No two CISOs lead the same way, yet all face the same fundamental challenges of risk, resilience, and business alignment. In this session, two security leaders with very different backgrounds and philosophies will share how their unique journeys have shaped their approach to leadership. Through candid dialogue, they will compare contrasting strategies, highlight lessons learned, and seek common ground on what makes security leadership effective today. Attendees will gain fresh insights into how diverse approaches can still converge on the shared goal of protecting the enterprise.

Key themes include:

• Contrasting leadership philosophies and how they shape CISO decision-making.

• The tradeoffs between technical rigor, business alignment, and cultural influence.

• Building a flexible leadership style that adapts to evolving threats and organizational needs.