SecureWorld Houston 2026

Rodney Beard, CISSP, is a cybersecurity consultant with Cyber Risk Opportunities LLC, bringing more than 20 years of experience protecting organizations across defense, government, and financial services sectors.

Most recently, Rodney served as Information Security Officer at Rivermark Community Credit Union, a $2B institution in Oregon, where he built and led the enterprise security program for seven years. His responsibilities included penetration testing, security architecture, incident response, vendor risk management, and developing security awareness training for employees.

Prior to financial services, Rodney spent eight years as an IT Specialist with the U.S. Army at White Sands Missile Range, where he served as Information Management Officer responsible for IT security across 22 regional locations and 250 employees. He implemented security policies aligned with NIST, Federal, and DoD standards while managing a program portfolio valued at $2.5 million.

Rodney has also taught technology courses as an Adjunct Instructor at Vista College, preparing students for CompTIA A+ and Network+ certifications.

He holds the CISSP certification, CompTIA Security+, Network+, and A+, along with multiple Microsoft certifications. Rodney is based in Casper, Wyoming, and works remotely with clients nationwide.

Michael Oberlaender brings 25 years of experience as a Global CISO and 10 years of board-level leadership to some of the most pressing challenges in enterprise security. He is the creator of Security-by-Design and coined the term SecDevOps—concepts that have shaped how organizations approach integrated, proactive security strategy.

A prolific voice in the industry, Michael is the author of three books on CISO leadership and strategy, Editor-in-Chief of the My Take thought leadership newsletter on LinkedIn, and has contributed 100+ articles quoted across outlets including the Wall Street Journal, CSOOnline, CIO, and ComputerWorld.

He holds an MS in Physics from the University of Heidelberg and maintains a deep portfolio of certifications including CISSP, CISM, CGEIT, CRISC, CISA, and TOGAF, among others.

As the Cyber Practice Leader, Gabrielle Bryant focuses on the strategic and operational vision regarding how cyber exposures will impact our clients as well as researching methodologies to mitigate emerging cyber threats and their intersectionality with other lines of coverage.

Before becoming Cyber Practice Leader, Gabrielle Bryant was a Cybersecurity Advisory Consultant responsible for delivering targeted technical assessments and conducting cybersecurity risk assessments using industry standard frameworks.

Gabrielle held the position as Senior Cyber Broker with Aon’s Cyber Solutions Southwest team, which provided her with a strong foundation in Cyber and Professional Liability risks and was also an Account Executive/Broker with the Aon Ascent team, which focuses on small to medium sized business.

Gabrielle earned a M.Sc. from Saint Mary's University of MN and a Bachelor in Business Administration degree in Risk Management and Insurance from Baylor University.

Erin Johnston is a seasoned cybersecurity leader with over two decades of experience spanning the energy and technology sectors. Currently serving as an Enterprise Security BISO at Salesforce, Erin leads a high-impact team responsible for embedding risk-based controls that enable innovation without compromising security. Her team plays a pivotal role in supporting Salesforce's internal organization, with a focus on securing AI-enabled products and building foundational controls for emerging internal technologies.

Before joining Salesforce, Erin spent 17 years in the oil and gas industry, where she held progressively senior roles across IT audit, cloud security, and internal security controls. This diverse background has given her a deep understanding of how to drive enterprise-scale security improvements across highly regulated environments.

A graduate of Louisiana State University with a Bachelor of Science in Information Systems and Decision Sciences, Erin is also a Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA). She is passionate about advancing the intersection of innovation and cybersecurity, with particular emphasis on secure AI adoption and governance. Erin recently spoke at the 2024 Better Business Bureau SPARK Conference, sharing insights on responsible innovation and secure technology enablement.

Outside of work, Erin enjoys spending time with her husband and two children. She is active in her local community as a volunteer youth sports coach, leading both soccer and softball teams.

As a Director-level BISO at Leidos, Jo Justice, with delegated CISO authority, leads risk-based security decision making. Additionally, she provides strategic cybersecurity leadership, architectural design direction, and risk-based governance oversight to align cybersecurity initiatives with enterprise business objectives.

With more than 30 years in IT and cybersecurity, Jo has led global cyber defense initiatives, enterprise endpoint transformations, and major M&A security integrations. But beyond her technical and strategic leadership, Jo is recognized for something equally powerful, her passion for developing people within the cybersecurity space.

Jo believes one of the greatest risks in cybersecurity today isn’t technology, it’s burnout. Especially among high-performing women who often over function, overdeliver, and overextend. Her mentorship philosophy centers on three principles: Identify Potential, Inspire Growth, and Integrate Purpose. She is deeply committed to mentoring cyber inspired individuals within cybersecurity to lead sustainably, set boundaries without guilt, and build influence without sacrificing themselves in the process.

As Co-Chair of the NIST NICE Modernize Talent Management Working Group, Jo helps shape national strategies to strengthen and retain cybersecurity talent. She is also a co-author of the 2025 NIST white paper Empowering Organizations to Retain Skilled Cybersecurity Talent for Long-Term Success, advancing practical approaches to workforce sustainability.

Jo holds a Master of Science in Cybersecurity & Information Assurance and certifications including CISSP, GPEN, GCIH, SSCP, and GSTRT. She serves on the SANS GIAC Advisory Board and has recently been accepted into the SANS Technology Institute Master of Science in Information Security Engineering (MSISE) program.

At her core, Jo is a mentor, builder of leaders, and advocate for high-capacity professionals who deserve high-impact careers without high personal cost.

Cliff Steinhauer is a passionate information security and privacy professional. Currently based in Seattle, he has over a decade of experience in sales, marketing, and project management. With the National Cybersecurity Alliance, Cliff works to direct community engagement through live events, educates through thought leadership, and runs the Cybersecurity program for NCA. Cliff enjoys sharing the message of securing your digital life, protecting information systems and the people that run them, and mentoring young folks to promote interest in the field.​

Mary Dickerson is Associate Vice President and Chief Information Security Officer for UTHealth Houston. As CISO, she is responsible for strategic planning and implementation of information security practices, encompassing a range of activities from compliance to identity and access management. Ms. Dickerson has a BS from Texas A&M University and an MBA from the University of Houston. She is a graduate of the FBI CISO Academy at Quantico and holds a variety of industry certifications, including CISM, CISSP, and PMP. Ms. Dickerson was named a Top Global CISO by Cyber Defense Magazine in 2023 and was a Houston CISO ORBIE Awards finalist in 2025 and 2026.

Ms. Dickerson is a member of the leadership teams of several information security advisory committees, boards, and special interest groups. She has previously served as Vice-Chair of the Texas Cybersecurity Council, an appointed member of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Data Privacy and Integrity Committee (DPIAC), and the FBI InfraGard Houston Chapter Board of Directors. Believing in the value of all forms of community service and the critical role of first responders, Ms. Dickerson is a 25+ year member of the Nassau Bay Volunteer Fire Department and an Accredited Basic Firefighter for the State of Texas.

Octavio Herrera, a cum laude graduate from Norwich’s University MSIA program, has held a number of information security positions within Fortune 500 companies. During his 25+ years career he has led the regulatory compliance program at Alcoa’s largest business unit, managed the IT Security program for American Family Life Assurance Company of Columbus (AFLAC), served as Information Security Officer for the Houston Independent School district – the seventh largest district in the nation and the largest in Texas - an since 2013, he leads the cyber security practice for Occidental Petroleum Corporation (OXY).

Mr. Herrera has been honored as one of the “Top 40 Hispanics under 40” by Hispanic Engineer & Information Technology magazine and featured in Fortune Magazine’s March 2009 article, “How to Get a Job”.

Mr. Herrera is one of the original founding members of the Oil and Natural Energy Information Sharing and Analysis Center (ONE-ISAC) where he currently serves as a chairman of the board and has been honored as a finalist for the 2024 Houston CISO ORBIE Award, a program that recognizes excellence in technology leadership for Cyber Security leaders nationwide.

Retired U.S. Navy veteran and cybersecurity Leader. Passionately helping to build and transform information security strategies and programs that work for the business.

Keith has more than 25 years of cybersecurity experience, including over a decade serving as a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) in the transportation sector.

Keith currently serves as CISO at The Friedkin Group, where he oversees cybersecurity for a highly diverse portfolio of companies spanning automotive, logistics, manufacturing, insurance, and retail.

Previously, Keith served as CISO at Universal Weather and Aviation, a leading global aviation services company operating across 50 international locations, where he focused extensively on global security threats, international regulatory compliance and aviation security.

Keith began his cybersecurity career at The Boeing Company, where he led key security initiatives including international IT security operations, software security, IT risk management, and supply chain security. As a Cyber Security Technical Fellow, he continued to oversee critical security programs across the company.

His work building high-performing security teams has earned him and his organization numerous industry recognitions, including the 2026 & 2025 CSO50 awards, 2025 Top 100 CISOs, 2024 CISO Hall of Fame induction, 2024 Houston large enterprise CISO of the Year, and inclusion in Forbes’ 2023 list of Most Cybersecure Companies.

Keith is an active contributor to the cybersecurity community as a frequent speaker and advisory board member. His past industry contributions include serving as a U.S. delegate to the International Standards Organization (ISO), leading the OWASP Secure Coding Practices Project, and contributing to the Open Group’s Trusted Technology Provider Framework. He has been a speaker at industry leading events including Blackhat, Hacker Halted, Bsides, Appsec USA, Appsec EU and many others.

Keith holds multiple professional certifications, a master’s degree in computer systems, and is a graduate of the FBI CISO Academy at Quantico.

Cliff Steinhauer is a passionate information security and privacy professional. Currently based in Seattle, he has over a decade of experience in sales, marketing, and project management. With the National Cybersecurity Alliance, Cliff works to direct community engagement through live events, educates through thought leadership, and runs the Cybersecurity program for NCA. Cliff enjoys sharing the message of securing your digital life, protecting information systems and the people that run them, and mentoring young folks to promote interest in the field.​

Marcus McCauther is a native Houstonian and Senior Cybersecurity Analyst at MD Anderson Cancer Center. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from Prairie View A&M University and brings a background in digital forensics from law enforcement. Marcus has hands-on experience aligned with NIST frameworks and regulatory standards including HIPAA, CJIS, and FERPA, with a focus on securing high-risk healthcare environments.

Ashish Shah is a Director of Cybersecurity at MD Anderson Cancer Center, where he has oversight of Cybersecurity Risk Management, Vulnerability Management, Identity & Access Management, and Account Services. With a strategic focus on safeguarding the institution, Ashish joined MD Anderson in September 2025 and brings over 20 years of experience in building resilient cybersecurity programs across multiple organizations. He holds 3 recognized certifications in Cybersecurity and has presented at multiple conferences in the past. Ashish is passionate about fostering a culture of security awareness and is committed to empowering teams to navigate the evolving threat landscape with confidence.

Rebekah Skeete is a cybersecurity leader, nonprofit executive, and passionate advocate for accessibility and diversity in technology. As CEO and Executive Director of BlackGirlsHack, she empowers underrepresented communities through mentorship, education, and career development in cybersecurity. Recognized with the 2025 empowHERaccess Global Prestige Award for Community Leadership and named to the 2024 Dallas Business Journal 40 Under 40, Rebekah is celebrated for her innovation, leadership, and lasting impact on the industry. She has also served as a Senior Security Engineer, designing and managing secure infrastructures to protect critical systems. Holding certifications including GIAC Strategic Planning, Policy, and Leadership (GSTRT), and completing programs like the Women’s Entrepreneurship program at eCornell, Rebekah brings both technical expertise and strategic vision to her work. Beyond her professional achievements, she is a podcaster, speaker, and voice-over artist, inspiring the next generation of cybersecurity professionals to break barriers and thrive.

Dan Broussard is a seasoned cybersecurity executive with nearly three decades of experience leading high-performing enterprise sales organizations, building strategic channel ecosystems, and delivering sustained revenue growth across the cybersecurity and enterprise technology landscape. He is known for his ability to blend strategic vision with operational execution, consistently delivering growth while building strong customer and partner relationships across the cybersecurity ecosystem. Dan is currently the VP of global channel and alliances at Concentric.AI, a start-up company in data security.

He holds a Bachelor of Science degree with a minor in Chemistry from Louisiana State University and has completed advanced sales and leadership training including MEDDIC certification, EcSell Institute management training, and Sandler sales methodology.

Michael Oberlaender brings 25 years of experience as a Global CISO and 10 years of board-level leadership to some of the most pressing challenges in enterprise security. He is the creator of Security-by-Design and coined the term SecDevOps—concepts that have shaped how organizations approach integrated, proactive security strategy.

A prolific voice in the industry, Michael is the author of three books on CISO leadership and strategy, Editor-in-Chief of the My Take thought leadership newsletter on LinkedIn, and has contributed 100+ articles quoted across outlets including the Wall Street Journal, CSOOnline, CIO, and ComputerWorld.

He holds an MS in Physics from the University of Heidelberg and maintains a deep portfolio of certifications including CISSP, CISM, CGEIT, CRISC, CISA, and TOGAF, among others.

Roya Gordon is seasoned cybersecurity executive with 20 years of experience leading enterprise and Operational Technology (OT) cybersecurity, compliance, security operations, IR & Crisis Management, and IT Disaster Recovery (ITDR) initiatives. She has led cybersecurity teams at large energy organizations spanning solar, wind, batteries, and power plants across the US and Canada.

IT and managed security sales specialist with over fifteen years of experience. Proficient at gathering business requirements, analyzing business needs, and presenting technology strategies and solutions that align with business objectives. My main goal is to help the enterprise increase user productivity, decrease risk and control costs.

Specialties: Cybersecurity, EDR, MDR and XDR services, Managed aiSIEM, Penetration Testing & Vulnerability Assessment, Managed IT Services, Virtualization, Data Storage and Protection, Data Center Solutions, Disaster Recovery Expertise and Network Infrastructure Solutions.

Mr. Kar is the Information Security Advisor for Fort Bend ISD, the 7th largest school district in TX with ~74,500 students, ~11,000 employees and contractors spanning 80+ educational and administrative campuses. Chris has previously held leadership roles at both public and private sector organizations including Memorial Hermann, the U.S. House of Representatives, the State of Michigan and Michigan State Univerity (where he also graduated). He is the Houston InfraGard Education SIG Chief, is a CISSP (since 2002) and expects to complete a Master's in Information Security and Assurance later this year.

Cybersecurity executive with 18+ years of experience supporting organizations, boards, and founders on cyber risk, governance, and security transformation during growth and change.

David's work centers on aligning cybersecurity strategy with business objectives, strengthening governance and risk management, and guiding leadership teams through complex transitions across regulated industries, including aviation, energy, construction, and professional services.

He advises and invests in early-stage cybersecurity startups, serving as a non-fiduciary advisor, angel investor, and limited partner in multiple cybersecurity-focused investment funds. He provides experience-based guidance on customer discovery, ICP definition, enterprise buyer expectations, product-market alignment, and go-to-market readiness, with a strong focus on connecting founders with CISOs, design partners, and senior technology leaders to accelerate validation and early adoption.

He brings a background spanning enterprise cybersecurity, IT strategy, compliance, and data privacy, with a proven ability to translate technical risk into clear business impact for executive and board audiences. I remain active in the cybersecurity community through board service, speaking, and mentorship.

MBA (Information Technology), BS in Cybersecurity & Information Assurance, 20+ certifications, including CISSP, CISM, and CIPM.

David believes strong cybersecurity is built on trust, governance, and clear communication.

Dr. Eric Cole, DPS is a cybersecurity expert, entrepreneur, public figure, and best-selling author. Dr. Cole has built a solid reputation in the cybersecurity industry over the last three decades. His career has advanced from starting as a professional hacker for the CIA to becoming the 44th President's com-missioner on cyber security to currently advising companies and teaching professionals on how to implement security measures that serve as a business enabler. His accomplishments have earned him an in-duction into the Information Security Hall of Fame and have awarded him as a Cyber Wingman from the US Air Force. His recognition has caught the interest of current clients, who include international banking institutions, Fortune 500 organizations, Bill Gates, and Saudi Aramco. His entrepreneurial accomplishments include three successful exits building eight-, nine-, and ten-figure organizations. Se-cure Anchor Consulting is his fourth cyber security business venture. Aside from his seasoned technical expertise, Dr. Cole is a well-known public figure and author of various publications. He recently released his eighth book, Cyber Crisis, which debuted at #1 on the Wall Street Journal's bestseller list. Dr. Cole is currently focusing on fulfilling his purpose of being on this planet to end suffering in cyber-space and his mission to secure cyberspace, by making cyberspace a safe place to live, work and raise a family.

With 30+ years of technology related experience, Linda White has possessed a wide variety of Information Security and IT related roles over three decades within the Enterprise, Government, and non-profit space. Linda currently serves as the Director of Information Security at Axiom Medical. Prior roles include various Information Security functions at Thomson Reuters and UiPath. Additional roles include Global CCNA curricula development Manager for Cisco Networking Academy, and WAN and Network Services Manager for 57 Texas Public School Districts as well serving as a Technology Director while teaching secondary business and computer classes.

Linda holds CISSP, CISM and CDPSE certifications. She is an active member of the Greater Houston ISACA, InfraGard, University of Houston Victoria Cybersecurity, and other Advisory Board functions. Linda is a proponent of Women in cybersecurity initiatives which include SIM Women of Houston, WiCyS and enjoys mentoring women in the cybersecurity field. Volunteer efforts include Ronald McDonald House Charities and teaching young girls the merits of a career in cybersecurity through Girl Scouts. She holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from the Mays School of Business at Texas A&M University and a Masters in Educational Technology Leadership from Lubbock Christian University. Linda strives to achieve a well-balanced lifestyle through various volunteer efforts and traveling to Oregon and Singapore to spend time with her two daughters and their families which include five grandchildren, in addition to waterskiing, fishing and yoga.

Dr. Eric Cole, DPS is a cybersecurity expert, entrepreneur, public figure, and best-selling author. Dr. Cole has built a solid reputation in the cybersecurity industry over the last three decades. His career has advanced from starting as a professional hacker for the CIA to becoming the 44th President's com-missioner on cyber security to currently advising companies and teaching professionals on how to implement security measures that serve as a business enabler. His accomplishments have earned him an in-duction into the Information Security Hall of Fame and have awarded him as a Cyber Wingman from the US Air Force. His recognition has caught the interest of current clients, who include international banking institutions, Fortune 500 organizations, Bill Gates, and Saudi Aramco. His entrepreneurial accomplishments include three successful exits building eight-, nine-, and ten-figure organizations. Se-cure Anchor Consulting is his fourth cyber security business venture. Aside from his seasoned technical expertise, Dr. Cole is a well-known public figure and author of various publications. He recently released his eighth book, Cyber Crisis, which debuted at #1 on the Wall Street Journal's bestseller list. Dr. Cole is currently focusing on fulfilling his purpose of being on this planet to end suffering in cyber-space and his mission to secure cyberspace, by making cyberspace a safe place to live, work and raise a family.

Bryan Perkola, CISSP, CISM, is a passionate cybersecurity professional with more than 40 years of IT experience and 20 years of cybersecurity expertise in organizations across manufacturing, retail, and finance. Bryan holds multiple bachelor's degrees from the University of Houston and received his master’s degree in Cybersecurity from WGU, in addition to numerous industry certifications. Bryan’s work experience has focused on mid-sized organizations, where he was intimately involved with multiple disciplines, including marketing and human resources, which provided him with unique perspectives and understanding for developing creative and effective security awareness programs that promote a strong cybersecurity culture within the organization. This led Bryan to author the book, “Energized Cybersecurity Culture,” which details techniques to make your workforce and active part of your cybersecurity defensive stack.

Eric Botts is Director, Global Cybersecurity Program and Assistant Professor of International Studies at the University of St. Thomas teaching courses on Cyber Warfare, Cyber Ethics, Geopolitical Risk, Digital Governance, and Introduction to Enterprise Cybersecurity. Mr. Botts is a lecturer at the Women’s Institute of Houston teaching a course entitled The World According to Eric dealing with current events in geopolitics. Mr. Botts received his Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from St. Mary’s University and Master of Security Management from the University of Houston Downtown. After serving for 31 years in the U.S. Department of State as a Foreign Service Officer (Santo Domingo, Seoul, Dublin, and Nassau), Assistant Director of the Houston Passport Agency and an Information Systems Security Officer. During his federal career he served as Program Chairman of the Gulf Coast Federal Safety Council, and as a member of the Federal Executive Board. Mr. Botts teaching experience includes the University of Houston Downtown for courses in cybersecurity and organizational resilience in the Masters of Security Management Program.

Mr. Botts retired and went to work in the private sector. In the private sector Mr. Botts worked as a security project manager and consultant for Swailes & Co. Inc. specializing in cyber security, risk management, business continuity, due diligence, travel security, and investigations until 2020. Mr. Botts is a founding board member of the Foreign Policy Alliance and has spoken on foreign policy issues to civic groups, colleges, and the media. In the cyber security community, he sits on the Secure World Advisory Council, is a member of the Internet Governance Forum USA. He authored and published two novels Conversations with An Alien (2004) and The Circle - Portrait of an American Family (2015).

Victor is a Chief Technologist at OpenText. He works to help organizations understand various cybersecurity risks and challenges they might face and how they can help manage that risk. He has more than 20 years of experience in the enterprise security industry and more than 25 years of experience overall in technology. Victor graduated from University of California, Berkeley, and holds a bachelor’s degree in Statistics. He also is a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP). Victor is based in Northern California. Outside of work, he enjoys practicing and teaching martial arts and watching baseball and football.

Beata is an experienced Chief Information Officer with a demonstrated history of working in the oil & gas, energy, airspace, healthcare, and government industries. She is skilled in Strategic Planning, Healthcare Industry, Business Process Improvement, Team Building, and U.S. Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). She is a strong information technology professional with a Master of Science (M.S.) in Computer Science from Texas A&M University.

Beata is an accomplished and proven executive with more than 20 years of experience as a partner, broker, and enabler of technology solutions and approaches that help maintain business continuity and promote growth. She's a leader in managing IT operations and infrastructure, leveraging technology as a vital foundation for the business's strategies and success, with the last 18 years focused on healthcare.

Jamal Balametov is Director of IT and Security at MasterWord Services, a language services company providing interpretation and translation in 250+ languages to Fortune 500 clients, government agencies, and global institutions. With over 25 years of experience in IT leadership, cloud infrastructure, and cybersecurity compliance, Jamal has directed international teams across the US, India, and Mexico, led enterprise-scale Azure migrations, and built compliance programs from the ground up. At MasterWord, he led the company's successful ISO 27001:2022 certification with a three-person IT team and is currently guiding the organization through the StateRAMP program. His career spans enterprise consulting, commercial real estate, and language services—always with a focus on aligning IT strategy with business goals while managing risk and driving operational efficiency.

As a Director-level BISO at Leidos, Jo Justice, with delegated CISO authority, leads risk-based security decision making. Additionally, she provides strategic cybersecurity leadership, architectural design direction, and risk-based governance oversight to align cybersecurity initiatives with enterprise business objectives.

With more than 30 years in IT and cybersecurity, Jo has led global cyber defense initiatives, enterprise endpoint transformations, and major M&A security integrations. But beyond her technical and strategic leadership, Jo is recognized for something equally powerful, her passion for developing people within the cybersecurity space.

Jo believes one of the greatest risks in cybersecurity today isn’t technology, it’s burnout. Especially among high-performing women who often over function, overdeliver, and overextend. Her mentorship philosophy centers on three principles: Identify Potential, Inspire Growth, and Integrate Purpose. She is deeply committed to mentoring cyber inspired individuals within cybersecurity to lead sustainably, set boundaries without guilt, and build influence without sacrificing themselves in the process.

As Co-Chair of the NIST NICE Modernize Talent Management Working Group, Jo helps shape national strategies to strengthen and retain cybersecurity talent. She is also a co-author of the 2025 NIST white paper Empowering Organizations to Retain Skilled Cybersecurity Talent for Long-Term Success, advancing practical approaches to workforce sustainability.

Jo holds a Master of Science in Cybersecurity & Information Assurance and certifications including CISSP, GPEN, GCIH, SSCP, and GSTRT. She serves on the SANS GIAC Advisory Board and has recently been accepted into the SANS Technology Institute Master of Science in Information Security Engineering (MSISE) program.

At her core, Jo is a mentor, builder of leaders, and advocate for high-capacity professionals who deserve high-impact careers without high personal cost.

Gergely (aka Greg) Dányi is the co-founder and Chief Technology Officer at P0 Security, where he leads the development of the first unified identity governance and privileged access management platform purpose-built for the cloud. Gergely’s work at P0 centers on eliminating privilege sprawl and enabling just-in-time, policy-driven controls that scale with today’s complex infrastructure, and he’s recognized for helping customers replace fragmented legacy tools with an identity-native platform that governs and secures all forms of access across hybrid and multi-cloud environments.

Adnan Hussain is the Cyber Security Engineering Manager at SLB, where he leads the strategic engineering and implementation of global security initiatives to fortify the organization’s security posture. With over 25 years of multi-disciplinary experience in IT and cybersecurity, he oversees a comprehensive infrastructure portfolio including network and perimeter defense, endpoint protection, cloud security, and identity management. Throughout a career spanning operations, architecture, and engineering management, he remains dedicated to building resilient organizational infrastructure through innovative technology and strategic leadership.

Berris Bramble holds a Computer Science degree, is a founding member of the local InfraGard Technology Cross Sector Council, and regularly volunteers at local cyber conferences and events. He is a 20-year active member in the local InfraGard Houston chapter participating at the Board and leadership levels. He has spent the bulk of his career in Oil & Gas with the longest tenure of 14 years at Saudi Aramco. but have since moved over to the Commercial Real Estate industry. He holds a general class license in Amateur Radio, found a new love for e-biking and is an avid DefCon attendee. He has 23 years of cyber expertise across many disciplines.

Rori Boyce-Werner served previously as the Information Security Compliance Program Manager for the University of New Hampshire, and prior to that as the Associate Director of IT Client Services and Identity and Access Management Service Owner.

She holds a Bachelor’s of Science in Business Administration and a Masters of Cybersecurity Policy and Risk Management. She spent the majority of her career in financial services specializing in bridging the gap between the business and IT through business analysis, business process design/redesign, project/program management.

Andy Corriveau is a senior cybersecurity executive with more than two decades of experience operating at the intersection of national security, enterprise risk, and advanced technology. A retired U.S. Air Force cyber warfare operator, Andy brings deep operational expertise informed by hands-on experience in mission-critical and adversarial environments.

As a plank holder of the 624th Operations Center, he played a foundational role in the stand-up and maturation of U.S. Air Force Cyber Command (AFCYBER), contributing to its progression through Initial and Full Operational Capability. His career spans senior advisory and execution roles supporting the Department of Defense as well as Fortune 100 and 500 companies, where he has influenced cybersecurity strategy, operational resilience, and executive decision-making.

Andy currently serves as Global Lead for Cyber & Quantum Security and Acting Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at Axiom Space. In this capacity, he is responsible for cybersecurity strategy, governance, and architecture across terrestrial and space-based systems.

Ashish Shah is a Director of Cybersecurity at MD Anderson Cancer Center, where he has oversight of Cybersecurity Risk Management, Vulnerability Management, Identity & Access Management, and Account Services. With a strategic focus on safeguarding the institution, Ashish joined MD Anderson in September 2025 and brings over 20 years of experience in building resilient cybersecurity programs across multiple organizations. He holds 3 recognized certifications in Cybersecurity and has presented at multiple conferences in the past. Ashish is passionate about fostering a culture of security awareness and is committed to empowering teams to navigate the evolving threat landscape with confidence.