8:30 - 9:00
Arrival, registration & breakfast networking
9:00 - 9:15
Introduction from The Network Group & chairperson
A brief introduction to the event software, SNS – this software, unique to the industry, empowers our attendees to make the most effective use of their time at the event by maximising networking opportunities. The software designs a personalised agenda & enables attendees to arrange One-to-One meetings with each other. This will be followed by a welcome from the chairperson.
Peter Warren, Chairman, Cyber Security Research Institute
9:15 - 9:45
Development of a Modern Privileged Access Management Environment to Meet Regulatory Requirements
- Understanding risk, control, and regulatory requirements & the creation and maintaining a compliant solution
- Collaboration of all departments and how to measure success
- Engagement with senior leaders & continual improvement
Kevin Gourlay, Head of IT, Security, IG Group
Amit Naker, Head of Technology Risk & Control, IG Group
9:45 - 10:15
Why Modern Security Practice is Important in the Age of AI
- Evaluating the impact of AI on the current security landscape
- Supporting staff to incorporate AI into cyber attack responses and increase efficiency
- Working with software developers to tailor AI tools according to organisational security needs
George Bathurst, CISO, 3i
10:15 - 10:45
Embedding Security-Based Approaches to Governance & Accountability to Ensure Company-Wide Cyber Resilience
- Utilising information security policies to inform decision-making processes and strengthen cyber defences
- Adapting security governance strategies to contribute towards company goals and priorities
- Guidance on circulating security breach information to promote accountability and address gaps in security processes
Francesco Giovanni Ghizzardi, General Manager, PingPong Payments
10:45 - 11:00
Coffee break & networking
11:00 - 11:25
Open Forum Think Tank
Next Level Phishing Attacks
Peter Warren, Chairman, Cyber Security Research Institute
11:25 - 11:50
Networking
11:50 - 12:15
Workshop 2
From Vulnerability Management to Continuous Exposure Management
Matthew Quinn, Technical Director EMEA, XM Cyber
12:15 - 12:40
Networking
12:40 - 13:05
Networking
11:00 – 13:05
One-to-One meetings
Intelligently matched one-to-one meetings:
- Vulnerability Management
- Security Awareness
- Data Governance & DLP
- Threat Intelligence
- Cloud Security
- Third Party Risk Management
- Identity & Access Management
- Application & Device Security
- Zero Trust
- AI Cyber Security
- Email Security
- Ransomware
- IoT Security
- Data Security
- API Security
- Cyber GRC
- DevSecOps
13:05 - 14:00
Networking Lunch
Stream 1 - Managing Security Threats
14:00 - 14:35
Business Risk, Cyber Risk & Vulnerabilities
- Regular security reviews of digital assets to identify threats to business operations
- Establishing joined-up responses to safely raise concerns about potential cyber risks
- Guidance on securing resources to expand cyber security team capabilities
Daniel Crisan, Global Head of Vulnerability Management, Instinet
Stream 2 - Security Workforces
14:00 - 14:35
Growing Cyber Security Teams to Expand Workforce Capabilities
- Tailoring recruitment schemes to tackle workforce skills gaps
- Designing outreach initiatives to ensure diverse teams with a broader range of backgrounds and experiences
- Creating multiple entry points to attract a wider range of applicants for job vacancies
Minesh Dattani, Head of Cyber Security Operations, Simply Business
Stream 1 - Managing Security Threats
14:35 - 15:10
Developing Risk Management Approaches to Digital Payment Services
- Key advice on determining security priorities as part of evaluating digital payment software options
- Implementing data privacy frameworks to further protect customer payment information
- Embedding cyber attack response plans to mitigate any damage to digital payment services
Nitesh Kumar, Global Head – Cyber & Payments Systems Risk, BNP Paribas
Anoop Vayalil, Global Head of Payment Cyber Risk & Testing, BNP Paribas
Stream 2 - Security Workforces
14:35 - 15:10
Developing Retention and Development Schemes to Reduce Staff Turnover
- Resources to identify staff wellbeing priorities and improve working environments
- Implementing professional development schemes to provide internal progression opportunities for all staff
- Utilising orientation programmes to deliver specialised support for new employees
Martin Covill, CISO, iPSL
15:10 - 15:25
Coffee break & networking
15:25 - 15:50
Open Forum Think Tank
Cyber Resilience – Going Further than Cyber Security
Peter Warren, Chairman, Cyber Security Research Institute
15:50 - 16:15
Networking
16:15 - 16:40
Open Forum Think Tank
AI Powered Cyber Attacks
Peter Warren, Chairman, Cyber Security Research Institute
16:40 - 17:05
Networking
15:25 – 17:05
One-to-One meetings
Intelligently matched one-to-one meetings:
- Vulnerability Management
- Security Awareness
- Data Governance & DLP
- Threat Intelligence
- Cloud Security
- Third Party Risk Management
- Identity & Access Management
- Application & Device Security
- Zero Trust
- AI Cyber Security
- Email Security
- Ransomware
- IoT Security
- Data Security
- API Security
- Cyber GRC
- DevSecOps
17:05 - 17:50
Panel Discussion: Creating Emergency Plans to Respond to Cyber Attacks
- Tools & resources to ensure employees identify and report all forms of cyber security threats
- Crisis leadership approaches to support staff in managing the impact of ransomware incidents
- Implementing joined-up processes to protect digital resources and recover damaged assets post-attack
Daniel May, Regional CISO, Commerzbank
Clair Phelps, CISO, Wagestream
Praveen Singh, Head of IT Risk & Cyber Security, ICBC Standard Bank
19:00
Networking dinner & drinks reception
8:30 - 9:00
Morning registration & breakfast
9:00 - 10:10
Roundtable discussions
Join group roundtable discussions with your peers on some of the most challenging & significant security topics—please confirm attendance prior to the session. Each host will facilitate the discussion & deliver a short roundup of key findings during the wrap up session.
Roundtable 1: AI & ML
David Horn, MD Global Operations & Technology Audit, BNY Mellon
Roundtable 2: Cloud Security
Hardik Nakum, Principal Cloud Architect, Lloyds Banking Group
Roundtable 3: Data Protection & Regulation
Chris Whitewood, Privacy & Data Protection Officer, Direct Line Group
Roundtable 4: Risk Management
Tom Whipp, Head of IT, Risk Assurance (Bins & Bisl), Bupa
Roundtable 5: Application Security
Tony Povoas, CISO, Aegon UK
Roundtable 6: Automated Responses
Peter Warren, Chairman, Cyber Security Research Institute
10:10 - 10:45
Roundtable discussion wrap-up
Each host will provide a short overview of the key findings from their discussion to the room. This is an opportunity for everyone to gain an perspective from each roundtable discussion.
10:45 - 11:00
Coffee break & networking
11:00 - 11:25
Open Forum Think Tank
Fraudulent Schemes – Direct Payments and Mobile Banking
Peter Warren, Chairman, Cyber Security Research Institute
11:25 - 11:50
Networking
11:50 - 12:15
Open Forum Think Tank
Preventative Measures Against Ransomware
Peter Warren, Chairman, Cyber Security Research Institute
12:15 - 12:40
Networking
12:40 - 13:05
Open Forum Think Tank
Training Employees to Recognise Threats
Peter Warren, Chairman, Cyber Security Research Institute
11:00 – 13:05
One-to-One meetings
Intelligently matched one-to-one meetings:
- Vulnerability Management
- Security Awareness
- Data Governance & DLP
- Threat Intelligence
- Cloud Security
- Third Party Risk Management
- Identity & Access Management
- Application & Device Security
- Zero Trust
- AI Cyber Security
- Email Security
- Ransomware
- IoT Security
- Data Security
- API Security
- Cyber GRC
- DevSecOps
13:05 - 14:00
Networking Lunch
14:00 - 14:35
Security Operations & Governance Frameworks to Safeguard Against Cyber Attacks
- Creating realistic security operations targets
- Building efficient governance frameworks to ensure compliance
- Guidance on securing buy-in from senior leaders and increase security budgets
Andrew Brant, Head of IT and Security Operations, Weatherbys Bank
14:35 - 15:10
Ensuring Return on Investment for Information Security Resources
- Key advice on determining priorities when buying new security technology within existing budgets
- Staff training schemes to integrate security resources into working habits and increase uptake
- Tools for demonstrating to senior leaders the benefits of security tools without spending additional costs
Richard Moore, Director of Security, 10XBanking
15:10 - 15:55
Panel Discussion: Implementing Leadership Approaches to Strengthen Cyber Security Teams
- The role of senior leaders in fostering collaborative working environments and increasing team productivity
- Developing individual progression plans to support staff achieve their professional goals
- Implementing tailored interventions to support staff improve their workload management
Steven Babb, CISO, MUFG Investor Services
Imshaj Shaiz, Head of Group Security, CLS Group
Madeleine Parish, Head of IAM, RSA Group
James Keenan, Managing Director, Tier One Financial Organisation
George Andrikopolous, Senior VP – Low Latency Container Security Specialist, Citi
15:55 - 16:00