IDC Security Summit

IDC Security Summit

Cybersecurity Leadership: Bridging the Gap Between Tech and Strategy in the AI Era

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Overview

The cybersecurity landscape is increasingly complex, with organizations facing a dynamic array of threats that require a comprehensive understanding of the latest practices and technologies. Key areas of focus include security operations, application and cloud security, AI-driven security solutions, network security, and supply chain vulnerabilities.

Overall, the cybersecurity landscape demands constant vigilance, innovation, and a deep understanding of emerging technologies and strategies. IDC Security Summit provides an essential platform for professionals to stay informed, exchange knowledge, and develop the skills needed to protect their organizations in this rapidly changing environment.

Why attend?

The cybersecurity landscape is rapidly evolving, presenting unprecedented defensive challenges due to AI integration, Industry 4.0’s interconnectedness, and future quantum computing implications, with a recent IDC survey indicating that 77% of META organizations expect their current cyber defenses to be overwhelmed within two years. However, the industry is proactively leveraging these same technologies to counteract threats by augmenting cyber defenses with AI, quantum-proofing security systems, and upskilling the workforce. Despite these proactive measures, 53% of CISOs express concerns about their organization’s ability to detect and respond to insider threats in a timely manner. This highlights a crucial gap in current cybersecurity strategies, necessitating more robust and comprehensive approaches. To stay ahead of AI-driven threats, it is imperative for Saudi organizations to overhaul their cybersecurity strategies, integrating AI-driven technologies for enhanced threat detection, response, and prevention. By doing so, they can fortify their defenses, protect critical infrastructure, and support the nation’s ambitious digital transformation goals.

Join the 10th edition of IDC Security Summit to gain crucial insights from CISO’s, analysts, and solution providers on the latest trends, challenges, and innovations, empowering you to implement advanced, future-proof security measures and secure your organization’s digital future.

Key Topics

Security Operations

Discover best practices and innovative strategies for managing security operations in a rapidly evolving threat landscape. Learn how to optimize your SOC for maximum efficiency and resilience.

Application and Cloud Security

Gain insights into securing applications and cloud environments, addressing vulnerabilities, and implementing robust security measures to protect critical assets.

Al in Cybersecurity

Explore the latest advancements in Al-driven security technologies, from threat detection to automated response systems. understand the benefits and potential risks associated with Al in cybersecurity.

Network Security

Learn about the latest trends and technologies in network security, including zero trust architecture, next-gen firewalls, and intrusion detection systems.

Supply Chain Vulnerabilities

Identifying and mitigating risks associated with third-party vendors and suppliers.

Advisory board

Nuri Akar

Nuri Akar

CISO

Borsa İstanbul

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Onur Akkepenek

Onur Akkepenek

IT Security Group Manager

Migros

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Feridun Aktaş

Feridun Aktaş

EVP, Corporate Security

Garanti BBVA Teknoloji

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Ali Kutluhan Aktaş

Ali Kutluhan Aktaş

EVP, IT Security & IT Risk Management

Intertech

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Serhat Alkan

Serhat Alkan

Infotmation Security Manager

Türkiye Kalkınma ve Yatırım Bankası

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Kayıhan Altınöz

Kayıhan Altınöz

CISO

TAV Airports Holding

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İbrahim Aslanbakan

İbrahim Aslanbakan

CISO

Medipol Sağlık Grubu

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Akif Mert Avcı

Akif Mert Avcı

Information Security, IT Process and Compliance Manager

Vakıfbank

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Onur Ayyıldız

Onur Ayyıldız

Head of IT – Security & Infrastructure

Anadolu Sigorta

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Öner Ziya Baş

Öner Ziya Baş

CISO

İhlas Holding

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Emre Bilgili

Emre Bilgili

Technology Infrastructure and Cyber Security Director

Beko Global

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Yiğit Borhan

Yiğit Borhan

Global Security Director

Yıldırım Group

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Ayça Yıldırım

Ayça Yıldırım

CISO

Aksigorta

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Mert Çakar

Mert Çakar

Deputy GM, IT Operations

Erciyes Anadolu Holding

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Murat Çelebi

Murat Çelebi

CISO

Merkezi Kayıt Kuruluşu

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Ercan Cengiz

Ercan Cengiz

CISO

Dünya Katılım

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Mustafa Dağ

Mustafa Dağ

CISO

Acıbadem Sağlık Grubu

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Rıfat Deregözü

Rıfat Deregözü

Information Security, Governance and Compliance Director

Fibabanka

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Argun Derviş

Argun Derviş

CISO

QNB Finansbank-IBTech

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Emre Erkıran

Emre Erkıran

CISO

QNB Invest

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Sezgin Durmaz

Sezgin Durmaz

ICT Manager & IT Security Officer

Metro Cash & Carry

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Knowledge Hub

IDC Spotlight

Kıdemli Araştırma Müdürü, Türkiye
IDC

In the rapidly evolving cybersecurity landscape, IDC’s “FutureScape: Worldwide Security and Trust 2025 Predictions” report underscores the critical importance of organizations adapting to emerging threats and technologies. In 2025, companies are focusing on enhancing cyber resilience and integrating advanced security measures to combat sophisticated cyberattacks. Identity and access management, cloud security, and AI-driven solutions remain key investment areas. Organizations are prioritizing these technologies to protect digital assets and comply with increasingly stringent regulations. IDC’s predictions for security and trust highlight the necessity of a proactive cybersecurity approach, emphasizing continuous monitoring and rapid response capabilities as essential for mitigating risks and safeguarding sensitive information.

Yeşim Öztürk

Advisory Board Spotlight

Bilgi Güvenliği Yönetimi Direktörü
Alternatif Bank

The AI era presents cybersecurity leaders with both significant opportunities and new challenges. In a period where advanced threats are rapidly evolving, developing proactive security strategies and building dynamic defenses with continuously learning systems has become critical. By establishing a strong bridge between technology and strategy, cybersecurity leaders are tasked with ensuring organizations are prepared not only for today’s threats but also for the uncertainties of the future.

Özer Gülce

Advisory Board Spotlight

Bilgi Güvenliği Müdürü
Ekol Lojistik

Artificial intelligence brings both new risks and powerful solutions to the field of cybersecurity. This transformation must be managed not only with technology but also with the right strategies. Today, the role of cybersecurity leaders involves not only keeping pace with technology but also leveraging it in alignment with business objectives. To succeed in the AI era, security must be treated not just as a technical issue but as a corporate priority. Leaders who can strike this balance will guide their organizations more securely into the future.

Okan Şengül

Advisory Board Spotlight

CISO
İhlas Holding

Evolving AI tools provide attackers with greater ease and the ability to manipulate our eyes and ears more convincingly than ever before. Therefore, we must strengthen our defense line not only with technology-focused solutions but also with human-centric approaches.

Önder Ziya Baş

Advisory Board Spotlight

CISO
Medipol Eğitim ve Sağlık Grubu

The bridge between cybersecurity and AI security is not solely about technical solutions; it is about foresight, adaptability, and collaboration. As Cybersecurity Managers, our responsibility extends beyond protecting systems to shaping a future where AI can develop securely and ethically. The rise of AI brings a new perspective, innovative frameworks, and, most importantly, a set of challenges and opportunities that require bridging current cybersecurity practices with an AI-focused future.

İbrahim Aslanbakan

Advisory Board Spotlight

CISO
QNB Invest

Decision-making mechanisms shaped by AI-powered data-driven insights, operational processes accelerated by automation, and cybersecurity at the core of this transformation should not be treated merely as a defense line but as a strategic priority. It must be positioned in an integrated manner with AI-supported threat detection and risk management.

Emre Erkıran

Advisory Board Spotlight

Siber Güvenlik Başkanı
Türk Hava Yolları

Rather than merely adopting technology, planning it to serve strategic business objectives is invaluable. Security managers must consider the ethical, auditable, and sustainable use of AI-based solutions while evaluating them. Effective leadership is achieved not just with tools but through proactive and visionary approaches that integrate technology with strategy.

Kadir Yıldız

Advisory Board Spotlight

Dünya Katılım
CISO

Attacks are evolving, and threats are becoming smarter every day. In cybersecurity, artificial intelligence is the key not just to keeping up with this transformation but to staying ahead of it. Now, defenses must be as intelligent, fast, and agile as the attacks themselves.

Ercan Cengiz

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