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{ 24th April 2024 8:45 - 10:30am }

The GISEC CISO Circle has become a key global community gathering for Chief Information Security Officers to convene at our events. Launched in 2021, it promotes innovation and collaboration among over 200 participants from the community every year. Expanding from GISEC Global to GITEX Global, Gitex Africa and soon Gitex Europe next year, it's pivotal for shaping the future of cybersecurity. GISEC CISO Circle serves as a key platform for CISOs to network, inspire, and shape cybersecurity globally.

 
The UAE Cyber Security council fully supports GISEC’s initiative of creating an InfoSec leaders inner circle with the mission to discuss key challenges to help build cyber resilience of businesses in the UAE.

H.E. Dr. Mohamed Al Kuwaiti

Head of Cyber Security
UAE Government

{ AGENDA }

8:45 - 9:25
Networking & Play Breakfast
Amidst sips of freshly brewed coffee and bites of mouth-watering delicacies, this breakfast session kick-starts the day with vibrant discussions, networking opportunities to fuel our shared quest for cyber knowledge. Immerse yourself in an exhilarating threat modeling game, where you'll sharpen your skills in uncovering vulnerabilities within application designs. Or, dare to embark on a thrilling journey with VR gamification showdowns, engaging in head-to-head clashes with your peers in the virtual realm (tbc)
9:25 - 9:30
Welcome Address – DWTC
9:30 - 9:45
GISEC CISO Town Hall: Elevating Cyber Decision-Making for Strategic Evolution
Speakers

H.E. Dr. Mohamed Al-Kuwaiti United Arab Emirates Government, Head of Cyber Security,
UAE

H.E. Amer Sharaf Dubai Electronic Security Center, CEO – Cyber Security Systems and Services Sector,
UAE

Key Focus Areas:
⦁ Enhancing Operational Resilience
⦁ Leveraging AI's Potential through Trust, Risk, and Security Management
⦁ Aligning with the Enterprise to Unleash True Value
9:45 - 10:00
Fireside chat: Securing Our AI Future: Cybersecurity at the Forefront
Speakers

H.E. Amer Sharaf Dubai Electronic Security Center, CEO – Cyber Security Systems and Services Sector,
UAE

Dr. Aloysius Cheang Huawei Middle East & Central Asia, Chief Security Officer

10:00 - 10:15
Spotlight: Hacking the Hackers
Discover hacker motivations and effective countermeasures as Hofmann will give a sneak peek into his methods and experiences through an insightful talk, providing a glimpse into the fascinating world of cybercrime and the psychology behind it.
Speaker

Mark T. Hofmann International Profiling Expert , Germany

10:15 - 10:30
Embark on a Mind-Reading Odyssey!
Ever feel your eyes glazing over at the mention of cybersecurity? Well, brace yourself for a wake-up call. Paul will demonstrate how your information gets swiped right before your eyes. But fear not, he won't leave you hanging – he'll guide you on the path to take action. Ready for a reality check?
Speaker

Paul Newton MentalTheft , Mind Reader, Hypnotist, and Magician,
UK

10:30 - 10:30
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BUILDING A UNITED CYBER FRONTIER

The Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) Circle provides a valuable experience, that highlights top notch presentations, insightful discussions, and unique networking opportunities.

Become a part of the CISO Circle at GISEC Global where we delve into the principal cybersecurity challenges faced by enterprises and governments in the post-pandemic era. Our focus is on exploring the ever-present risks posed by state-sponsored hackers, organized hacking groups, and insider threats, which have emerged as constant menaces in the digital age.

{ EMPOWERING CYBER LEADERS AND BUILDING STRONG INDUSTRY FRAMEWORKS WITH THE GLOBAL CYBERSECURITY EXPERTS }

{ GAIN INSIGHTS FROM THE CYBERSECURITY LEADERS' PERSPECTIVES }

Sithembile Songo

Group Head Information Security,

Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd

Lakshmi Das

Cofounder and COO

Prophaze Technologies

Ahmed Al Dammas

Chief Information Security Officer

Council of Health Insurance