7th CISO 360 Middle East

Sultan Altukhaim

Head of Security and Compliance (CISO), Google Cloud KSA; Board Risk Committee Member, Tasheel Finance (Saudi Arabia)

Sultan Altukhaim has more than 20 years’ experience in data governance and cybersecurity. He is Cloud CISO at Google Cloud KSA and serves on board risk committees including American Express Saudi Arabia, Arab National Bank and Tasheel Finance. He was previously General Manager of Cybersecurity and Data Governance at the Communications, Space and Technology Commission (CST), and CISO at the Saudi Investment Bank. He holds master’s degrees from Florida Tech and King Saud University and is a graduate of the MISK 2030 Leaders Program.

Anoop Kumar

Head of Information Security and GRC, Gulf News Al Nisr Publishing (UAE)

Anoop has more than 25 years’ experience across IT, specialising in information security, cybersecurity, governance, risk and compliance, and business continuity. At Gulf News he established and leads the cybersecurity department, developed the cybersecurity strategy following a major incident, and manages incident response. He has provided strategic security leadership to organisations in the UAE and Qatar.

Dr Viktor Polic

CISO, ILO – United Nations (Switzerland)

Viktor has more than two decades of experience in information management and governance, focusing on information security, risk management and assurance for large multilateral public-sector organisations. He contributes to inter-organisational working groups on security policy and standards, researches cryptography and data protection regulation, and teaches computer science at Webster University in Geneva.

Asimina Basdani

CISO, Head of Information Security Office, IDIKA S.M.S.A. (Greece)

Asimina is CISO and Head of the Information Security Office at the Greek E-Government Center for Health and Social Security (IDIKA), leading cybersecurity across critical national digital infrastructure. She began her career at IDIKA as a network security engineer and holds two master’s degrees. In 2026 she was a finalist for Cybersecurity Woman of the Year, Cybersecurity Woman of the World, and the Women in Cybersecurity Leadership Award at the CISO Awards in Barcelona.

Milena Maneva

Head of Business Continuity and Resilience EMEA, Cantor Fitzgerald (UK)

Lady Olga Maitland

President, Defence and Security Forum (UK)

Lady Olga Maitland has wide experience in governance, risk management and compliance, and in global fraud and corruption issues in particular. She advises a number of dignitaries and speaks widely on corporate governance. She is a former British MP and was previously a reporter and columnist in London.

James Sarner

Managing Director, JMS Risk Solutions; Founder, CrossRisk (UK)

Mohamed Amr

Senior Sales Engineer, Illumio (UAE)

Mohamed Amr is an experienced Security Consultant with a strong track record in the information security space. He specialises in introducing innovative, best-of-breed technologies to help organisations meet their compliance and cybersecurity challenges. Mohamed brings cross-industry expertise and a pragmatic approach to building secure, scalable ecosystems.

Adam Drabik

CISO, Manufacturing (UK)

Platinum Protectors

Illumio

Illumio is the leader in ransomware and breach containment, redefining how organisations contain cyberattacks and enable operational resilience. Powered by the Illumio AI Security Graph, its breach containment platform identifies and contains threats across hybrid multi-cloud environments, stopping the spread of attacks before they become disasters.

Recognised as a Leader in the Forrester Wave™ for Microsegmentation, Illumio enables Zero Trust, strengthening cyber resilience for the infrastructure, systems and organisations that keep the world running.

www.illumio.com

CISO 360 Innovators

QCC Global

QCC Global was founded in 1999 and is the world’s largest and most advanced TSCM services, bug sweeping, TSCM equipment and training, digital forensics and mobile phone forensics company. It holds the largest commercially held arsenal of TSCM equipment and more TSCM engineers than any other provider, all holding current commercial and government vetting.

QCC Global is respected for its pro bono academic and technology contributions to the counter-surveillance, cyber forensics and information security sectors. Its mission: “Keeping your business, your business”.

www.qccglobal.com

Intel 471

Intel 471 equips enterprises and government agencies with intelligence-driven security offerings powered by real-time insights into cyber adversaries, threat patterns and potential attacks relevant to their operations. By integrating human-sourced intelligence with advanced automation and curation, its platform helps teams prioritise controls and detections based on real-time cyber threats, across Cyber Threat Exposure, Cyber Threat Intelligence and Cyber Threat Hunting.

www.intel471.com

Supporting Organisations

ISC2 Türkiye Chartering Chapter

The ISC2 Türkiye Chartering Chapter is a non-profit professional community initiative dedicated to advancing the cybersecurity discipline across Türkiye under the global standards of ISC2. Currently in its official chartering phase, the chapter serves as a local hub for cybersecurity leaders, practitioners and aspiring professionals to collaborate, share knowledge and strengthen the region’s digital resilience.

Core objectives

Professional growth and certification: supporting members through career mentorship, study groups and guidance on achieving and maintaining credentials such as CISSP, CCSP and CC.
Knowledge exchange: hosting technical workshops, webinars, panel discussions and research sharing on emerging cybersecurity trends, threats and governance.
Community and networking: connecting cybersecurity professionals across government, corporate, academic and independent sectors in Türkiye.
Industry awareness: promoting good practice in cybersecurity, privacy and digital trust for organisations and communities throughout the region.

Information Security Forum (ISF)

Founded in 1989, the Information Security Forum (ISF) is an independent organisation driven by its Members, ranging from Fortune 500 and Forbes 2000 listed corporations to public-sector bodies and government departments.

Its business-driven solutions provide organisations with the guidance, tools and methodologies needed to tackle the wide-ranging governance, risk and compliance challenges facing businesses around the world.

securityforum.org

Who attends

Designations

Chief Information Security Officer / Head of Information Security
Director Cybersecurity / Cyber Threat Intelligence
Director Security / Security Operations
Director Monitoring / Response
Chief Operations Officer / Director Operational Risk
Director Security Planning / Risk / Innovation
Director Fraud / Payments
CIO / Director ICT / IT Governance
Chief Risk Officer / Compliance
Chief IT Auditor / Head of IT Audit
Group Business Director and Senior In-house Counsel

Industries

Aerospace and defence
Automotive
Banking
Central, regional and local government
CERTs
Construction
Consumer goods
Energy and utilities
Healthcare and pharmaceutical
Industrial engineering
Insurance
Internet and software
Legal
Manufacturing
Media
National law enforcement
Real estate and business conglomerates
Regulators
Retail
Telecommunications
Transport and shipping
Travel, leisure and hospitality

Venue

InterContinental Istanbul
Gümüşsuyu, Asker Ocağı Cd. No:1
34435 Beyoğlu, İstanbul, Türkiye

The 7th CISO 360 and 2nd CSO 360 Middle East 2026 are hosted at the InterContinental Istanbul, a five-star high-rise hotel in the Taksim district with views over the Bosphorus and the historic skyline. The hotel has a top-floor City Lights bar, Turkish and international dining, and a spa with an outdoor heated pool and Turkish baths.

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Discounted accommodation

Pulse Conferences has arranged a discounted bed-and-breakfast rate of EUR 160 (£137.29) per room, per night, for one person. Taxes may apply. Book by 31 October 2026.

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Tier 1 Delegate Pass

In-house security practitioners

£495

For in-house practitioners: people doing the role of CISO, CIO, CTO, CSO, cyber threat intelligence professional, risk manager or other in-house executive roles. This rate does not apply to people or companies providing advisory services or solutions to the security community.

Inclusions

Entry to the 7th CISO 360 Middle East conference and roundtables (10 November, full day) and roundtables (11 November: morning, lunch and networking)
Invitation to all networking activities (9, 10 and 11 November)
Access to the co-located 2nd CSO 360 Middle East sessions
Post-event presentation materials (subject to speaker opt-out)
Certificate of attendance on request. Up to 11 CPE/CPD credits towards (ISC)² (CISSP), ISACA (CISM, CISA, CRISC), EC-Council (CEH), ASIS International (CPP, PSP, PCI) and The Security Institute (CSyP, MSyI, FSyI)
Automatic invitation to the Security 360 Circle (monthly virtual roundtables)

Exclusions

Travel, accommodation and all other costs of joining the event

Tier 2 Networking Pass

For providers and advisers

£1,995 + applicable tax

A limited number of Networking Passes for senior executives at provider, vendor or distributor companies, or independent advisers to the security community, to benefit from the business development and learning opportunities of attending.

Inclusions

Entry to the 7th CISO 360 Middle East conference and roundtables (10 November, full day) and roundtables (11 November: morning, lunch and networking)
Invitation to all networking activities (9, 10 and 11 November)
Access to the co-located 2nd CSO 360 Middle East sessions
Post-event presentation materials (subject to speaker opt-out)
Certificate of attendance on request. Up to 11 CPE/CPD credits towards (ISC)² (CISSP), ISACA (CISM, CISA, CRISC), EC-Council (CEH), ASIS International (CPP, PSP, PCI) and The Security Institute (CSyP, MSyI, FSyI)
Automatic invitation to the Security 360 Circle (monthly virtual roundtables)

Exclusions

Travel, accommodation and all other costs of joining the event

Tier 3 Speakers, Sponsors and Supporting Associations

Pre-confirmed with the Pulse team

By arrangement

If your participation has already been confirmed with the Pulse team, register here.

Terms and conditions

Payment policy

Payment is due in full at the time of registration. Your registration will not be confirmed until payment is received and may be subject to cancellation. Early-bird and other discounts require payment at the time of registration and before any cut-off date, and cannot be combined with other offers.

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Cancellation, postponement and substitution

You may substitute a delegate at any time by notifying Pulse Conferences. No credit will be issued for cancellations within seven days of the event (inclusive); only a valid doctor’s note entitles you to a 100% credit for another Pulse event within one year. Cancellations received in writing at least eight days before the event receive a 90% credit for another Pulse event within one year. Cancellations received in writing at least 60 days before the event receive a 100% credit, or a 90% refund if you cannot attend another event. A 10% administration fee is retained on all permitted cancellations.

If Pulse Conferences postpones or cancels an event, you will receive a 100% credit, or a 100% refund if you cannot use it. Pulse Conferences may alter the advertised speakers or topics if necessary; changes will be published on the website.

Code of conduct

Pulse is dedicated to providing an inclusive and harassment-free experience for everyone. We do not tolerate harassment of our community in any form. Participants violating these rules may be sanctioned or expelled from current or future events without credit or refund. Please raise any concerns with the team at teampulse@pulseconferences.com.

Health and safety, force majeure and indemnity

Events are organised in line with the latest health and safety regulations and guidance of the host country. Pulse Conferences may virtualise the programme, postpone or relocate the event if delayed by circumstances outside its reasonable control. We advise booking flexible or refundable travel and accommodation. Pulse Conferences is not liable for any claim, loss, damage or cost arising from attendee participation.

Use of multimedia and privacy

Pulse Conferences may photograph and film the event and use the footage for promotional purposes. If you prefer not to be included, tell us in writing before the event or at the registration desk and you will be given a distinctive badge. Read the Pulse Conferences privacy policy for how we handle your data.

Video testimonials

Interviews filmed at recent CISO 360 events.

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What delegates say

“Very informative and experienced speakers from all different capabilities and sectors, which made the forum extremely worthwhile. Our connections in the region were built rapidly and our pipeline as a direct result will get larger.”
John Quinn, EMEA Director, Global Cyber Security Partnerships, Mastercard Cyber and Intelligence

“Once you attend CISO 360, you become a part of the family. This community building through shared experiences makes it different from other conferences!”
Viktor Polic, CISO, ILO – United Nations

“Very professional speakers, panels are to the point and we discuss what the industry needs now.”
Joseph Makram, CIO, EAL Bank

“Great networking and learning from various cyber gurus!”
Sajjad Ahmad, Director of Security, DP World

“You brought the world’s cyber concern to the UAE for awareness and also brought world experts to provide advice based on their own experience!”
Head of Planning and IT Security, Al Dhafra Region Municipality (UAE)

“The company and the thought-provoking sessions over the course of the conference have been fantastic. It has made me think about cyber risks and resilience in a different way.”
Matthias Muhlert, CISO, HARIBO

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Gulf, Türkiye and the wider EMEA field, in one room