- Sophisticated Cyber Threats and Attacks: As the cyber threat landscape continues to evolve with increasingly sophisticated and persistent attacks, learn how to defend against advanced threats that can bypass traditional security measures
- Supply Chain and Third-Party Risk: Brainstorm the best ways to assess and manage the security posture of vendors, partners, and suppliers to prevent potential vulnerabilities from compromised systems
- Zero Trust Implementation: How can you rethink traditional security models, establish strict access controls, and ensure seamless user experiences?
- Regulatory and Compliance Complexities: Navigate a web of regulations, from GDPR and CCPA to emerging laws, and ensure their organization’s data handling practices align with these requirements
- Talent Acquisition and Retention: The persistent shortage of skilled IT professionals continues to challenge CIOs in building and maintaining high-performing teams. What do you need to do to attract top-tier talent, upskill existing employees, and foster a culture of continuous learning to navigate talent scarcity?
WELCOME TO CYBERSEC 2025 Where Visionary Cybersecurity Leaders Unite to Fortify Tomorrow's Digital Frontier!
Discover the ultimate gathering ground for trailblazing CISOs and cybersecurity leaders at CyberSec 2025. As the technology ecosystem continues to evolve at an unprecedented pace, and every digital interaction carries unprecedented importance, the role of the CISO has never been more critical.
Join us at CyberSec 2025 and discover the insights, strategies, and connections that will empower you to safeguard the digital landscape of the future.
CyberSec 2025 is not just a conference; it's a nexus of innovation, collaboration, and forward-thinking insight.
Our high-level keynote presentations, interactive panels and round table discussions, led by industry luminaries and visionaries, will delve into the most pressing challenges and emerging trends in the cybersecurity landscape.
From AI-powered threat detection to blockchain-driven data integrity, our agenda is tailored to empower you with the tools and knowledge to stay ahead of the cyber curve.
Engage with a community of like-minded professionals who share your passion for defending against digital threats, and explore innovative solutions that will shape the future of cybersecurity.
Your seat at the CyberSec 2025 table awaits – let's shape the future together!
JUST SOME OF OUR CONFIRMED ATTENDEES...
JUST SOME OF OUR CONFIRMED PARTNERS...
SPEAKERS, WORKSHOP & ROUNDTABLE LEADERS
Syed Ishaq Bukhari
HelloFresh Group
Global Head of Security
Kolja Oswald
OPSWAT
Regional Sales Manager
Veaceslav Driglov
Oikos Group
Chief Digital Officer
Dr. Fawsy Bendeck
Accenture
Senior Principal
Markus Bauer
Acronis
Senior Technology Evangelist
Abhinaya Tayi
Forwardis Group
CIO
Kristof Riecke
Rackspace Technology
Field CISO DACH
Sara Michelazzo
Thoughtworks
Head of Strategy and Innovation
Abir Ghattas
Human Rights Watch
Chief Information Officer
Suraj Mohandas
Thoughtworks
Global Director of IT
250
Thought Leaders on Site
30 +
Solutions on Show
57%
of IT leaders have been given extra budget to cope with the post-Covid WFH scenario
71%
of IT leaders prefer physical events to virtual events
42%
of IT leaders identify data security as a top priority
TOPICS TO BE COVERED INCLUDE
Who Should Attend?
FIELD
IT Security, 78%
Data, 12%
Governance, 10%
SENIORITY
C-Level, 60%
Directors/VP, 25%
Project Leads, 15%
- WFH & Hybrid
- Digital Transformation
- Cloud
- Collaboration
- Security
- Tooling
- Leadership
“Great discussions with other like-minded experts” – EAO
“A super opportunity to take a step back, reflect, see“A super opportunity to take a step back, reflect, see & learn things from other industries.”& learn things from other industries.” – IQVIA
“The room was truly world class. You could not imagine a better group to discuss what we discussed” – RightCrowd
EPN IT Vision at a Glance / Top 3 reasons you should attend
1: Save time & money by meeting your peers & discovering new technologies all in one place
2: Take part in dynamic discussions, tailored to you and your specific business concerns
3: 10+ hours of networking opportunities. Coordinate meetings, share your experiences, listen to talks.
You have full control of your agenda.
Expert Insights
20 + technology leaders will be delivering data, debate & discussions. Learn from the mistakes & successes of experts from some of the UK’s largest organisations…
Exclusive Features
A new awards show, match-made meetings, a full day of interactive roundtables, complimentary access to co-located events, and much more to take advantage of…
Like-minded Senior Peers
Meet with CIOs, CISO, CDOs, & CTOs to share experiences & get tangible take-home lessons, in both formal & informal networking opportunities…
New Technologies
Join the expo to see the latest technologies that can transform your business. Product demos available to discover what can work for you…
YOUR AGENDA FOR THE DAY (CLICK BELOW TO EXPAND)
8:15 Registration and Coffee
9:15 Opening Keynote Presentation: A Battle-Tested Framework for Building a High-Value IT Department
New technical needs popping up daily, too many priorities, under-pressure business stakeholder. Sounds familiar? What if you could shift your focus from keeping the lights on to igniting your business? This talk empowers you, the business leader or product manager, with a proven framework to transform your IT department from a tech delivery center to a business value powerhouse.
Suraj Mohandas, Global Director of IT, Thoughtworks
Sara Michelazzo, Head of Strategy and Innovation, Thoughtworks
9:45 Solution Spotlight Sessions
Solution spotlight #1 A Day in the Life of a File by Kolja Oswald, Regional Sales Manager, OPSWAT
Solution spotlight #2 RESERVED FOR CODE BLUE CYBER
Solution spotlight #3 Less Complexity, More Security: How Unified Tools Empower IT Teams by Markus Bauer, Senior Technology Evangelist, Acronis
Solution spotlight #4 – Reserved for Pluralsight
10:45 Morning Coffee and Networking
11:15 - 12:00 Interactive Roundtable B1: Proactive Cyber Defence: Staying Ahead of Threats in an AI-Driven World
- Leveraging machine learning for anomaly detection and incident response
- Preparing for AI-powered cyberattacks, ransomware evolution, and deepfake exploitation
- Best practices for collaborating across industries to identify and neutralise threats early
- Avoiding false positives while ensuring rapid detection and response
Dr. Fawsy Bendeck, Senior Principal, Accenture
12:15 - 13:00 Interactive Roundtable B2: Zero Trust in Practice: Building a Secure and Resilient Enterprise Architecture
- Key barriers to adopting Zero Trust frameworks and how to overcome them
- Strategies for implementing least privilege principles and multi-factor authentication
- Designing and maintaining segmented networks to minimise breach impact
- Zero trust for remote workforces: addressing the unique challenges posed by hybrid and remote working models.
Kristof Riecke, Field CISO DACH, Rackspace Technology
13:00 Lunch and Networking
13:45 - 14:30 Interactive Roundtable B3: Cybersecurity Compliance and Governance: Navigating Evolving Regulations
- Preparing for upcoming laws: staying ahead of EU and German cybersecurity regulations, including the NIS2 Directive
- Balancing regulatory requirements with the need to innovate and remain competitive
- Third-party risk management: Ensuring supply chain security and compliance with contractual obligations
- Developing effective frameworks for measuring and demonstrating compliance success
14:45 Closing Panel Discussion: Beyond 2025: Shaping the Future of IT and Cybersecurity Leadership in Germany
- The CIO-CISO Vision for 2030: Predictions for the evolution of IT and cybersecurity roles in the next five years
- Emerging technologies: how will advancements in AI, quantum computing, and 6G redefine opportunities and threats?
- Exploring how cross-functional teams and strategic partnerships can drive value
- Legacy vs. innovation: strategies for modernizing legacy systems while embracing disruptive technologies
- Audience Q&A: an interactive dialogue to address pressing questions and actionable takeaways for the future
Abir Ghattas, CIO, Human Rights Watch
Abhinaya Tayi, CIO, Forwardis Group
Veaceslav Driglov, Chief Digital Officer, Oikos Group
Syed Ishaq Bukhari, Global Head of Security, HelloFresh Group
Moderated by:
Kristof Riecke, Field CISO DACH, Rackspace Technology
15:15 End of Conference
YOUR TECHNOLOGY SHOWCASE
Are you looking to showcase what you have on offer? Connect with the leading decision-makers in IT through thought-leadership, brand awareness, & personal 1-on-1 time. Build your trust & demonstrate your value at EPN IT Vision 2025.
Sponsorship packages can be tailored-made to meet your requirements. Contact the sponsorship team to find out how you can utilise your opportunity to meet the CIO community.
- ITSM
- Identity & Access Management
- Communications
- API
- IOT
- Remote IT
- CRM & ERP
- DevOps
- Network Infrastructure
- 3rd Party Risk
- Cloud Management
- Data Management
- AI & Automation
- Mobile & Applications
- Monitoring & Reporting
- Security
TITANIUM
- Exhibition Space in Tier 1 Area
- Product Demo
- Host a Roundtable
- 5 x 121 meetings in the build up and over the course of the day
Co-branding on All Literature - Priority networking
- Bespoke Thought Leadership Dinner the night before
PLATINUM
- Exhibition Space in Tier 1 Area
- Product Demo/ Keynote Speech
- 5 x 121 meetings in the build up and over the course of the day
- Co-branding on All Literature
- Priority networking
- Host a Roundtable
GOLD
- Exhibition Space in Tier 1 Area
- Product Demo
- 5 x 121 Meetings in the build up and over the course of the day
- Co-Branding on All Literature
- Priority Networking
SILVER
- Exhibition space in Tier 2 Area
- 3 x 121 Meetings in the build-up and over the course of the day
- Co-Branding on Some Literature, Networking Sponsorship
BRONZE
- Exhibition space in Tier 3 Area
- Co-Branding on Some Literature
- Networking Sponsorship
ENTRY-LEVEL SPONSORS
- Branded Table in the Coffee Area
- Networking Sponsorship
Take Part in the Conference / Top 3 ways you can gain exposure
1: Meet the decision-makers of corporate technology. Get to know the people who create digital success.
2: Save time & money by touching- base with your existing clients, making new contacts, & showcasing your expertise all in one place.
3: We know the power of face-to-face business networking. You should be part of the conversation.
Thought-Leadership
Position yourself among the leading experts of IT development & application. Let the IT community know that you are integral expert in the conversation.
Brand Visibility
Get your foot in the door as IT leaders seek for new applications & technologies by showing the solution is out there… they just need to know what it is.
Demonstrating Value
Take part in the Product Demonstrations & showcase your capabilities, so that your potential clients can learn that you are right for them
Maintain Relationships
Attending our conferences offers invaluable face-to-face networking opportunities, fostering meaningful connections with industry leaders and peers. Additionally, engaging in live discussions enhances learning experiences, ensuring attendees stay ahead in their fields.