Cyber Security Summit

Securing Enterprise Resilience in a Digital-First Era

18^th June 2026

09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Riyadh

About Cyber Security Summit

Elevate your cybersecurity strategy at the Cyber Security Summit 2026 — Saudi Arabia’s premier forum for executive-level security insights.This flagship event unites over 200+ C-level executives, CISOs, security directors, and technology heads to explore the future of enterprise security

Gain strategic insights into the evolving threat landscape, discover cutting-edge innovations in AI, cloud security, blockchain, and IoT, and uncover actionable strategies to safeguard your digital infrastructure. From threat intelligence to automation, this summit delivers the tools and partnerships you need to build a resilient, future-ready enterprise.

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Saudi Arabia's Cybersecurity Market

Globally, cybercrime costs are projected to reach $10.5 trillion annually by 2025
The Middle East and Africa Cybersecurity Market size is projected to grow from $22.2 billion in 2023 to $36.2 billion by 2028
Saudi Arabia's cybersecurity market is estimated at SAR 13-14 billion, of which 31% is dominated by the government & public sector
In terms of revenue, Saudi Arabia accounted for 1.7% of the global cyber security market in 2024
The cybersecurity market growth is expected to continue at a CAGR of 20.45%
Saudi Arabia has prioritized the creation of a highly skilled cybersecurity workforce to support its growing digital economy
In Saudi Arabia, various security tools detected and blocked over 50 million (50,771,605) email threats, preventing more than 10 million (10,779,001) malicious URL victim attacks and 28,554 URL hosts. Additionally, over 34 million (34,183,412) malware attacks were identified and stopped

Series Speakers

Zaheer Shaikh

Chief Information Security Officer
Al Maryah Community Bank

Aus AlZubaidi

Group CISO
Director of IT & Media MBC Group

Abdul Samathu

Head of Risk Management and CISO
Mashreq

Alaa Khalid

Director cybersecurity operation and GRC
Maaden

Ahmad Mishkhas

Chief Information Security Officer
National Bank of Bahrain

Filip Nekvinda

Chief Information and Digital Officer
Abdul Latif Jameel Enterprises

Tariq Alhindi

Chief Digital Officer
SEC

Hazem Jarrar

Chief Technology Officer
King Faisal Foundation

Why Attend ?

Learn & Grow

Elevate your professional growth with engaging discussions and collaborative workshops that are shaping the industry.

Explore the Latest Innovations in Digital Solutions

Gain valuable insights from renowned Innovation & Technology experts, including pioneers and leaders from the region, as they share real-world use cases and practical perspectives.

Collaborative Partnerships

Collaborate with industry peers to collectively shape the future collectively and exchange experiences.

Connect with Trusted Technology Partners

Connect and meet one-on-one with potential global partners who can provide tailored guidance to help you achieve your critical business objectives.

Maximized ROI

The Cyber Security Summit is a time-saving, highly informative, accessible, and professional business platform designed for experienced technology professionals and digital experts.

Featured Discussions

Setting the Stage for Cybersecurity in Africa

Overview of Africa's cybersecurity landscape
Key strategies for national cybersecurity enhancement
Building resilience against cyber threats
Fostering public-private partnerships
Developing cybersecurity talent
Promoting regional cooperation

The Cutting Edge: Integrating AI in Cybersecurity with Risk Awareness

Explore how AI can be ethically utilised to bolster cybersecurity defenses and improve threat detection.
Examine the potential risks and ethical dilemmas associated with the misuse of AI technologies in the cybersecurity realm
Discuss strategies for balancing the advanced capabilities of AI with safeguards to prevent misuse and ensure ethical deployment.
Analyze how AI can both protect and potentially jeopardize personal and organizational data, and strategies to manage these risks.
Discover the evolving impact of AI on cybersecurity, from its groundbreaking potential to its role in tackling emerging threats like deepfakes, and explore innovative strategies for safeguarding security

Building Resilience: Safeguarding the Backbone of National Infrastructure

Examine the latest cyber threats targeting critical infrastructure, including sophisticated attack methods and emerging vulnerabilities.
Analyze real-world examples of cyber incidents affecting critical infrastructure, focusing on what worked well and what could be improved in future responses.
Explore how to integrate cybersecurity measures with existing operational technologies (OT) and information technologies (IT) within critical infrastructure systems.
Assess the role of collaboration between government agencies, industry leaders, and other stakeholders in enhancing the security posture of critical national infrastructure.

Zero Trust in Action: Transforming South Africa's Cybersecurity Landscape

Examine real-world examples of South African organizations that have successfully implemented Zero Trust, highlighting best practices and lessons learned.
Analyze how collaboration between industry leaders and government bodies can facilitate the adoption of Zero Trust principles and support national cybersecurity initiatives.
Address common obstacles to implementing Zero Trust in South Africa, such as budget constraints, legacy systems, and organizational resistance, and explore strategies for overcoming these challenges
Look ahead at how Zero Trust can evolve to address emerging cybersecurity threats and trends, ensuring that South African organizations remain resilient and secure.
Join our expert panel as we explore how Zero Trust Architecture can revolutionize cybersecurity practices in South Africa, ensuring robust protection against today’s most pressing cyber threats.

Implementing AI Trust, Risk, and Security Management (TRiSM) in South Africa: Safeguarding the Future

Overview of AI Trust, Risk, and Security Management (TRiSM) principles
Strategies for integrating TRiSM into AI systems and practices
Addressing data privacy and ethical considerations in AI deployment
Risk management techniques for AI technologies
Ensuring compliance with South African and international regulations
Enhancing organizational resilience through effective TRiSM implementation

INDUSTRY FOCUS

Government

BFSI & Fintech

Telecommunications

Ecommerce & Retail

Healthcare

Manufacturing

Hospitality

Utility

Mining

FMCG

Logistics & Supply Chain

Education

WHO WILL YOU MEET

Chief Information Security Officer
Chief Information Officer
Chief Technology Officer
Directors/ VPs/ GMs/ Heads of IT
Directors/ VPs/ GMs/ Heads of IT Infrastructure
Directors/ VPs/ GMs/ Heads of Cyber Security
Directors/ VPs/ GMs/ Heads of Information Security
Directors/ VPs/ GMs/ Heads of Digital Solutions
Directors/ VPs/ GMs/ Heads Digital Transformation

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Testimonials

I enjoyed the event and found the delegate profiles and presentations very informative. I had productive conversations with potential customers and prospects, and I believe we will generate a decent list of leads for our company. The venue, food, and crowd were all excellent, and I had many interesting conversations and gained a lot of knowledge. We will definitely consider sponsoring DTS in the future.

I had really good conversations today with the number of delegates coming from the region and other places. Quite likely we we will consider it for the next year or your next city. The overall conversations were really good probably some of the really interesting conversations in change management and practical side of it and were really interesting.

I would rate the overall event a 9 out of 10 because it was very strategic and focused, with a mix of decision makers and influencers in attendance. We expect to have a good number of conversions with the enterprise accounts we met, and we are looking forward to working with Exito again in the future. There is a great scope for collaboration and we appreciate the opportunity to participate in this event.

I would rate the event a 9 or 10 out of 10. It was well put together and we received fantastic feedback and had high-quality conversations with delegates. It has been one of the best events we have participated in, with a good return on investment and leads generated. The audience was perfect and their interactions and participation in the event were excellent. The panel discussion was also very informative and useful for my presentation.

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