Speakers

Philipp Amann, Group CISO, Austrian Post (Post AG)

Philipp Amann is the Group Chief Information Security Officer of the Austrian Post (Post AG). In this role, he is responsible for managing the cyber security of the organisation and its subsidiaries in Austria and abroad. This includes topics such as NIS2 as well as data protection.
Prior to that, he was the Head of Strategy at Europol’s European Cybercrime Centre... (EC3). He oversaw the delivery of strategic and tactical cyber-security and cybercrime related products such as Europol’s Internet Organised Crime Threat Assessment. Other key areas of responsibility included the assessment of current and future technology trends, providing strategic support to investigations, driving innovation, engaging with EC3’s industry advisory groups, and managing international prevention & awareness activities (e.g. No More Ransome Initiative). He was a member of various advisory groups and task forces, for instance with the World Economic Forum and ENISA.
Before joining EC3, Mr Amann held positions with various international organisations such as the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons, the International Criminal Court, the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe and the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty Organization.
Mr Amann has more than 20 years of combined work experience and hands-on skills in cyber security and defense, combatting cybercrime, policy & governance, intelligence management, crypto analysis, digital forensics, software analysis & design, and digital transformation.
He has worked in various fields, including the financial sector, global disarmament and arms control, international investigations and on issues related to safety and security in cyberspace, topics he deeply cares about.
Mr Amann’s professional experience is complemented by a PhD degree and a Master’s degree in business informatics from the University of Vienna. He also holds an MSc in Forensic Computing and Cybercrime Investigation from the University College Dublin.
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Heidelinde Rameder, CISO, Borealis AG

With over a decade of experience and diverse roles in cybersecurity, Heidelinde has evolved into a strategic cybersecurity leader. She is CISO at Borealis AG, one of the world’s leading provider of advanced and sustainable polyolefin solutions and base chemicals with 6,000 employees and operating in over 120 countries.
She drives the strategic & operational... cybersecurity direction, cybersecurity mindset and awareness throughout the organization, and the continuous development of a robust ISMS & risk management system.
Her approach to cybersecurity has been honed over years, leveraging a strong, continuous educational background and experience.
Beyond her corporate role, she is actively involved in national and international cybersecurity & CISO communities, contributing to the broader discourse on cybersecurity, passionate about coaching and mentoring the next generation of experts and leaders in the IT and cybersecurity domain.
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Andrea Szeiler, Global CISO, Transcom

Andrea Szeiler is a passionate IT Cybersecurity expert working as the global CISO of Transcom. She is President of the Women4Cyber Hungary Chapter and is a mentor and the proud founder and former president of WITSEC (Women in IT Security) and serves as a role model for the next generation. She is an active member of several security initiatives and associations.... Her passion is to help motivated women to land their dream role in IT security by mentoring them and guiding them through potential challenges which they may face along this journey. She helps organisations and senior executives to protect the services provided to their clients by defining the appropriate controls according to the risk portfolio without spending more than is required. She also partners and builds strategic cooperations with stakeholders and business leaders to define global IT Security Governance Frameworks working together with SMEs and local compliance teams. She has built high performing teams delivering on critical business projects with a customer first approach.  more

Manit Sahib, Ethical Hacker, The Global Fund

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

Strahinja Miljkovic, Former Deputy CISO, Prinzhorn Group

Strahinja is Deputy CISO at Prinzhorn Group, a leading European packaging, paper, and recycling company operating in over 30 countries with 10.000 employees worldwide. As an IT-Security Specialist, he plays crucial role in ensuring the security and integrity of the company's computer systems, data, and networks, while also promoting security awareness among employees.... He is dedicated to safeguarding the company against cyber threats and contributing to a culture of security awareness that helps to protect our information assets and prevent security incidents. Formerly he was Section Commander at state Rescue Command Vienna working in crisis and risk management.
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Christoph Gruber, Head of IT Security, UNIQA IT Services GmbH

Christoph Gruber is Head of IT Security at UNIQA IT Services GmbH. He has 35 years of experience in IT, IT management and IT security management having worked previously for Deutsche Bank, Vodafone, among others.

Elsa Lischka, Senior IT Security Architect, OMV

Elsa is a senior security architect at OMV where she has worked for over three years. Prior to this she was at The Austrian Federal Computing Centre (BRZ) where she was involved in digital transformation and security. She has held numerous other roles in IT and security architecture in the areas of mobility and energy, government a global energy and chemicals company. Elsa... started her own tech-blog named ‚dots and bots’ to combine her passions: technology, lifestyle and writing.
(www.dotsandbots.com and @dotsandbots) more

Orion Beci, Cyber Adviser, Austria, CEE & Eastern Mediterranean, Marsh

I am the Cyber Adviser, Austria, CEE & Eastern Mediterranean at Marsh. I have a background in cybersecurity and early in my career worked as a programmer. I enjoy working in the world of insurance where I can simultaneously use my cybersecurity knowledge to find the best possible solutions for my clients.

Marian Kühnel, Information Security Architect, ÖBB

Marian Kühnel is an enterprise information security architect responsible for creating and maintaining the enterprise security architecture, posture, and strategy at ÖBB. He is a passionate IT Security professional with 20+ years of experience in the cybersecurity field, always eager to broaden his horizons and share insights with other peers.

Paolo Passeri, Principal Sales Engineer and Cyber Intelligence Specialist, Netskope

Paolo Passeri, cyber intelligence principal in Netskope, is a consultant, blogger, and security professional with over 20 year experience in the information security arena. His current interests include cloud threats and advanced malware detection and mitigation. Paolo is also the founder and maintainer of hackmageddon.com,... a collection of timelines and statistics of the main cyber-attacks occurred since 2011. The blog is considered a primary source of data and trends in the threat landscape across the Infosec community. more

Dr. Martin J. Krämer, Security Awareness Advocate, KnowBe4

Martin is a Security Awareness Advocate for KnowBe4 and has over 10 years of experience in industry and research. He earned his doctorate from the University of Oxford with a thesis on privacy in the shared use of smart home devices. His research contributes to a better understanding of the human factors in cybersecurity. Martin believes that companies need to empower... and encourage their employees to achieve resilience in cybersecurity. He regularly speaks and writes on the topics of Security Awareness and Privacy Behavior.more

Gabriel Stein, System Engineer, SUSE

System Engineer since 90s, loves to explore systems and their potential, in a serious relationship with Linux.

Julian Kanitz, Lead Sales Engineer DACH, Recorded Future

Julian Kanitz is Lead Sales Engineer at Recorded Future covering the DACH region. He has a deep knowledge in cyber security and threat intelligence and is focussed on helping enterprises, government agencies and large multinationals develop cyber defense strategies to prevent breaches and reduce risks. Before joining Recorded Future, Julian worked at Blueliv and Myra... Security. He holds a Master of Science in Industrial Engineering and also served 12 years in the German Military.
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Günter Esch, Managing Director, SEPPmail

Based on his many years of sales and management experience, Günter Esch has positioned SEPPmail GmbH as a leading solution provider for secure e-mail in Germany and Austria. Together with his experienced team, he sets the tone for the growth and expansion of business activities in these regions.In his role, Günter Esch drives forward all corporate issues and continues... to be one of the first points of contact for customers, partners and employees.
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Kevin Breuer, Sales Engineer, LogRhythm

Kevin Breuer retrained as an IT specialist in system integration during his time in the German Armed Forces before starting his career in IT security in 2012. As a Technical Consultant and later in the role of Sales Engineer, he acquired in-depth knowledge of a wide range of IT technologies, such as PaloAlto Networks, Sophos, Rapid7 and Greenbone Networks. As a Sales... Engineer, Kevin works for the security information and event management provider LogRhythm, where he is able to contribute his knowledge and experience in the field of IT security. more

Frank Schwaak, Field CTO EMEA, Rubrik

Frank Schwaak has been working as a data protection and recovery specialist for over 20 years. The focus of his work at various manufacturers such as SEP AG and Commvault was on backing up and restoring relational databases. During his career, he worked in the Technical Enablement/Training, Professional Services, Field Advisory Services and Product Management departments,... where he built his wealth of experience for the current position as EMEA Field CTO at Rubrik.more

Dominic Haussmann, Specialist Solutions Engineer - Zero Trust, Cloudflare

Dominic Haussmann is an experienced IT security expert with over 15 years of experience in IT security. His expertise spans various areas, particularly in IT security and network security. Before joining Cloudflare, he gained valuable experience at renowned companies such as CrowdStrike and Fortinet. At Cloudflare, his focus is on advising customers on Zero Trust,... a modern security strategy based on strict access controls. He has a deep understanding of the current threat landscape and is committed to helping organizations strengthen their security infrastructure and effectively defend against cyberattacks.more