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Where the Leaders of Security, Governance, and Innovation Unite.
The region’s premier gathering for CISOs and Chief Risk Officers.
A two-day strategic summit dedicated to mastering cyber resilience, navigating complex regulations, and leading security as a core business function.
A New Mandate for Security Leadership in the Middle East
In today's interconnected world, cybersecurity is no longer just a technical issue; it is a fundamental pillar of business strategy, governance, and resilience.
For organisations operating in the Middle East, this reality is amplified. A unique combination of rapid digital transformation, a heightened cyber risk landscape, and evolving regulatory demands has created a new mandate for security leaders.
Effective Cyber Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) is now the critical framework that enables organisations to move beyond a reactive defence posture.
It provides the strategic language to align security initiatives with business objectives, the structure to ensure regulatory compliance, and the foresight to manage risk proactively.
On December 8-9, 2025, CYBER GRC Middle East will bring 150 of the region’s leading CISOs and Chief Risk Officers to the DIFC Waldorf Astoria, Dubai, for a two-day, high-impact summit designed to address these challenges head-on.
Why This Summit? Why Now?
The Middle East’s cybersecurity market is projected to grow to over $26 billion by 2030, and the role of the CISO is evolving faster here than anywhere else.
Over 61% of CISOs in the region are now directly involved in strategic financial planning—a level significantly higher than the global average.
This event is not for everyone. It is an exclusive, closed-door gathering for the senior leaders who are shaping their organisations' futures.
It is your opportunity to step away from the day-to-day and engage in peer-level conversations about the most pressing strategic issues.
Who Should Attend?
This summit is exclusively for a curated audience of 150 senior leaders responsible for security, risk, and governance from the Middle East's key sectors, including:
- Oil & Gas
- Financial Services & Banking
- Construction & Manufacturing
- Healthcare
- Technology & International Trade
We invite CISOs, Chief Risk Officers, Heads of Information Security, and Directors of GRC to join this vital conversation.
Key Themes
Our agenda is built around the strategic challenges and opportunities facing the region's security leaders. Expect deep dives and interactive discussions on:
- The CISO as a Business Leader: Elevating the security function from a cost centre to a strategic change agent and aligning cybersecurity with digital transformation goals.
- The Evolving Threat Landscape: Gaining actionable intelligence on lessons learned from recent cyber incidents, and the rising threat of deepfakes and misinformation.
- AI's Impact on Cyber GRC: Exploring how artificial intelligence is transforming both cyber risk management and the nature of the threats we face.
- Navigating Regulatory & Geopolitical Complexity: Developing agile governance strategies for cross-border compliance and strengthening resilience in an age of regional instability.
Benefits of Attending
Peer-to-Peer Networking: Connect with a curated group of 150 of your most senior peers in an exclusive, confidential environment.
Actionable Insights: Gain practical strategies from industry leaders to solve your most pressing challenges.
Benchmark Your Strategy: Understand how other leading organisations in the region are structuring their Cyber GRC programs.
Stay Ahead of the Curve: Get the latest intelligence on emerging threats, technologies, and regulatory changes for 2026 and beyond.
Lead the Conversation on Cyber Resilience
This is your opportunity to join the most important conversation on Cyber GRC in the Middle East. Places are strictly limited to ensure a high-quality, interactive experience.
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