45Drives, a leader in open-source storage and virtualization infrastructure, is set to participate in the 2025 Rocky Mountain CyberSecurity Symposium (RMCS), emphasizing the critical role of open-source solutions in cybersecurity. The event, known for gathering top cybersecurity professionals, will feature a session by 45Drives' Chief Architect Mitch Hall on designing resilient open-source storage architectures for security-conscious organizations.
Hall's presentation will delve into the use of open-source components like Ceph, ZFS, and 45Drives' own software to create secure, scalable data systems. The session aims to demonstrate how these technologies can help organizations reduce vulnerabilities, avoid vendor lock-in, and maintain data sovereignty. Following the talk, an interactive workshop will offer hands-on experience with open-source infrastructure design, including live demonstrations of Proxmox VE and software-defined networking with OPNsense.
The participation of 45Drives in RMCS 2025 underscores the growing importance of open-source solutions in addressing cybersecurity challenges. Dr. Doug Milburn, President of 45Drives, highlighted the need for awareness around the security implications of proprietary systems, advocating for the transparency and control offered by open-source alternatives. The symposium provides a platform for discussing these critical issues, with 45Drives contributing its expertise to advance cybersecurity preparedness across sectors.
This engagement reflects 45Drives' commitment to democratizing enterprise storage and empowering organizations to build secure, efficient data environments. The company's solutions, trusted by a wide range of sectors, offer a viable alternative to traditional storage systems, combining performance, reliability, and affordability with the security benefits of open-source technology.
