UK & Ireland CISO Executive Summit

 Exclusive to Governing Body members and select guests, this dinner is a can’t-miss opportunity to connect with your peers prior to tomorrow’s Executive Summit. 

Join experts from UCL Sarah Lawson and PhD student Waseq Ziaie for an interactive workshop delving into pioneering cyber security research. Engage with UCL's ongoing exploration of cybersecurity decision-making and its crucial influence on leadership and organisational success.

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Not If, When! The rise of complex supply chains has heightened the vulnerability many organisations. To combat these threats, the concept of a "minimum viable company" (MVC) has emerged to ensure business continuity after an attack. Douglas Weekes will share insights from Sainsbury’s journey to create a modern cyber resilience response through the innovative concept of a Minimum Viable Company (MVC).

This session will explore the following: 

• Discuss the value of adopting an MVC approach to ensure business continuity during cyber disruptions
• Learn how to adopt an MVC concept by streamlining processes and optimizing supply chains
• Understand how far Sainsbury’s is along this journey and how they reached this level of maturity. Gain exclusive insights into the milestones, challenges, and successes that have defined their path to cyber resilience

As cyber threats, emerging technologies, and evolving regulations redefine the digital landscape, the CISO role is transforming. With cybersecurity now a cornerstone of business strategy, CISOs are expanding their influence, shaping organisational priorities, and contributing to broader objectives. 

Join us for a session that delves into the evolving responsibilities of the CISO, where we will:

• Highlight potential future scenarios and anticipate changes to the CISO role in light of evolving regulations and digital advancements, from compliance and data privacy to AI
• Discuss how compliance and changing organisational structures are shifting accountability and redefining the CISO remit
• Explore how cybersecurity leadership can address challenges by aligning with business values and centering security at the heart of the business

Cybersecurity leaders are emerging as strategic members of the senior leadership team. As a result, we are being asked to deliver concrete outcomes rather than merely form risk-oriented opinions. How might we live up to these expectations to drive meaningful improvements that benefit the organization? How can we ensure that our participation supports the organization’s mission and objectives?
Join this session to discuss:

• Ways of focusing on actions–automated or manual–that change the security program in alignment with business goals
• Strategies for highlighting the security team’s value to technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Techniques for influencing colleagues to evolve the cybersecurity program

Probably all of us recognise that cybersecurity has a diversity problem. But how many of us realise that the language we use every day may play a part in excluding a wide range of talent? In this interactive and thought-provoking session, Dr. Joseph Da Silva will share insights from his research on the pervasive masculinity within the cybersecurity industry. This discussion will include how we can make cyber more accessible and more appealing to a broader audience and ultimately improve security outcomes across our industries.

• Discover how the language of cybersecurity can inadvertently both exclude talent and restrict ideas
• Learn how making the field more appealing to a broader audience will enhance security cultures and bridge talent gaps
• Gain actionable insights into ways in which you can break the cycle to identify new approaches to cybersecurity and promote diversity and inclusion within your organisation

CISOs and executives have a unique opportunity to motivate their people by leveraging a combination of art and science. The art taps into the emotional side of motivation, the science relies on data and evidence. Both combined allow CIOs to create a holistic approach to motivation, fostering a highly motivated and engaged workforce. This session shows you how.