Speakers

Jani Räty, CISO/Associate Director, Nordic Investment Bank

Jani started his career as a scientist and moved later into a career involving quality, information and security management. Experience in international companies in biotechnology, medical devices, SaaS solutions and finance has provided him a unique insight that often security problems have common root causes despite of the industry and regulations. Currently his... main focus is being a CISO at Operational Risk and Security Control in the 2nd line of Nordic Investment Bank. more

Manit Sahib, Ethical Hacker & Former Head of Penetration Testing & Red Teaming, Bank of England

Manit is an experienced offensive security expert who is certified by UK’s National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) as well as His Majesty’s CESG Check scheme (HMG CHECK). He has over ten years professional experience in both UK Government and private offensive security operations. Formerly, Manit was the Head of Penetration Testing & Red Teaming at the... Bank of England. He is contracted to Global Fund.more

Jonathan Armstrong, Partner, Punter Southall Law

Jonathan is an experienced lawyer with a concentration on technology and compliance. His practice includes advising multinational companies on matters involving risk, compliance and technology across Europe. He has handled legal matters in more than 60 countries involving emerging technology, corporate governance, ethics code implementation, reputation, internal investigations,... marketing, branding and global privacy policies. Jonathan has counselled a range of clients on breach prevention, mitigation and response. He has also been particularly active in advising multi-national corporations on their response to the UK Bribery Act 2010 and its inter-relationship with the U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA). Jonathan is one of three co-authors of the LexisNexis definitive work on technology law, “Managing Risk: Technology & Communications”. He is a frequent broadcaster for the BBC and other channels and appeared on BBC News 24 as the studio guest on the Walport Review. In July 2023 Jonathan was appointed to the New York State Bar Association Presidential Task Force on Artificial Intelligence. Jonathan sits on the Task Force with leading practitioners, regulators, judges and academics to develop frameworks for the use and control of AI in the legal system.more

Samuli Bergström, Director, Head of CSIRT at Traficom, NCSC-F

Samuli Bergström serves as the Director of CSIRT at Traficom, the Finnish National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC-FI). With extensive expertise in risk management, digital security, corporate security, and resilience, he has held numerous key roles across prominent organizations. Most recently, he was the Director of Security and Risk Management at the Finnish Tax Administration.... His previous leadership positions include Head of Information Security at the Ministry of the Interior, and CISO at both the National Police Board and the University of Helsinki. Samuli's career demonstrates a deep commitment to strengthening cybersecurity across diverse sectors.more

John van Uden, CTO, Nordea

John van Uden, CTO at Nordea, brings over 20 years of experience in technology leadership and cybersecurity. Throughout his career, he has been involved in addressing complex security challenges and overseeing large-scale technology initiatives. Before being appointed at CTO at Nordea John held the role as VP Cloud Strategy, Engineering and Delivery at TD and before... this he spent over 25 years at Citi.more

Sachin Loothra, Lead Solutions Architect, Telia

Sachin is a detail-oriented professional with a keen focus on business and technical processes, bringing over 10 years of experience in designing, implementing, and managing comprehensive cybersecurity controls, with a specialization in Identity and Access Management (IAM). He has extensive experience working on large, multi-phase IAM programs for clients across diverse... sectors, including telecommunications, retail, education, media, engineering/construction, energy, finance, healthcare, and the public sector. Known for his creative and innovative mindset, Sachin thrives in dynamic environments.
Currently serving as a Lead Solution Architect for IAM at Telia, Sachin oversees the overall IAM architecture, ensuring alignment with industry requirements and compliance with security regulations. He is a go-to expert for matters related to identity and zero trust.more

Sami Vellonen, CIO & CISO, Terveystalo

Passionate people, technology and infosec leader, enabler, and doer. Seasoned professional with +25 years of experience in digitalizing various industries from startups to international giants.

Hanna Katargina, Deputy CISO, Luminor Bank

Hanna serves as the Deputy CISO at Luminor Bank, where she champions a risk-based approach as the foundation of a strong and resilient organization. With a career spanning diverse roles in startups and established banks, Hanna has honed her expertise in IT and information security governance and regulatory compliance. Guided by the wisdom of US computer scientist... Grace Hopper—"One accurate measurement is worth a thousand expert opinions"—Hanna combines precision and strategic insight to fortify organizational security and foster innovation.more

Kalle Seppälä, CISO, Pihlajalinna

Kalle a seasoned IT professional with over 13 years of experience in cybersecurity, datacenter administration and virtualisation. As CISO at Pihlajalinna, one of the leading healthcare providers in Finland, he is responsible for protecting the organization's digital assets and ensuring compliance with the highest security standards.

Sami Laurila, Account Executive, Rubrik

Sami Laurila is a seasoned cybersecurity expert with extensive experience in data protection and resilience. Sami specialises in driving innovative solutions that empower organisations to secure and recover their critical data. With a strong background in cybersecurity and data management, he has a proven track record of helping businesses enhance their cyber resilience... through strategic implementation of cyber recovery and data security posture management. Sami's expertise and passion for safeguarding digital assets make him a trusted advisor and sought-after speaker in the industry.more

Lars Gotlieb, Regional Manager Nordics, Silverfort

Lars embarked on his professional journey at Danmarks Tekniske Universitet, earning a Master's in Electronic Engineering in 1985. Starting his career in software development, he eventually transitioned into strategic sales in 1996. Lars’ technical background was essential in his pivot to cybersecurity, addressing critical enterprise security challenges, in particular,... extending Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) and defending against emerging threats.more

Kev Smith, Principal Sales Engineer EMEA, Silverfort

With over 35 years of experience, Kev possesses an extensive career in the computing industry. His professional journey includes a significant focus on Linux and Windows engineering for some of the world's leading investment banks. In the last decade, his expertise has shifted towards advising clients on contemporary Identity and Access Management (IAM), the principle... of least privilege, and alternative strategies for Privileged Access Management (PAM).
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Jonas Gyllenhammar, Senior Solutions Engineer, Censys

Jonas Gyllenhammar is a security IT professional with over two decades of experience in Information Technology and Cyber Security. Jonas is a cyber security technologist, security advocate and business problem solver. Previously he has worked for a variety of industry leading companies including: Sophos, Ivanti, Juniper Networks. In his role with the technology team... at Censys, he helps customers uncover threats and vulnerabilities before they become risks.more

Martin Solang, Regional Sales Director, Nordics and Benelux, Censys

Martin Solang is a trusted voice in the network and security industry. Over the course of his career he built and scaled up commercial and channel business in the Nordics and Benelux regions. Prior to joining Censys, Martin has gained international sales experience at Sophos, CrowdStrike, Pulse Secure and F5 networks. In his role at Censys, he works with customers... to uncover threats and vulnerabilities before they become risks.more

Filip Verloy, Field CTO EMEA & APJ, Rubrik

Filip Verloy serves as Field CTO EMEA & APJ for Rubrik X. In that role, Filip engages and advises customers, partners, and the security industry at large, sharing his experience, insights, and strategies on data security. Before joining Rubrik, Verloy was the Global Field CTO at API security start-up Noname Security and has previously served at various IT vendors... including Citrix, Dell, Riverbed, and VMware in roles ranging from Staff Architect to Solutions Executive supporting some of the largest and most complex customer environments. He has been in the IT industry for over 25 years, spanning the customer-, consulting-, and vendor side.more

Julius Nicklasson, Sales Engineer, Recorded Future

Julius Nicklasson is a Sales Engineer covering the Nordics at Recorded Future, the world's largest intelligence company. Over the past 5 years, he has worked with some of the largest companies in the region to develop their security strategy through the effective use of intelligence data and automation. Julius holds an MSc in Global Affairs from King's College London... and is GCTI certified.more

Nicole Fowler, CISO, Bank of Ireland

Nicole is the CISO at Bank of Ireland, where she plays a pivotal role in developing and implementing comprehensive Cyber Strategies, supporting the Board in meeting complex regulatory obligations, and safeguarding the organisation against evolving threats. A seasoned Cyber, Information Security, and Risk Leader, she brings over two decades of experience spanning financial... services, professional services, and start-ups. A member of the UK Government Cyber Advisory Board and a trusted advisor in various capacities, Nicole leverages a wealth of expertise to empower organisations and drive meaningful societal contributions. She also serves as a trustee for prominent cultural institutions, including the Thackray Medical Museum, where she chairs the Finance, Audit, and Risk Committee, and the York Museums Trust. These trustee roles reflect Nicole’s dedication to preserving cultural heritage and providing strategic oversight to safeguard the legacy of these institutions.more