Speakers

Björn Johrén, CISO, Max Matthiessen AB

Björn is the newly appointed CISO at Max Matthiessen. Prior to this he was the Data Protection Officer at Livförsäkringsbolaget Skandia, ömsesidigt; Försäkringsaktiebolaget Skandia, Skandiabanken, Skandia Investment Management and Skandia Fonder. i.e. for five organisations in Insurance, Banking, Investment Management and Fund Management. Björn has... previously many years of IT management consulting experience and worked for independent organisations as an IT Management consultant, having transitioned from a more technical role. This has created a good knowledge of the technical dilemmas, issues and possibilities and how the business can get the most out of their IT.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

Elnaz Tadayon, Cybersecurity Area Manager, H&M

Elnaz Tadayon is a passionate cybersecurity professional with extensive experience across B2C and B2B industries. She holds two bachelor's degrees in IT Management and IT Engineering, a Master of Business Administration, and a second master's in Information Security Management. Elnaz is also an ISO 27001 Lead Implementer, specialising in cloud security, risk management,... and supply chain security. Currently, Elnaz is the Manager for the Cybersecurity Advisory area, where she leads a team dedicated to helping organisations strengthen their security posture. Throughout her career, she has worn many hats, working in sales, marketing, IT, and information security, which led her to discover her true passion in cybersecurity. Known for her strong analytical skills and strategic thinking, Elnaz approaches complex challenges with confidence and clarity. Dedicated to the field, Elnaz is always eager to share her knowledge and contribute to the cybersecurity community. Her blend of skills, experience, and enthusiasm makes her a valuable asset to any team.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

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

Eric Stenberg, Information Security Officer, Swedbank

Eric is an Information Security Manager within Swedbank with the tasks to ensure information security matters within the bank. He does this by combining both the softer values of people and processes together with the combination of technology to achieve the security posture and resilience demanded by the outside world in an everchanging threat landscape. As a certified... security architect (CISSP-ISSAP), he will in his talk reflect on how to meet the upcoming DORA regulation from the people, process and technology perspectives.
 
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Sofia Staaf Frederiksen, Chief Information Security Officer, Apoteket AB

Sofia Staaf Frederiksen is the Chief Information Security Officer at Apoteket.  Sofia is specialized in Information security with the ambition to make the topic more accessible and relevant to all employees.  With a background from organisations like the Swedish Armed Forces, Riksbanken, Ericsson, and now healthcare and retail she has worked with information... security in different sectors, each with its special set of challenges.   more

Fredrik Hertz, Financial Services Cybersecurity Lead, Consulting, EY Sweden

Fredrik Hertz is head of Cybersecurity consulting in the Financial Services sector for EY in Sweden. While his focus is banking and insurance, he has a broad background working with consumer products, technology, telecommunications, military services, and law enforcement during more than 20 years in cybersecurity consulting. His experience includes international multi-year... engagements as well as Nordic projects within the areas of data protection, security governance and operating models, product security, and cyber risk management. He is a strong believer of cybersecurity being a diverse competency combining threat and geopolitics, business process skills, regulatory understanding, technical prevention proficiency and not least sound risk management for prioritizing what to do.more