Speakers

Stefan Caluser, IT Cyber Security Engineer, British Steel

Stefan is a Security Engineer at British Steel, specialising in Operational Technology (OT) cybersecurity. He focuses on safeguarding industrial environments from cyber threats and enhancing operational resilience. He plays a key role in securing critical systems by refining security processes and response strategies. Before transitioning into OT, he worked in IT... security, gaining expertise in threat detection, incident response, and security architecture. His diverse background across both IT and OT enables him to bridge the gap between traditional cybersecurity and the unique challenges of industrial systems.more

Aliya Kurmanbayeva, Cloud Security Lead Engineer, Škoda Auto

 Aliya is a Cloud Security Lead Engineer at Škoda Auto, specialising in cloud-native security solutions. With experience in cloud security monitoring and automation, she focuses on fine-tuning detection rules, testing new features, and enhancing threat visibility. Previously a security analyst and team lead, Aliya now drives the technical aspects of cloud security.... Passionate about cybersecurity, she continuously works to improve security operations in the automotive sector.more

Rob Flanders, Head of Threat and Incident Response, BAE Systems

Rob has 10 years’ experience in Cyber Security, covering Threat Intelligence, Incident Response, Security Architecture and Risk Management. Rob's experience is in Defence and UK Government, delivering technical security focussed capabilities including leading GBEST assessments on behalf of government departments and supporting development of Threat Intelligence... capability across the public sector. Rob now leads Major Cyber Incident Response and Strategic Threat Intelligence at BAE Systems.
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Quentyn Taylor, Senior Director – Product, Information Security and Global Incident Response - Canon Europe, Middle East and Africa

Quentyn Taylor is the maverick Senior Director of Information Security at Canon Europe, where he’s been shaking up the status quo and redefining what it means to be secure in the digital age. With a career spanning the wild west of dotcom startups to the high-stakes world of global business, Quentyn is a force to be reckoned with. He’s not just about ticking boxes... and following protocols; Quentyn is on a mission to revolutionise document security, making it not just a necessity but a strategic advantage. His approach is bold, unapologetic, and always ahead of the curve. Whether he's forging strong business relationships or advocating for security integration, Quentyn does it with a flair that’s uniquely his own. When it comes to cybersecurity, Quentyn Taylor is the name you want on your side – fearless, innovative, and always ready to take on the next big challenge.more

Matthew Rogers, Industrial Control Systems Cybersecurity Expert, CISA

Matthew Rogers, PhD, is an Industrial Control Systems (ICS) Cybersecurity Expert in the Office of the Technical Director at CISA and the lead for the Secure by Design initiative for Operational Technology (OT). Before CISA, Matthew specialised in bolting security solutions onto legacy OT vehicle networks.

Nick Palmer, Technical Lead, EMEA, Censys

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

Elliot Gidley, EMEA Field CTO, Claroty

With over 20 years of cybersecurity experience, Elliot Gidley specialises in bridging the gap between IT and OT environments, helping organisations secure their critical infrastructure. As Field CTO at Claroty, he is dedicated to maximising the value of the Claroty platform, guiding customers through technically complex challenges, and enabling them to achieve robust... cyber-physical security across diverse industries.more