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Reducing Risk & Fraud

Inside Look: Expert Real-World Cybersecurity and Fraud Simulations

Viviana Campanaro
Jan 6, 2026

The Jack Henry Cybersecurity and Fraud Forums are immersive, half-day events designed to put financial institution leaders like you directly into the action. Rather than sitting through lectures, forum participants engage in hands-on, interactive exercises that simulate real-world incidents. These scenarios foster teamwork, highlight the importance of collaboration, and help everyone become safer and smarter about cybersecurity.

Who Attends the Jack Henry Cybersecurity and Fraud Forum

These events attract a diverse group of professionals, including:

  • CIOs and Chief Risk Officers
  • IT Managers and Compliance Officers
  • Fraud Officers
  • Any FI employee responsible for incident response, business continuity, or disaster recovery programs

This mix ensures that every perspective – technical, regulatory, and operational – is represented during the exercises.

Forum Objectives: Cybersecurity Training and Fraud Prevention

Moderated by Jack Henry experts in Cybersecurity, Fraud, Governance Risk, and Compliance, the Forums aim to:

  • Provide you with the latest information on cyber threats.
  • Share best practices for incident response.
  • Strengthen preparedness and cyber resilience.

Why Attendees Participate

Past participants in their own words:

  • “Regulations are always changing and we need to understand how we’re managing risk at our FI.”
  • “I want to learn what the industry’s expectations are to protect our accountholders.”
  • “I want to meet and network with my peers in the industry to hear how they are managing cybersecurity.”
  • “I want to learn more about the latest fraud tactics and vendors available to help me monitor for fraud.”
  • “I want to learn more about new threats and cyber attacks, as well as how to best prevent a major outage.”

Key Fraud Prevention and Cybersecurity Takeaways

Participants leave with practical insights, including:

  • There is no silver bullet in cybersecurity – layered defenses are essential.
  • The importance of tools like positive pay in fraud prevention.
  • Why engaging legal counsel early is critical.
  • How fraud can impact every corner of your financial institution.

What to Expect: A Typical Day at the Forum

Morning Welcome
Attendees are greeted by Jack Henry staff and treated to a continental breakfast, setting the stage for networking and informal conversations.

Introduction and Kickoff
The event begins with a general introduction by Jack Henry experts, who outline the day’s objectives and prepare participants for the simulation.

Simulation Scenario
The core of the Forum is a realistic incident simulation:

  • Teams face a series of challenges that test their responses.
  • Interactive conversations help each team reflect on decisions made.
  • Each scenario mirrors the types of threats financial institutions like yours face today.

Lunch Break
A lunch is included, giving attendees time to recharge and continue networking with peers.

Reality Checks
Throughout the day, Jack Henry experts provide Reality Checks – moments of reflection where participants pause to:

  • Think through the simulation’s developments.
  • Discuss lessons learned.
  • Capture notes and ideas to bring back to your institution.

Wrap-Up and Debrief
The event concludes with a collaborative debrief, reinforcing the key lessons: teamwork, layered defenses, and proactive fraud prevention.

Why the Cybersecurity and Fraud Forum Experience Matters

The Jack Henry Cybersecurity and Fraud Forums are more than just training – they are collaborative experiences that prepare you to face the future of cyber risk with confidence. By attending a regional event near you, you can expect to leave with sharpened skills, actionable strategies, and a stronger network of peers.

For more information, visit Jack Henry Cybersecurity and Fraud Forums. 


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