CISO Think Tank

Neil Thacker is EMEA and LATAM CISO for Netskope and holds over 20 years’ experience in the information security industry with previous roles at Swiss Re, Deutsche Bank and Camelot Group. Neil is advisory board member to the Cloud Security Alliance (CSA), advisory board member to NeuroCyber, and co-founder and board member to the Security Advisor Alliance (SAA). Neil is CISSP, CIPP/E and CEH certified and is a frequent speaker and author of cybersecurity, data protection and privacy-related content. In late 2021, Neil was listed as one of CSO Online’s CSO30 which recognises 30 outstanding senior security professionals in the UK for demonstrating outstanding business value and thought leadership within their organisation.

Cameron is a seasoned cyber defence advisor and information security strategist who has worked for the United Nations, governmental and law enforcement agencies, as well as leading multinational corporations. He consults across verticals to guide his clients in maturing strategic and tactical security capabilities, incident response measures, proactive defence, and resilience investments, and devising effective countermeasures to insider threats. Cameron has also conducted in-depth research into emerging trends in cybercrime offending, forensic science, data protection, and cyber-warfare. He is an author and contributor to books and articles on many aspects of cybersecurity and a regular speaker at international conferences. He holds multiple bachelor and master level degrees in law, behavioural science, international security, policing, intelligence, and counterterrorism, in addition to vendor neutral technical certifications and accreditations. Cameron enjoys working at the intersection of technology, security and law and building capable teams to deliver services that organisations need to operate safely, competitively, and effectively in today’s digital world.

Khadir Fayaz is a progressive Cyber Security Digital Executive Leader with more than 18 years of experience in driving large scale digital security initiatives, cyber resiliency programs and business information security engagements. Delivered successfully global digital security transformational programs with multi-million dollar investments. Transformed security as an enabler and accelerator for the business through frictionless services to meet both compliance & privacy requirements such as PCI DSS and GDPR. Dynamic, metrics-driven leader of international and virtual teams’ adept at integrating people, business processes, and technology assets into effective risk reduction strategies to elevate organizational security posture from external and internal threats. Significantly improved the risk culture and security maturity in some of the world’s largest PropTech, Learning, FMCG, Financial, Manufacturing, Technology Consulting, Hospitality & Travel companies. Built strong customer and business partner relationships, effective teams across the full spectrum of information security services. Hired and developed global talent, and operated truly globally having extensive hands-on experience in Asia Pacific, UK and USA. A highly sought-after speaker who has contributed immensely to the industry through tech start-up mentoring and holding non-executive director roles.

Dorian Skeete is the Head of IT Security at Boohoo Group, where he is responsible for IT Security, Data Protection and Privacy across their 13 brands, including household names like Pretty Little Thing, BoohooMAN and Karen Millen. Day to day, Dorian looks after a team of 10, while delivering on a multi-year cybersecurity strategy including advisory for the Boohoo Risk Committee and Board, increasing IT Security capability and professional development of his staff. Prior to Boohoo, Dorian was the IT Security Lead at Advantage Smollan and an Associate Director at Crossword Cybersecurity, while spending his formative years as an RF and Cyber Engineer for the Ministry of Defence. With more than 10 years IT Security experience, Dorian has worked on several valuable projects including IT transformation, ISO 27001 and Cyber Essentials certification, Security Awareness improvement and improving businesses overall IT Security posture. When not dealing with the fast-paced environment of a world-leading fashion brand, Dorian enjoys sport (especially football and F1), travel, exercise and is a self-proclaimed foodie.

Steve is an experienced Cyber Security Specialist who has worked in many financial organisations. With over 15 years in Cyber Security and a further 25 years in IT in general giving Steve and wide knowledge based to build upon. Steve’s speciality is Vulnerability and Risk Management and is a mentor to junior members of the Security Teams.

Founded in 1988, First Sentier Investors Services is a company that provides investment management services offering assets management, short-term investment, property security, equities, and fixed income. First Sentier Investors Services is located in New South Whales Australia.

Florian Jörgens initially developed his professional interest in information technology in 2002. Whilst working as an IT specialist for system integration at T-Systems International GmbH, in application and system support he earned his BSc. in Business Information Systems. Gaining further experience in IT auditing at PricewaterhouseCoopers and completing a MSc. in IT Management, Florian Jörgens then worked for E.ON in Essen as a manager leading information security for their entire German sales organization. In March 2019, as Chief Information Security Officer at LANXESS AG in Cologne, he took over holistic responsibility for the Group's information security. Today, he is Chief Information Security Officer of the Vorwerk Group. Additionally, he is active as a keynote speaker, lecturer, author and research assistant at various universities. Furthermore, he gives expert lectures on the topics of information security, awareness and cyber security. Florian Jörgens was awarded the Digital Leader Award in the category "Cyber-Security" by CIO magazine in September 2020.

Zac Warren is Chief Security Advisor, EMEA. Zac started his career in IT with a passion for cybersecurity and was a senior security analyst at a leading manufacturer of security platforms and later a cybersecurity architect and consultant for large system integrators. Zac has spent most of his career helping government agencies and several Fortune100 companies reorganize their security architectures, controls, policies, and procedures. Today, Zac is responsible for developing and supporting Tanium's cybersecurity business in EMEA.

Neil Thacker, a cybersecurity executive and co-founder holds over 20 years’ experience in the cybersecurity and technology industry. As Netskope Chief Information Security Officer EMEA, Neil works alongside product and engineering teams to ensure the secure delivery of Netskope technology and services. With a focus on data protection and regulatory compliance, Neil works with Netskope customers to ensure their security programmes are both optimised and can deliver on their strategic requirements in a cloud-first world. Prior to joining Netskope, Neil served at Swiss Re, Deutsche Bank, Camelot Group and Forcepoint. Neil is co-founder and board member of the Security Advisor Alliance (SAA), a not-for-profit organisation formed to both help security leaders in their role and to promote information security and cybersecurity careers to future generations. Neil is Advisory Board member for the Cloud Security Alliance (CSA) EMEA and member of the ENISA Threat Landscape stakeholder group where he contributes to the EU agency program to position the threat landscape, mitigation advice and threat analysis and innovation. Neil is Advisory Board member to NeuroCyber, supporting and coordinating national activity, awareness, knowledge and action on improving neurodiversity and inclusion in cybersecurity. Neil is CISSP, CIPP/E and CEH certified and is a frequent speaker and writer on cybersecurity, data protection and privacy-related topics.