ISMG Summits bring together global leaders in cybersecurity, risk management, information technology and digital trust for immersive, knowledge-sharing experiences. These events feature carefully curated agendas with thought-provoking keynotes, expert panel discussions and interactive workshops that address the most pressing challenges facing today’s security landscape – from threat intelligence and zero trust to AI governance, data protection and regulatory compliance.
Designed for senior executives and decision-makers across industries such as finance, healthcare, government and critical infrastructure, ISMG Summits provide valuable insights, practical strategies and opportunities for collaboration. Attendees gain actionable takeaways, forge meaningful connections and stay ahead in an ever-evolving digital threat environment.
Our Summit Advisory Committee comprises industry visionaries whose guidance ensures the conference programs remain relevant, cutting-edge, and aligned with the most pressing cybersecurity challenges and opportunities – enabling attendees to apply the insights and learnings to their daily work.
ISMG Summits bring the foremost thought leaders and educators in the security space to the stage, interactive workshops and networking events. Learn from the “who’s who” in cybersecurity passionate about the latest tools and technology to defend against threats.
From automating detection and response to generating sophisticated attacks, AI is both a powerful tool and a formidable disruptor. For African enterprises and governments, this transformation raises urgent questions: Will automation deepen the cybersecurity talent gap? Which roles are most at risk of being augmented or eliminated? How can regulation, policy and upskilling ensure that the workforce evolves alongside the technology? This keynote will address strategies to future-proof careers, build sustainable talent pipelines and balance innovation with responsible governance.
This session will cover:
VP, CTO in Residence, Zscaler
But can defensive AI truly outsmart offensive AI, or are we entering an arms race with unpredictable consequences? This session will explore the evolving landscape of AI-powered cybersecurity, weighing the opportunities and risks of using machine intelligence to detect, defend and respond in real time.
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Chief Information Officer & Chief Information Security Officer, OTC Markets Group Inc.
Head of Fraud Prevention, iSolved, CyberEdBoard Member
Solutions Architect, Yubico
As threat actors exploit our attention and emotions, it’s time we reframe our human defense strategies.
This session introduces a modern, science-based approach to security culture: one that moves beyond awareness into actionable resilience. Drawing from cyber psychology and behavioral science, we’ll explore how cultivating digital mindfulness can interrupt habitual mistakes, improve decision-making and foster a more vigilant workforce.
Rather than blaming users, the session introduces a constructive and empowering model to build cognitive resilience – treating attention as the new perimeter in your layered defense strategy.
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Chief Security Evangelist, Veracode
This session will explore how security leaders can effectively communicate cyber risk in business terms, align cybersecurity KPIs with enterprise goals and build boardroom confidence during periods of economic uncertainty. Attendees will learn how to shift conversations from vulnerabilities and tools to resilience, risk appetite and long-term value creation while securing critical investment in cybersecurity initiatives.
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Field CTO, Corelight, Inc
But with new opportunities come new risks: data leakage, prompt injection, unauthorized access and compliance gaps. This session will guide CISOs and IT leaders through the evolving threat landscape of enterprise LLMs, offering practical strategies for securing models, controlling access and aligning deployments with internal policies and regulatory requirements. Whether you’re piloting gen AI or scaling adoption, this session will help you build safely and responsibly.
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Cybersecurity Enterprise Account Executive, OpenText
CISOs see AI as a “basket of opportunities” with plenty of “vendor blind spots.”
This session will cover:
Founder & CEO, Replica Cyber
As high-profile breaches involving vendors become more common, enterprises must develop a continuous, risk-based approach to vendor management — focusing on real-time monitoring, access governance, compliance auditing, and incident response readiness. This session will explore how organizations can move beyond checklist-based vendor onboarding to build dynamic, proactive vendor risk management programs that safeguard sensitive data, critical operations, and regulatory compliance across complex supply chains.
This session will cover:
VP, Software Engineering, Rocket Software
From supply chain compromises to AI-powered attacks, the cloud security landscape is evolving faster than traditional controls can keep up.
Attendees will explore actionable strategies to build resilient, future-ready cloud security programs, while gaining guidance on aligning security architecture with business priorities, managing risk across infrastructure and fostering a culture of continuous security innovation.
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VP Product Management, ProcessUnity
ISMG Summits offer Continuing Professional Education Credits. Learn informative and engaging content created specifically for security professionals.
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