 7
Gerchow joins live podcast at BarCode We Cyber Event, discussing AI and data protection
Bedrock’s metadata lake technology enhances enterprise AI security
Gerchow brings 20+ years of experience from Sumo Logic and VMware
At the IANS Insights Lunch on August 6, 2025, from 12:00–1:30 p.m. PDT in the IANS Suite at The W Las Vegas, Gerchow will present “Rethink Data Governance in an AI World.” He will address the hidden security risks of AI systems, emphasizing the need to shift from static documentation to dynamic data governance as a control surface for AI. “Most organizations are unaware of the security implications of AI systems,” Gerchow noted, drawing on his extensive experience to share practical strategies for securing AI implementations.
Bedrock Security’s Black Hat USA 2025 activities include:
Greylock & Bedrock CXO Networking Event: August 6, 4:30–7:00 p.m. PDT, Four Seasons (Acacia Ballroom), connecting cybersecurity leaders and investors.
Happy AI Hour with Edge Delta: August 6, 6:00–8:00 p.m. PDT, Blue Ribbon Private Dining Room (Cosmopolitan), for security and GRC professionals.
“Cure Your Data Hangover” Recovery Event: August 7, 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. PDT, Mandalay Bay, offering hydration treatments, Bloody Marys, and more.
BarCode We Cyber Event: August 7, 6:00–10:00 p.m. PDT, BarCode Burgers, featuring a live podcast with The Cyber Circus Network on AI, data protection, and XFoundation’s fentanyl awareness efforts.
George Gerchow, Bedrock’s CSO since April 2025, brings over 20 years of experience, including nine years as CSO and SVP of IT at Sumo Logic, where he led the company to FedRAMP Authorization, and as founder of VMware’s Center for Policy & Compliance. A 14-year IANS Research Faculty Advisor, Gerchow also leads XFoundation, a nonprofit focused on fentanyl poisoning awareness. “Joining Bedrock comes at a significant moment for data security, especially as AI reshapes the cybersecurity landscape,” he said.
Bedrock’s metadata lake technology and AI-driven automation provide continuous visibility into data location, sensitivity, and usage, enabling enterprises to manage risks and optimize AI initiatives. Trusted by financial institutions, healthcare providers, and Fortune 1000 companies, Bedrock’s platform, backed by Greylock, supports data security posture management (DSPM) and responsible AI adoption. Its upcoming Model Context Protocol (MCP) Server, set for release in Q2 2025, will standardize secure AI-agent interactions.
Bedrock Security’s multifaceted presence at Black Hat USA 2025, led by Gerchow’s expertise, underscores its commitment to advancing AI-driven data security and fostering industry collaboration.
Bedrock Security, the ubiquitous data security and management company, accelerates enterprises’ ability to harness data as a strategic asset while minimizing risk. Its industry-first metadata lake technology and AI-driven automation enable continuous visibility into data location, sensitivity, access and usage across distributed environments. Bedrock’s platform continuously catalogs data, enabling security, governance and data teams to proactively identify risks, enforce policies and optimize data usage — without disrupting operations or driving up costs. Trusted by leading financial institutions, healthcare providers and Fortune 1000 companies, Bedrock Security empowers organizations to improve data security posture management (DSPM), confidently deliver responsible AI initiatives and manage exponential data growth. Headquartered in Silicon Valley and backed by Greylock, the company is led by experts in cloud, GenAI cybersecurity and data storage.
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