COMMON POWERUp 2025: Full Schedule

Unlock the Power of IBM i at POWERUp 2025!

Join us in Disneyland, California, for POWERUp 2025, the premier conference for IBM i professionals. Whether you’re an experienced expert or just starting your IBM i journey, this event offers unparalleled education, hands-on workshops, and valuable networking opportunities. Stay ahead of the curve with insights from industry leaders, explore the latest innovations, and connect with a thriving community that shares your passion for IBM i. Don’t miss this opportunity to expand your knowledge, grow your skills, and power up your career!

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10:00am PDT

IBM i Security - what's new in recent releases

Monday May 19, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am PDT

Room 8

Come learn about the security features included in the IBM i operating system's most recent releases. Whether exciting, mundane, or even a little scary to consider, there is something that will pique your interest.

Speakers

Tim Mullenbach

Monday May 19, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am PDT
Room 8 1150 Magic Way, Anaheim, CA 92802

Security

11:15am PDT

IBM i Security Basics

Monday May 19, 2025 11:15am - 12:15pm PDT

Room 8

This is an "IBM i Security 101" session. We will cover IBM i security topics from the basics (user profiles, system values, and object authority) through more advanced topics (adopted authority, authority checking, IFS considerations, audit journaling, and a multi-layer defensive posture). We'll cover some of these topics from the traditional "greenscreen" as well as Navigator for i.

Speakers

Steve Riedmueller

Certified IBM i Admin - IBM Champion, Speaker, Mentor, and Advocate, Kisco

Monday May 19, 2025 11:15am - 12:15pm PDT
Room 8 1150 Magic Way, Anaheim, CA 92802

Security

3:15pm PDT

Ransomware and IBM i: Strategies to Protect the IFS from Cyber Attacks

Monday May 19, 2025 3:15pm - 4:15pm PDT

Room 8

Critical business assets stored in IBM i IFS objects are as vulnerable to ransomware and other cyberthreats as files stored on Windows and Linux servers. Ransomware gangs pose a significant threat to systems including the IBM i. These criminal organizations are becoming more sophisticated with creation and distribution of harmful programs. Securing the IBM i from potential attacks is a key element within the IT Defense in Depth strategy.

Speakers

Ken McCalister

Monday May 19, 2025 3:15pm - 4:15pm PDT
Room 8 1150 Magic Way, Anaheim, CA 92802

Security

4:30pm PDT

SIEM-plify your IBM i Security Strategy

Monday May 19, 2025 4:30pm - 4:50pm PDT

Room 8

The IBM i runs the core applications for so many businesses, yet it is the least visible to most security teams. Increasing integration into adjacent technologies, combined with the severity of today’s threats, makes detecting suspicious activity quickly more important than ever. It is critical to have your IBM i security events included in your security information event management (SIEM) console, MDR or XDR solutions.
But what does that mean for the IBM i? And where do you start?

Speakers

Sandi Moore

Sr. Solutions Engineer, Fortra LLC

Sandi has been working with Fortra customers for over 20 years supporting systems monitoring and security software. With experience on IBM i, AIX, and Linux, she has been involved in product demonstrations, implementation, support, training, research, and product testing. Sandi is... Read More →

Monday May 19, 2025 4:30pm - 4:50pm PDT
Room 8 1150 Magic Way, Anaheim, CA 92802

Security

5:05pm PDT

Ensuring Data Resiliency

Monday May 19, 2025 5:05pm - 5:25pm PDT

Room 8

Data resiliency is critical in today’s cyber threat landscape. Many companies believe that their high availability solution or disaster recovery plan is sufficient in the event of a cyber-attack; however, that’s not enough. Recovering from a cyber event requires companies to implement data security and protection measures beyond the standard disaster recovery plan.

Speakers

Laurie LeBlanc

Monday May 19, 2025 5:05pm - 5:25pm PDT
Room 8 1150 Magic Way, Anaheim, CA 92802

Security