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Cyber Security Summit South Africa | Cybersec Conference

37th Edition

Cyber Security Summit

Engineering Trust in a Threat-Driven World

South Africa
Co-Located With
Digital Transformation Summit
  • 11th March 2027
  • 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Johannesburg
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About Cybersecurity Summit

The 37th Edition of the Cyber Security Summit, part of a global series of leading cybersecurity conferences and an upcoming cybersecurity event in South Africa, convenes senior cybersecurity leaders, policymakers, and enterprise decision-makers under the theme “Engineering Trust in a Threat-Driven World.” The summit will provide a high-level forum to examine evolving cyber security policies and risk governance frameworks, alongside the strategic role of AI in advancing cyber resilience. 

Key discussions will focus on next-generation threat detection systems, the implications of quantum computing on future cybersecurity architectures, and breakthrough innovations shaping the cyber technology landscape. It will also address emerging approaches to safeguarding critical infrastructure against increasingly complex and targeted cyber threats, reinforcing digital trust and enterprise resilience at scale.

What Sets Us Apart?

The Cyber Security Summit South Africa brings together CISOs, government leaders, and technology innovators to address the growing challenge of securing AI-driven and data-intensive environments.

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Connect with 200+ senior cybersecurity leaders including CISOs, CIOs, Heads of Information Security, Risk & Compliance Leaders, Government Cyber Officials, and technology innovators driving cyber resilience and digital trust across South Africa’s evolving threat landscape.
Meaningful Connections
Engage with top cybersecurity decision-makers shaping the future of secure digital transformation. Build strategic relationships, exchange critical insights, and explore collaboration opportunities through curated discussions and high-level networking sessions.
Strategic Learning
Explore the key topics redefining cybersecurity including AI-driven threats, ransomware defense, zero trust security, cloud and data protection, identity management, cyber governance, emerging technologies for protecting critical infrastructure from cyber attacks, and quantum computing impacting future cybersecurity strategies through expert-led executive sessions and industry case studies.

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Featured Discussions

Beyond Defense: Building Resilient Digital Enterprises for 2027 and Beyond

  • Embedding cyber resilience into enterprise-wide business strategy
  • Preparing for AI-powered and next-generation cyber threats
  • Strengthening incident response and business continuity frameworks
  • Building adaptive security models for evolving digital ecosystems

Engineering Digital Trust: Aligning Security, Architecture & Business Outcomes in the Enterprise

  • Integrating cybersecurity into enterprise architecture and digital transformation
  • Balancing customer trust, compliance, and operational efficiency
  • Enabling secure innovation across cloud, AI, and connected technologies
  • Measuring cybersecurity’s impact on business performance and growth

Transforming Cybersecurity Posture in a Rapidly Evolving Digital Enterprise

  • Modernizing legacy security infrastructure for today’s threat landscape
  • Enhancing visibility across hybrid and multi-cloud environments
  • Leveraging automation and AI for proactive threat detection
  • Creating agile cybersecurity frameworks that scale with business growth

Blueprint for Cyber Maturity: Building a Practical Roadmap for Resilient Digital Enterprises

  • Assessing organizational cyber maturity and risk readiness
  • Prioritizing investments across people, process, and technology
  • Developing governance models that strengthen accountability and resilience
  • Aligning cybersecurity goals with long-term business objectives

Unmasking Cyber Attacks: Understanding Modern Threat Types and How They Operate

  • Examining the rise of ransomware, phishing, and AI-driven attacks
  • Understanding attacker behavior, tactics, and entry points
  • Identifying vulnerabilities across endpoints, networks, and cloud systems
  • Building proactive defense strategies to reduce organizational risk

Driving Cyber Change: How Leaders Build Security-First Organizations Without Slowing Innovation

  • Creating a culture of cybersecurity awareness across the organization
  • Enabling innovation while maintaining strong security controls
  • Strengthening collaboration between security, IT, and business teams
  • Leading change management in a fast-moving digital environment

Series Speakers

We bring together the industry’s most respected voices, delivering sessions that inspire, educate, and leave a lasting impression.

Siphokazi Novukuza

Director Cybersecurity Operations
Department of Communications and Digital Technologies

Jongikhaya Stuurman

Chief Information Officer
PetroSA

Tumelo Zwane

Chief Information Officer
Special Investigating Unit

Pieter Steyn

Chief Information and Technology Officer
Luxaviation Group

Julian Ankiah

Chief Information Security Officer
MultiChoice Group

Chris Gatsi

Chief Internal Auditor (IT)
Sibanye-Stillwater

Happyness Ngwane

Chief Advisor Cyber Security
Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd

Helene Bezuidenhout

Director: ICT Information Security
Government Pensions Administration Agency (GPAA)

Why Attend?

Our events bring together the latest advancements in cybersecurity, digital resilience, and secure enterprise technologies driving transformation across the region. We connect CISOs, CIOs, government leaders, cybersecurity experts, risk professionals, and technology innovators to explore how organizations can strengthen trust, resilience, and security in an increasingly threat-driven world.

Elevate your professional growth through engaging discussions, expert-led sessions, and collaborative exchanges focused on the future of cybersecurity and digital trust.

Gain insights from leading cybersecurity experts as they share real-world strategies, emerging technologies, and practical lessons in securing modern digital enterprises.

Connect and collaborate with industry peers to exchange experiences, tackle shared challenges, and collectively shape the future of cyber resilience.

Meet one-on-one with global cybersecurity solution providers and technology partners offering tailored guidance to support your organization’s security and business goals.

The Cyber Security Summit is a high-impact, insight-driven platform designed for senior cybersecurity leaders, digital transformation executives, risk professionals, and technology decision-makers navigating today’s evolving threat landscape.

Industry Focus

Government & Public Sector

BFSI & Fintech

Utilities & Energy

Mining & Resources

Manufacturing

Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals

Ecommerce & Retail

FMCG

Logistics & Supply Chain

Hospitality & Tourism

Education

Aviation & Airports

Transportation & Mobility

Oil & Gas

Real Estate & Infrastructure

Media & Entertainment

Agriculture & AgriTech

Who Should Attend?

  • Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs)
  • Chief Information Security Risk Officers
  • Chief Information Officers (CIOs)
  • Chief Technology Officers (CTOs)
  • Chief Digital Officers (CDOs)
  • Directors/VPs/Heads of IT & OT Security
  • Directors/VPs/Heads of Cyber Security
  • Directors/VPs/Heads of Digital Transformation
  • Directors/VPs/Heads of Technology Risk
  • Presidents/Vice Presidents of IT
  • Heads of Cloud Security
  • Heads of Information Security
  • Heads of Data Governance
  • Heads of IT Infrastructure
  • Data Protection Officers
  • Digital Leaders across functions
  • Chief Information Cyber / Security Risk Officer
  • Chief Enterprise Architect

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Testimonials

The summit highlighted the importance of collaboration across government, stakeholders, and industries in tackling today’s evolving threats. Key discussions focused on awareness, resilience, readiness through simulation drills, legislation, the human factor, and effective resource management. The event also emphasized implementing integrated security solutions tailored to organizational environments, alongside the critical role of communication planning during incident response.
Siphokazi Novukuza
Siphokazi NovukuzaCyber Operations Director, DCDT
The conference provided valuable insights into evolving security challenges, AI-driven innovation, and the importance of resilience. Discussions emphasized the need to strengthen fundamentals, empower employees through awareness and training, and build secure, data-driven environments that enable organizations to operate confidently and effectively in the face of emerging threats.
Pieter Steyn
Pieter SteynChief Information and Technology Officer, Luxaviation Group
My overall experience at the summit was very positive and highly informative, with valuable insights gained from the panel discussions. The event was well organized, and the support from the Exito team was excellent throughout. Key takeaways included the growing role of AI in faster incident detection and resolution, helping reduce costs, alongside the continued importance of user awareness, access management, and multi-factor authentication in strengthening security.
Helene Bezuidenhout
Helene BezuidenhoutDirector of Information Security, Government Pensions Administration Agency (GPAA)
The event delivered an exceptional experience, bringing together industry leaders, partners, and decision-makers in an engaging and well-coordinated environment. From insightful sessions to meaningful networking opportunities, the summit created the perfect balance of intimacy and impact, making discussions highly valuable for sponsors, customers, and attendees alike.
Cobus Benade
Cobus BenadeSenior Solutions Engineer, Darktrace
The event delivered highly valuable connections with the exact audience we were looking to engage, including CISOs, auditors, and security leaders. The targeted format, relevant discussions, and well-curated attendee profile created meaningful networking opportunities, while the overall organization and conference themes ensured every interaction and session added real value
Robert Swanepoel
Robert SwanepoelTechnical Expert for Sub-Saharan Africa, Kaspersky
The conference was highly informative and delivered a very positive experience. Panel discussions provided valuable insights, supported by excellent organization and helpful assistance from the Exito team. A key takeaway was the role of AI in faster incident detection and resolution, reducing costs, along with the continued importance of user awareness, access management, and multi-factor authentication.
Brendan Tobin
Brendan TobinPartner Business Manager, Commvault