Richard Greenberg, CISSP is a well-known Cyber Security Leader and Evangelist, CISO, Advisor, and speaker.
Richard brings over 30 years of management experience and has been a strategic and thought leader in IT and Information Security. His Project Management, Security Management and Operations, Policy, and Compliance experience has helped shape his broad perspective on creating and implementing Information Security Programs.

Richard has been a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) for 15 years, Director of Surveillance and Information Systems, Chief of Security Operations, Director of IT, and Project Manager for various companies and agencies in the private and public sectors.

You may have heard Richard’s interview as a Cyber Security expert on Will Ferrell’s Ron Burgundy podcast: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/the-ron-burgundy-podcast-30270227/episode/cyber-security-47951911/.

Richard is the Founder and CEO of Security Advisors LLC, which offers fully-managed security assessments and network and software penetration testing services that allows organizations to continuously assess their internal and external cyber risk posture, and helps companies with compliance issues. He is also the CEO of Layer 8 Masters, which has been putting on the content-rich Planet Cyber Sec conferences and CISO-CIO Forums.

Richard is an Information Systems Security Association (ISSA) Distinguished Fellow, one of only 64 worldwide, and has received their Honor Roll designation (only 55 worldwide). He has also been selected as a finalist for both the (ISC)2 Americas Information Security Leadership Award in the Senior Information Security Professional category and the Los Angeles Business Journal CIO of the Year in Security.
Richard has served on the OWASP Global Board of Directors, leads the OWASP LA Chapter, and has been Co-Chair of the highly successful AppSec California conferences. Richard also is President of the Information Systems Security Association Los Angeles Chapter and is Chair of their widely recognized annual Security Summit and CISO Forum.

Richard is dedicated to diversity in our field. He started and chairs the annual Women in Security Forum, and supports creating a more open and welcome community. Richard’s reach in the Southern California region is extensive. He has worked diligently to bring together the various Southern California IT and InfoSec organizations to enhance their collaboration efforts, to help reach new IT and InfoSec professionals.
Richard has been a published author and has spoken worldwide on Information Security, individually and on panels.

Ron Dilley
Ron Dilley works at IS2 as a Principal Cyber Security Architect, focusing on fostering innovation and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in technology to deliver exceptional value for clients. He is also on the IANS Research Faculty. As a cybersecurity innovator, he works with many cross-functional teams to develop novel security solutions and enhance security capabilities that improve customer experiences while frustrating adversaries.

He is a seasoned information security practitioner and thought leader with more than two decades of experience building, implementing, and leading information security practices responsible for the overall security posture and risk management of global companies. He is focused on security innovation, research, and development, and has overseen and revitalized infosec teams and advised on mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures from an infosec perspective.

He also serves the cyber security community through open-source tools and solutions for real-world security challenges, including current work on stateless TCP (honeypi), the IR Directory Scanner (difftree), Log Templater (tmpltr), SSH Canary (sshcanary), Log Pseudo Indexer (logpi), and Wirespy Daemon (wsd).

Cassio’s expertise integrates technical acumen, strategic thinking, and understanding of business needs, enabling the development of security programs that support growth while enhancing resilience. Recognized as one of the top CISOs in the United States, Cassio’s leadership has been acknowledged through numerous national and international industry awards.

Beyond his professional roles, Cassio is an advocate for building a more secure digital ecosystem. As a long-time contributor to OWASP, he led initiatives to educate and empower organizations on web application security. His engaging approaches, such as “phish a phriend” and innovative awareness programs, have left lasting impressions on both corporate and public audiences.

An author, speaker, and thought leader, Cassio has published industry whitepapers, and delivered insights at global conferences. He also serves as an advisor to venture capital firms and startups, shaping the future of security through mentorship, investments, guidance, and innovative practices.

Rajinder Singh

Founder, Entrepreneur & Technology Leader | CTO / Technical Fellow | Board Advisor | Connectivity Standards Alliance | Post Quantum Cryptography, PKI, IDS / IPS, Agentic AI, IoT, Data Privacy, Product Security, Fintech Security

James Shewmaker graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from the University of Idaho in 1998. He holds numerous certifications and was among the first to earn the GIAC Platinum Malware (GSM) certification. James is the author and maintainer of portions of the SANS Security 660: Advanced Penetration Testing, Exploit Development, and Ethical Hacking course, and he has also contributed to several other SANS security courses over the years.

He began his career in 1996 as a System Administrator, later serving as IT Manager/Director for a major national radio network until 2002. In 2003, he honed his technical and logical creativity during what is now referred to as the radio industry’s “The Great Translator Invasion.” James went on to lead the development and operation of the NetWars U.S. Cyber Challenge game, which launched in June 2009. James continues to lead a boutique firm in Long Beach, California, focused on offensive related information security.

Beyond his professional work, James is often found tinkering with smart appliances and mechanical automation projects. Outside of technology, he enjoys snow skiing, water sports, and aviation with his wife, son, and dog.

Elnaz Wevro

Elnaz Wavro (Bayazian) is a cybersecurity executive with more than two decades of experience leading enterprise security, risk, and technology programs across healthcare and other highly regulated industries. She has served in CISO and senior security leadership roles, building and transforming security organizations during periods of regulatory scrutiny, rapid change, and elevated cyber risk.

Her work spans enterprise security strategy, ransomware and incident preparedness, Zero Trust architecture, and the governance and secure adoption of artificial intelligence. Elnaz is known for bringing clarity to complex risk issues and for helping executives make informed decisions that balance security, resilience, and innovation.

She works closely with boards, executive leadership, and technology teams to design security programs that are practical, defensible, and built to scale—strengthening trust while enabling the business to move forward with confidence.

Michael brings 20+ years of experience as an Information Technology executive with extensive experience leading cybersecurity and infrastructure teams predominantly in multinational Life Sciences and Healthcare organizations. At Calibrated Healthcare, Michael’s foremost responsibility is crafting and deploying cybersecurity strategies that align with business and IT objectives with the highest focus on the preservation and safeguarding of our clients’ sensitive patient data through the lens of cyber resilience.

Michael holds keys certifications (CISSP, PCI-ISA) and is an active participant in cybersecurity societies such as ISC2, FBI InfraGard, HIMSS, CSA, OWASP and ISSA. Michael currently serves on the board of directors for the Orange County, CA chapter of ISSA where he can influence cybersecurity practices beyond his immediate professional sphere, ensuring that as a community we not only train and equip our cybersecurity professionals with the tools to safeguard our digital assets but we also ensure that we are reaching the next generation coming up behind us to continue the good fight because there will always be another malicious threat actor over the digital horizon.

Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
CyberAB CMMC Registered Practitioner (RP) and Registered Practitioner Advanced (RPA)
Presidential Council of Advisors for Science and Technology (PCAST) Working Group
Masters in CS, concentration in Information Security (NSA Center of Academic Excellence)

I serve as a Principal Cybersecurity professional with decades long career evaluating, defining, advocating, and driving policies, programs, processes, strategies, and technologies to advance cybersecurity, strengthen the resiliency of computing ecosystems, increase awareness of threats, and manage risk factors across environments.

My background includes information security leadership positions for the US Senate, Office of the Sergeant At Arms and staff positions with the Board of Governors, Federal Reserve System. Additionally, along with work at the Judicial Council of California and contract for a State of California startup agency, I believe that I may be the first (and at this point in time only) person in this field who has worked in all three branches of government! I also helped brainstorm the concept of a Federal Scholarship for Service program while serving in the White House PCAST working group.

I am currently working to incorporate data science/Gen AI technologies into the infosec/cybersecurity profession at the strategic/tactical/operational levels. Immersing myself into learning everything I can about AI technology.

Josh Sokol

Josh Sokol is the founder of SimpleRisk, an open-source Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) platform used by organizations worldwide to streamline their risk management processes.

With over 15 years of experience in information security and risk management, Josh is a passionate advocate for empowering businesses to make informed, strategic decisions through effective risk management practices.

A dynamic and engaging speaker, Josh has presented at numerous industry conferences, sharing actionable insights on building security programs, managing organizational risk, and driving compliance.
His innovative approach and dedication to the field have made him a recognized leader in the GRC space.

Jackie O started off her career on the IT side of the house moving over to Cybersecurity where she felt she could have greater impact in the community. With over 20 years in the industry, she currently advises start ups on Go-to-Market, growth and success strategies, while avoiding the pitfalls of the industry.

She previously served as president of ISSA OC, and is currently the President of Cloud Security Alliance OC and Co-Chair for the San Diego Chapter. Not only is Jackie an advisor and Board member with various groups, she has excelled in forging strong relationships, promoting women in cybersecurity, fostering collaborative environments and building Safe Cyber Communities throughout Southern California.

Fortune 500 Enterprise Information Security Manager with 25+ years across the globe, including security auditing. Strategic security leader and consultant with broad comprehensive security and risk management experience. 2018 Published book Women in Security.

Debbie facilitated CISM certification exam prep workshops since the CISM inception; Speaks and writes on cyber security topics and women in security; Leads virtual and onsite security and IT education events. For ISSA, served 10 years as International Board Director and is a Distinguished Fellow, Chaired the board’s Advisory Council for the CISO Executive Forum 8 years.

Founder of Arizona’s Cloud Security Alliance chapter. Leader of ISSA’s Women in Security group. Serves the ISSA Phoenix Chapter Board of Directors. Holds the CISM and CISSP, previously the CIPP/IT, and earned certificates for the CCSK in cloud security and CSA’s Generative AI. Published author.

Gary Hayslip

Senior Security Advisor in Residence

Gary Hayslip is an experienced Global Security Executive with a proven track record of delivering innovative security programs that protect billion-dollar enterprises at every touchpoint. He is intensely focused on driving continuous improvement to maximize the efficiency of security programs while minimizing costs. As an insightful thought leader, he possesses strong business acumen and a commitment to organizational mission, values, and goals. He has demonstrated theability to collaborate with all levels of an organization to champion new ideas, gain buy-in, and build consensus. Hayslip brings extensive experience in information technology, security leadership, physical security, and risk management to his role as the Senior Security Advisor | Field CISO for Halcyon.ai. His previous executive positions include multiple roles as Chief Information Security Officer, Chief Information Officer, Deputy Director of IT, and Chief Privacy Officer for the U.S. Navy (Active Duty), the U.S. Navy (Federal Government employee), the City of San Diego, California, Webroot Software, and SoftBank Investments (Vision Fund & Vision Fund II).

Hayslip is a proven cybersecurity expert with excellent communication and public speaking skills. He is skilled at explaining complex security and risk concepts to audiences with different levels of knowledge. Hayslip has earned a reputation as a highly effective communicator, author, and keynote speaker. He co-authored the “CISO Desk Reference Guide: A Practical Guide for CISOs – Volumes 1 & 2,” “The Executive Primer: An Executive’s Guide to Security Programs,” “Developing Your Cybersecurity Career Path,” and the “The Essential Guide to Cybersecurity for SMBs.” He recently coauthored and published “Mastering Third Party Risk,” a guide aimed specifically for security practitioners to help them manage the risk exposure to organizations from vendors and supply chains. These books are among the top resources for helping CISOs improve their leadership and business skills. Hayslip currently serves as an independent director on several boards and advises various other security and technology firms. He is an active member of the cybersecurity community and belongs to professional organizations such as ISC2, NACD, ISACA, and Infragard. Hayslip holds several professional certifications, including CISSP, CISA, and CRISC, and has earned a BS in Information Systems Management from the University of Maryland, University College, and an MBA from San Diego State University.

LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ghayslip

Quincey Collins is the Chief Security Officer at Sheppard Mullin, where he has spent more than a decade aligning security and risk management strategy with the firm’s strategic business objectives, performance goals, and long-term value creation.

With over 25 years of experience across information technology, cybersecurity, and enterprise risk, he brings a business-focused approach centered on value preservation, brand protection, and operational resilience.

In his role, Quincey advises senior leadership and key interested parties on security modernization, digital innovation, crisis management, and risk-informed decision-making. He is known for building high-performing teams and scalable operating models grounded in talent management, metrics, and strong security culture, ensuring security enables growth rather than constrains it.

Prior to joining Sheppard Mullin, Quincey spent more than 13 years supporting mission-critical environments for the United States Air Force, NATO, and multiple Department of Defense commands across Germany, Italy, and England. These experiences shaped his ability to navigate high-stakes environments and manage complex, enterprise-scale risk.

Quincey holds a B.S. in Cybersecurity and a Master’s degree in Information Technology with a specialization in Information Assurance, and maintains multiple industry certifications reflecting his commitment to executive-level advising and continuous improvement.

Emily O’Carroll

Emily O’Carroll is a Field CISO with GuidePoint Security. GuidePoint Security is a $2 billion pure play security company founded in 2012 and headquartered in Virginia with over 1,200 employees, 60% of which are tenured cybersecurity CISOs, engineers, architects, and consultants. As a Field CISO, she supports clients as an interim or virtual CISO, or in pre-sales activities and strategy decisions.

Prior to GuidePoint, she was the CISO at Topgolf Callaway Brands for over 9 years and oversaw a global team of over 30 people. She built the cybersecurity strategy, program, and team during a period of extreme revenue growth and acquisition – revenue growth from $800M to $4.28B per year, and acquisitions of Topgolf, TravisMathew, Ogio, and Jack Wolfskin.

Emily started her career in management consulting as an intern at KPMG in 2005 and left as a Director in 2015, and spent time in their San Diego, San Francisco, Silicon Valley, and Chicago offices. She worked with major companies across all industry verticals, including Fortune 50 companies.

Emily is a graduate of UC San Diego and has her bachelor’s degree in Mathematics and Economics with a minor in Dance and obtained her CISA certification in 2009.

Bindi Davé
Bindi Davé is a seasoned cybersecurity executive with over 18 years of experience in strategic leadership, digital trust, and cybersecurity transformation. Bindi is dedicated to advancing digital trust, security automation, and governance frameworks within fast-growing companies.