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DrBA MSc Jeroen Van Der Vlies

DrBA MSc Jeroen Van Der Vlies | checksec.nl
DrBA MSc Jeroen Van Der Vlies

Biography

As an AI CISO, DPO, and IT Risk Assessor, Jeroen Van Der Vlies helps organizations turn complex cybersecurity and privacy challenges into clear strategies and practical action. He leads the development and implementation of information security and data privacy programs for central and local governments, enterprises, and small and medium-sized businesses.
With more than 20 years of experience in cybersecurity, privacy, and risk management, Jeroen brings a business-focused approach to protecting valuable assets, managing cyber threats, and supporting compliance with applicable regulations and standards. His mission is to make security and privacy an integral part of how organizations operate and achieve their goals.
As a trainer and author, Jeroen translates complex topics into accessible insights—equipping leaders and professionals with the knowledge to make informed decisions and strengthen organizational resilience.

Sessions

10:00h
Side Event | Side Event CISOs & Security Leader

AI in your CISO security program: From risk to readiness

DrBA MSc Jeroen Van Der Vlies
DrBA MSc Jeroen Van Der Vlies checksec.nl Trainer, Writer, A.I. CISO/CISPO and Auditor Speaker

2026-11-04 10:00 2026-11-04 11:30 Europe/Madrid AI in your CISO security program: From risk to readiness
Turn AI uncertainty into security leadership
AI is changing the rules of cyberattack and defence. For CISOs, the challenge is clear: manage emerging risks while putting AI to work in the security program.
Move beyond the hype. Join this workshop to explore how to connect AI adoption with business strategy, establish effective governance, and turn promising use cases into measurable security outcomes.

From strategic insight to practical action
Join DrBA MSc Jeroen Van Der Vlies for a business-focused discussion on AI, cybersecurity, and executive decision-making. Explore perspectives from EC-Council’s Certified AI Program Manager CAIPM training and his book, How Can the C-level Boardroom Stay Agile and Make Effective Company Decisions of (New) “Cyber” Business Risks.
The session brings together AI risk management, security operations, and boardroom priorities, focusing on supporting compliance with applicable requirements under the AI Act, GDPR, NIS2, CER, and the Cybersecurity Act.

Three calls to action
Take control of your AI risk. Map your organization’s AI exposure and establish clear policies, accountability, and oversight aligned with your business priorities.
Put AI to work in your security program. Prioritize use cases—from alert triage to incident response—and plan controlled pilots with clear success criteria.
Turn ambition into readiness. Build an actionable roadmap that connects people, processes, and technology with measurable outcomes and executive oversight.
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