Registration, Breakfast & Networking

Welcome Address

Evolving Threats, Advanced Defenses: Cybersecurity in the Next Era

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Yeşim Öztürk

Senior Research Manager (Türkiye), IDC

Fireside Chat: The Diary of a CISO

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Feridun Aktaş

EVP, Corporate Security, Garanti BBVA Teknoloji

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Eren Eser

Associate Research Director, Türkiye, IDC

Cyber Protection for the Threats of Today and Tomorrow: Dynamic Security Strategies for Minimizing Risk

This panel explores cutting-edge strategies CISOs can adopt to address evolving cyber threats, focusing on proactive measures to reduce risk. Discussions will include balancing immediate threat responses with long-term security planning in dynamic and complex environments.

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Nuri Akar

CISO, Borsa İstanbul

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Ümit Malkoç

CISO, Yapı Kredi Teknoloji,

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Asım Gençer Gökce

Information Security Group Coordinator, SOCAR Türkiye

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Emre Yüksel

Head of Information Security & Systems, Anadolu Hayat Emeklilik,

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Anıl Kuş

Head of Security and Compliance, Hepsiburada

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Başak Gençer Ünsalver

CISO – Cyber Security Senior Manager, Vodafone Türkiye

Sustainable Security Strategies and Cyber Resilience

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Eren Kır

Senior Product Manager, KoçSistem

Security in the Digital Age: New Horizons in Privileged Identity Access and Data Security

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Erhan Yılmaz

Director of PAM Product Management, Kron

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Ayşe Yenel

Co- CEO, Kron

Data Security Everywhere

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Özgür Danışman

VP Sales Engineering EMEA, Forcepoint

In the Shadow of Cyber Threats: Reshaping Security

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Osman Çiçek

System Infrastructure and Information Security Manager, Sanko Holding

Tea/Coffee & Networking

Resilience Through People – Addressing Cybersecurity at Its Core

In today’s evolving threat landscape, cybersecurity is often seen as a technology challenge, yet the human element remains the most critical factor in building true resilience. This presentation challenges the notion that people are the ‘weakest link’ and instead highlights how they can become an organization’s strongest defense.

By leveraging practical upskilling and cyber simulations, we’ll explore how organizations can transform human risk into cyber resilience.

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Miguel Mendonça

Senior Solutions Consultant, Immersive Labs

Managed Cloud with Bank-Grade Security

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Alp Bağrıaçık

CEO, GlassHouse

Making App Security and Delivery Ridiculously Easy

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Ali Rıza Balı

Country Sales Manager Türkiye, F5

Cyber Resilience: Strategies to Prepare for the Next Crisis

Focusing on crisis preparation and response, panelists share their strategies for achieving cyber resilience. Topics include critical infrastructure protection, rapid response frameworks, and lessons from recent incidents.

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İlker Çağrı Güven

Head of IT Security, Pluxee

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Emre Erkıran

CISO, QNB Invest

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Nihan Namoğlu

CISO, AgeSA Hayat ve Emeklilik,

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Hakan Türköner

IT Security & Governance Director, Boyner

Networking Lunch

The Expanding Role of CISOs in Corporate Governance

This panel discusses how CISOs are contributing to corporate governance by advising on risk, compliance, and data privacy. Experts share insights on bridging the gap between security and executive leadership, fostering a holistic security approach within organizations.

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Ayça Yıldırım

CISO, Aksigorta

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Bilge Baykurt

Security & Privacy Governance Manager, Paycell

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Umut Dinçkol

Information Security, IT Compliance & Service Management Director, BKM,

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Gökhan Köşker

CISO, MNG Kargo

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Osman Oğuz

Head of Information Security, Opet

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Hakan Tokay

Security Operations Manager, Turkcell

Securing Tomorrow: The Critical Path to Cyber Resilience

In an era where nearly 90% ransomware incidents involve data exfiltration and extortion, nearly two in three companies report their data growth has exceeded their ability to secure it. Join senior executives from Microsoft and Rubrik as they dissect the complexities of modern cyber threats, including the rise of triple-extortion attacks and evolving regulatory demands.

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Dominic Thomas

Regional Director, Middle East, Rubrik

Success Story: Using Delinea VPN-less Access Solution for 3rd Party Accesses

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Mehmet Tarımcı

Sales Manager, Delinea,

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Çağlar Çankaya

Business Development & Sales Manager, Konsalt

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Agenda – IDC Security Roadshow 2025

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Seeing the Invisible

Strengthening Firewall Security with Passive Monitoring-Discover how Passive Monitoring uncovers hidden risks, unused rules, and optimization opportunities by continuously analyzing network traffic. Learn how Opinnate automates security enhancements, creating more secure, efficient, and resilient networks.

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Serkan Özden

Co-Founder & CEO, Opinnate

Can we live with or without it?

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Erkan Sertoğlu

Information Security Director, Sahibinden.com

The State of Identity Security

In today’s evolving threat landscape, identity security is the cornerstone of cyber resilience. This presentation explores the current state of identity security, highlighting emerging threats, attack trends, and the latest defensive strategies. We will discuss the role of Identity Threat Detection and Response (ITDR), Attack Path Management, the impact of AI-driven threats, and best practices for securing Active Directory and cloud identities. With real-world examples, we’ll showcase how organizations can strengthen their defenses against identity-based attacks and enhance their security posture in an increasingly complex digital environment.

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Atanur Elmasoğlu

Co-Founder, Forestall

Protecting Data Privacy in a Hyper-Connected World

This panel highlights the challenges of safeguarding data privacy in a world increasingly reliant on connected devices and services. Discussions will focus on compliance, consumer trust, and strategies for addressing privacy risks in complex digital ecosystems.

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Erkan Sertoğlu

Information Security Director, Sahibinden.com

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Alpaslan Binici

Head of Information Security, Tekfen Holding

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Samettin Duacı

CISO, Hedef Yatırım Bankası,

The Intersection of AI and Cybersecurity: Opportunities and Risks

Panelists will explore the dual impact of AI on cybersecurity, from enhancing defense capabilities to introducing new vulnerabilities. The discussion will cover how organizations can capitalize on AI-driven solutions while mitigating associated risks.

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Mehmet Karabıyık

CISO, BNP Paribas Cardif

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Tuna Abrahamoğlu

Information Security Manager, Paynet Ödeme Hizmetleri

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Deniz Akay Turpçu

CISO, Param Tech

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Tezcan Yalçın

CISO, Fastpay