The Human Firewall CTO Round Table

We would love you to join Viatel Technology Group at the Ivy, for a delicious three course lunch and an engaging afternoon of discussions on how to build a Human Firewall in your organisation. Hear insights from our parter KnowBe4 and listen to one of our valued customers talk about their experience.

Essential Details

📍Location: The Ivy, Dublin D02 TF98
⏰Date: Wednesday 28 May 2025
📅Time: 12.30-3.00pm

Agenda

  • 12:30 – Tea/Coffee
  • 12.45 – Welcome by Viatel CISO Ed Heneghan
  • 13.00 – KnowBe4’s Javvad Malik
  • 13.15 –  Customer experience Amr Mostafa from FBD Hotels & Resorts
  • 13:30 – Three Course Lunch
  • 15.00 – Finish

This event is essential for CTOs or senior IT managers concerned about their cyber responsibilities.

 

 

Meet the Speakers

Ed Henegan

Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at Viatel Technology Group

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With over two decades of experience, Ed Heneghan is a leading cybersecurity consultant and ethical hacker. He has built considerable expertise in securing digital assets for businesses. Ed is a strong advocate for cybersecurity education and awareness, emphasising the importance of people as the “human firewall” every business needs.

Ed has a proven track record in government, SME, and financial services sectors. His specialities include penetration testing, security incident response, cryptography, intrusion detection, and incident analysis. Ed’s dedication and comprehensive skill set make him an invaluable asset to any organisation seeking to protect its digital infrastructure.

Javvad Malik

Lead Security Awareness Advocate at KnowBe4

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Javvad is an IT security professional with over 20 years of experience as an IT security administrator, consultant, industry analyst, and security advocate. He is also a multi-award winner and is currently a Guinness World Records holder for the most views of a cybersecurity lesson on YouTube in 24 hours. Javvad is passionate about helping people understand the value of cyber security and how every department and individual can play their part. He often educates his audience through blog posts, videos, podcasts, and at public speaking events. Malik holds the SACP and CISSP certifications.

Amr Mostafa

Group Head of IT and Innovation, FBD Hotels and Resorts

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Amr is a seasoned Group Head of IT & Innovation with over 22 years of experience in the hospitality industry, spanning various regions including Ireland, Central and North Africa, and the Gulf Area. Throughout Amr’s career, he had the privilege of working with major hotel chains, overseeing some of their most prestigious properties.