Full Name
Ngozi Eze
Job Title
CISO
Company
Levi Strauss & Co.
Speaker Bio
Ngozi Eze is a visionary technology and cybersecurity executive with over two decades of expertise in shaping resilient security programs across diverse industries. Currently, as the Global Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at Levi Strauss & Co. (LS&Co.), a global leader in apparel and retail, Ngozi spearheads a comprehensive enterprise information security program. His role focuses on anticipating, identifying, and mitigating cybersecurity risks while ensuring alignment with Levi’s business goals and fostering digital trust for the iconic Levi's brand worldwide.
Throughout his career, Ngozi has demonstrated a strategic acumen and an ability to drive impactful change. His previous roles include Deputy CISO for the Federal Reserve System and Chief Business Security Officer at ADP, where he advanced cybersecurity initiatives for essential U.S. infrastructure and supported ADP’s global human capital management solutions. In each position, Ngozi has led with a commitment to enabling business innovation while prioritizing security, compliance, and risk management.
Ngozi is a passionate advocate for organizational resilience, grounded in a philosophy that true success stems from dedication, tenacity, and a forward-thinking vision. Known for his collaborative leadership style, he empowers teams to excel, fostering a culture where technical expertise and leadership skills coalesce to drive results.
Beyond his executive roles, Ngozi is dedicated to building a safer digital future. He serves on the Board of Savvy Cyber Kids, a nonprofit committed to educating youth on cybersecurity and digital ethics and is the Board Secretary of the Retail & Hospitality Information Sharing and Analysis Center (RH-ISAC). Through his board service, he supports cross-industry collaboration to strengthen cybersecurity defenses in the retail and hospitality sectors.
Throughout his career, Ngozi has demonstrated a strategic acumen and an ability to drive impactful change. His previous roles include Deputy CISO for the Federal Reserve System and Chief Business Security Officer at ADP, where he advanced cybersecurity initiatives for essential U.S. infrastructure and supported ADP’s global human capital management solutions. In each position, Ngozi has led with a commitment to enabling business innovation while prioritizing security, compliance, and risk management.
Ngozi is a passionate advocate for organizational resilience, grounded in a philosophy that true success stems from dedication, tenacity, and a forward-thinking vision. Known for his collaborative leadership style, he empowers teams to excel, fostering a culture where technical expertise and leadership skills coalesce to drive results.
Beyond his executive roles, Ngozi is dedicated to building a safer digital future. He serves on the Board of Savvy Cyber Kids, a nonprofit committed to educating youth on cybersecurity and digital ethics and is the Board Secretary of the Retail & Hospitality Information Sharing and Analysis Center (RH-ISAC). Through his board service, he supports cross-industry collaboration to strengthen cybersecurity defenses in the retail and hospitality sectors.