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CISO Executive Network

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20+
speakers

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100+
attendees

An invitation-only forum leveraging expertise to shape a cyber-resilient future 

CISO Executive Network unites esteemed InfoSec decision-makers and selected service providers for a focused agenda, all within a single impactful day. 

Under the strict Chatham House Rule, the agenda features high-level discussions on strategic themes and provides an intimate environment for discussion and more engaging sessions, fostering deeper connections and insights among participants. 

Join us for a day of dynamic networking, collaborative problem-solving, and benchmarking sessions aimed at driving innovation and excellence in the field. 

Join the conversation on #CISOEXECSYD

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Past CISO Executive Network speakers

Lieutenant General Michelle McGuinness

Lieutenant General
Michelle McGuinness

National Cyber Security Coordinator
Department of Home Affairs 

Daminda Kumara

Daminda Kumara

CISO
Commonwealth Superannuation Corporation

Daniel Aldam

Daniel Aldam

CISO
Keolis Downer

Doug Hammond

Doug Hammond

CISO
Uniting

Manasseh Paradesi

Manasseh Paradesi

CISO
Tyro Payments

Roxanne Pashaei

Roxanne Pashaei

CISO
NSW Rural Fire Service 

Sam Mackay

Sam Mackay

CISO
NSW Department of
Customer Service

Anna Aquilina

Anna Aquilina

CISO
University of Technology Sydney

Our key themes for 2025

Dynamic risks, strategic moves 

Continuously adapting security measures to enhance operational capabilities while remaining resilient against emerging threats in an ever-changing climate. 

Cyber resilience as a boardroom imperative 

Ensuring cyber security is at the forefront of the board's decision-making and driving the necessary investments to strengthen your security posture. 

Trust, defend, empower 

Amplifying cybersecurity conversations through education and effective communication to promote a culture of trust that empowers employees to fortify defences. 

Evaluating AI for defender
advantage
 

Leveraging AI to enhance value, streamline operations, empower internal capacity, improve processes, strengthen controls, and fortify security in an evolving threat landscape. 

What you'll get out of the event

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Why attend?

Join us at CISO Sydney and be immersed in an environment designed to inspire you and grow your business. Hear from expert speakers, network with influential decision makers and gain access to the latest technology and services. 
Come together with peers to learn how to align security and business goals, balance risk appetite, and leverage measures to enable growth and innovation while protecting against threats.

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Who will be there?

CISO Sydney is designed for senior cybersecurity leaders, including CISOs, CTOs, CIOs, Directors, and Managers from various sectors across Australia. If you specialize in information security, risk management, cloud security, incident response, IT, governance, compliance, or automation, this event offers a unique opportunity to engage with top professionals and expand your network in the cybersecurity field.

Our past partners

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How can we help?

We carefully craft our events from scratch, tailoring them to support your business needs and facilitate industry growth. Our team oversees the whole process from research to post-production and are happy to answer any questions you have. We look forward to seeing you at the event!

Maddie Abe
Conference Director

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