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Berlin Cybersecurity Social #21
2025-11-20 · 16:00
Are you a cybersecurity professional looking to connect with like-minded professionals, share experiences, and make friends? Look no further! Agenda 5 PM - 6 PM: Welcome & Ice Breakers 6 PM - 6.30 PM: The CISO Shift: From Security Execution to Strategic Influence 6.30 PM - 8 PM: Networking Topic: The CISO Shift: From Security Execution to Strategic There is a point in every security career where the work stops being about vulnerability backlogs and tool configuration, and becomes about shaping how an organization understands and manages risk. This talk breaks down that shift: identifying Crown Jewels and irreversible failure modes, defining the security functions that must never degrade, and building secure-by-default paved roads that engineering teams actually use. We’ll cover how to communicate in attacker intent instead of CVE counts, show real risk reduction through a few high-signal KPIs, and earn the trust required to influence architecture, roadmap, and culture. About the speaker: Sheetal Joseph is a cybersecurity executive with over 20 years of experience leading security strategy and transformation across financial services, digital assets, and other high-impact sectors. She has served as CISO and senior security leader in high-growth, regulated environments, guiding organizations through European regulatory scrutiny while scaling modern, cloud-native security programs. She speaks on security leadership, influence, and the practical realities of driving meaningful change in complex organizations. ***Please note***: **We will be sharing the venue with other tech communities bringing more opportunity for collaboration, but will also be able to have a space for our community too as well as the common networking areas. **Registration at the venue is required (also for a free drink!), for privacy and PII concerns you can feel free to share minimal info but at minimum an email and first name and last initial is required (any of your choosing ;) About Venture Café Berlin: Venture Café Berlin connects a community of innovators and entrepreneurs with free high-impact programming and events. Venture Café is a part of the CIC network, whose mission is to fix the world through innovation. About Berlin Cybersecurity Social: This meetup is open to cybersecurity professionals of all levels, from beginners to experts. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting your journey in the field, this event is the perfect opportunity to connect with others who share your passion for cybersecurity. |
Berlin Cybersecurity Social #21
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Berlin Cybersecurity Social #20
2025-11-06 · 17:00
Are you a cybersecurity professional looking to connect with like-minded professionals, share experiences, and make friends? Look no further! Agenda:
The identity landscape is changing fast and with it, the challenges around access, control, and visibility. * As organisations adopt more cloud services, automate workflows, and rely on non-human identities, IAM (Identity Access Management) has become one of the most discussed topics in security today. * This month we're bringing together perspectives from leadership, practitioner and solution sides to discuss: *
For this Fishbowl Discussion edition: bring your questions and challenges around Identity Security as we'll be opening the floor to engage in a fishbowl format https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fishbowl_(conversation) and mastermind with our experts! Who is this for?
About the speakers: Michał Pawlicki is an Identity and Access Management (IAM) specialist dedicated to building and implementing robust workforce identity solutions. Currently, he's diving into the complexities of regulatory compliance within the financial industry, following his impactful experience driving IAM adoption and efficiency across the logistics sector. Marko Todorovic is a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) with extensive experience building and leading security programs in regulated industries. His background includes key security leadership roles at N26, Holvi, and most recently Moss. Marko specializes in cybersecurity, data privacy, information risk management, and compliance, driving cross-functional initiatives that strengthen organizational resilience and ensure adherence to regulatory standards. He is also a guest lecturer at the University of Zagreb, where he delivers sessions on Information System Auditing and Security, sharing practical insights and bridging academic theory with real-world application. Pranav Vattaparambil is a security and product strategist with deep expertise in fintech. Formerly VP of Cybersecurity at the EU’s largest Banking-as-a-Service company, he is currently CSO at Unosecur, a Berlin-based IAM security company. He also advises multiple startups on navigating security, risk, and go-to-market strategy. Pranav bridges the gap between technical execution and business impact, especially in regulated industries like banking and crypto. Bonus AMA “Scaling Security from Startup to Silicon Valley” with Anshu Gupta (SVCI, ex-Fast, SPAN, Varo Bank) Anshu Gupta is investor at Silicon Valley CISO Investments (SVCI) and former VP of Security & Privacy at SPAN and Fast. Anshu has built and led security programs at some of the Valley’s most innovative startups: from helping Fast reach PCI DSS Level 1 compliance within a year to shaping Varo Bank’s security program that supported its FDIC approval. As part of SVCI, he now advises and invests in the next generation of cybersecurity startups. About Berlin Cybersecurity Social: This meetup is open to cybersecurity professionals of all levels, from beginners to experts. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting your journey in the field, this event is the perfect opportunity to connect with others who share your passion for cybersecurity. About The Social Hub Berlin: The Social Hub is a hotel, coworking, and student accommodation in the Mitte district that serves as a community hub for travelers, locals, students, and digital nomads. It offers spaces to learn, work, and socialize, with amenities like a gym, event spaces, and restaurants and bars, all designed to foster connection and a vibrant atmosphere. |
Berlin Cybersecurity Social #20
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Berlin Cybersecurity Social #19
2025-09-25 · 15:00
Are you a cybersecurity professional looking to connect with like-minded professionals, share experiences, and make friends? Look no further! Join us for a special edition of the Berlin Cybersecurity Social hosted in collaboration with the Venture Café Berlin and the AI Ethics Action Hub for a fantastic evening of networking. **Registration at the venue is required (also for a free drink!), for privacy and PII concerns you can feel free to share minimal info but at minimum an email and first name and last initial is required (any of your choosing ;) --> Register here: https://venturecafeberlin.org/sessions/the-art-of-incident-response-humans-not-just-playbooks/?type=session Agenda:
What You'll Learn
***Please note***: **We will be sharing the venue with other tech communities bringing more opportunity for collaboration, but will also be able to have a space for our community too as well as the common networking areas. **Registration at the venue is required (also for a free drink!), for privacy and PII concerns you can feel free to share minimal info but at minimum an email and first name and last initial is required (any of your choosing ;) --> Register here: https://venturecafeberlin.org/sessions/the-art-of-incident-response-humans-not-just-playbooks/?type=session About the Speaker: Gabriela Corşatea, currently Senior Security Engineer at Parloa, is a Security Engineer with 9 years of experience across incident response, endpoint & cloud security, threat detection, and security engineering. She is passionate about translating cybersecurity into something everyone can understand and working with teams to solve security challenges and keep systems safe. About Venture Café Berlin: Venture Café Berlin connects a community of innovators and entrepreneurs with free high-impact programming and events. Venture Café is a part of the CIC network, whose mission is to fix the world through innovation. About Berlin Cybersecurity Social: This meetup is open to cybersecurity professionals of all levels, from beginners to experts. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting your journey in the field, this event is the perfect opportunity to connect with others who share your passion for cybersecurity. |
Berlin Cybersecurity Social #19
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Berlin Cybersecurity Social #18: AI & Cybersecurity Sessions
2025-07-31 · 15:00
Are you a cybersecurity professional looking to connect with like-minded professionals, share experiences, and make friends? Look no further! Join us for a special edition of the Berlin Cybersecurity Social hosted in collaboration with the Venture Café Berlin and the AI Ethics Action Hub for a fantastic evening of networking. Agenda:
*This session is organised by the AI Ethics Action Hub About the Speakers: Iryna Schwindt is a Cybersecurity engineer currently at Vodafone and a co-author at the OWASP AI Exchange (https://owaspai.org/) project, contributing to the EU AI Act security standard and AI Red Teaming. Jose Quesada is the founder and director of Data Science Retreat (DSR), an advanced ML bootcamp that has helped over 300 professionals land data science roles. With a PhD and 20+ years in machine learning, Jose brings a unique blend of technical depth and creative flair—he’s also a former photorealism artist. He has advised on impactful projects ranging from malaria diagnostics to sustainability-focused robotics. Diana Waithanji is a Cybersecurity Engineer at SAP SE, with experience working across Europe and Africa. She is an advocate for data privacy as a fundamental human right and serves on two technical committees at the Kenya Bureau of Standards. Diana is also a board member at Nivishe Foundation, where she supports youth mental health through safe spaces. Her work bridges global standards, social impact, and cutting-edge security practices. Ali Yazdani is a seasoned security professional with over a decade of experience spanning offensive security and secure development practices. Starting his career as a penetration tester, he now specializes in building scalable DevSecOps programs and embedding security into engineering workflows. Ali brings deep technical knowledge and a pragmatic approach to security culture. His mission is to empower teams to build safer software at scale and is currently a founder at Scandog.io Pranav Vattaparambil is Chief Security Officer at Unosecur (https://www.unosecur.com/) as well as a security and product strategist with deep expertise in fintech. Formerly VP of Cybersecurity at the EU’s largest Banking-as-a-Service company, he also advises multiple startups on navigating security, risk, and go-to-market strategy. Pranav bridges the gap between technical execution and business impact, especially in regulated industries like banking and crypto. His focus is on helping companies build secure, scalable products from day one. About Venture Café Berlin: Venture Café Berlin connects a community of innovators and entrepreneurs with free high-impact programming and events. Venture Café is a part of the CIC network, whose mission is to fix the world through innovation. About Berlin Cybersecurity Social: This meetup is open to cybersecurity professionals of all levels, from beginners to experts. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting your journey in the field, this event is the perfect opportunity to connect with others who share your passion for cybersecurity. About the AI Ethics Action Hub: A global, interdisciplinary collective dedicated to advancing ethical, inclusive, and accountable AI. We believe technology should be designed to respecting human dignity, planetary well-being, and intergenerational justice. |
Berlin Cybersecurity Social #18: AI & Cybersecurity Sessions
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Berlin Cybersecurity Social #9: End of Summer Party
2024-09-07 · 12:00
** IMPORTANT INFO ON FOOD AND PAID EVENT INFO BELOW** Had enough of holidays, partying and summer? Us neither but alas… 😅 Join us as we wrap up the season with an insightful talk that’s perfect for kicking off the new school year, all while enjoying some laid-back end-of-summer BBQ vibes. This time we’ll be talking about FinTech cybersecurity with a focus on the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) and the Network and Information Security Directive 2 (NIS2). These regulatory frameworks are transforming how financial institutions approach cybersecurity, and understanding them is crucial for ensuring compliance and enhancing operational resilience. In this session, Pranav will explore the key components of DORA and NIS2, their impact on the FinTech landscape, and practical strategies for achieving compliance. Whether you're a cybersecurity professional, compliance officer, or FinTech or general cybersecurity enthusiast, this meetup will equip you with the knowledge and tools needed to navigate these regulatory requirements effectively. Key Topics:
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🍔🌭: Fancy some BBQ with us? We’ll be grilling some burgers and hotdogs outside this time! (Vegan options possible) NB: The event is NOT A PAID EVENT, however, if you would like to have some food, the optional €10 euros ‘paid event’ fee will cover you for one of the following options: (Option 1): 2 Burgers (Option 2): 2 Hot dogs (Option 3): 1 Burger, 1 Hot Dog (Option 4): 2 Vegan Burgers (Option 5): 2 Vegan Hot dogs (Option 6): 1 Vegan Burger, 1 Vegan Hot Dog 🍺💰Drinks will be available separately at the bar as normal so please bring cash for the c-base bar! **IMPORTANT**: 👉 When paying please include 1. YOUR NAME and 2. WHICH FOOD OPTION you would like in the Paypal payment description! (e.g. Brandi Z - Option 2) 👉 Please pre-order as we will buy according to demand and have only a little more available for ad-hoc on the day! 👉 If you DO NOT want food, please DO NOT PAY the 'Paid Event' fee and just show up! About the speaker: Pranav Vattaparambil Pranav Vattaparambil is a seasoned cybersecurity leader with over a decade of experience, most recently serving as the Chief Information Security Officer at SoSafe. In this role, he focused on advancing operational security and aligning stakeholders with a vision of security as a catalyst for business growth. Previously, as VP of Cyber Security at Solaris, Pranav led teams in implementing critical regulatory controls, significantly enhancing the organisation's security posture. Throughout his career, Pranav has excelled in managing large-scale security programmes, leading compliance efforts across complex regulatory landscapes, and articulating the business value of security to C-suite executives and board members. His strategic oversight and team leadership have been instrumental in transforming security programmes and aligning them with business objectives at highly regulated organisations like Solaris. |
Berlin Cybersecurity Social #9: End of Summer Party
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Berlin Cybersecurity Social #6
2024-04-16 · 17:00
Are you a cybersecurity professional looking to connect with like-minded professionals, share experiences, and make friends? Look no further! Join us for the Berlin Cybersecurity Social for a fantastic evening of networking. Agenda:
Are you responsible for setting the salaries for your cybersecurity team hires? Are you looking to build a team with competitive salaries? Or maybe you’re wondering how much you could be making compared to your peers or industry benchmarks here in Germany or the EU? Pay transparency is increasingly becoming a priority in order to improve employee wellbeing, motivation and retention across all industries, with cybersecurity being no exception. Join us as Marcos Gutierrez, Lead Security Engineer at Klarna and Co-Founder of APSIC (Colombia’s largest community of cybersecurity leaders), shares his insights from building and hiring cybersecurity teams globally including here in Germany, as well as discusses some findings from published reports on what you, as a cybersecurity professional, could be earning from entry level to seasoned expert, or as a leader, what you can expect to be investing in your future team! *
About the Speaker: Marcos Gutierrez is an experienced cybersecurity leader with over 16 years of leadership experience across a range of industries, including FinTech, Banking, Cybersecurity, Telecommunications, Insurance, and Consultancies. Prior to relocating to Berlin, Marcos co-founded and led APSIC (Asociación de Profesionales Seguridad de la Información y Ciberseguridad), a non-profit community of cybersecurity professionals based in Colombia, with over 400 members in executive and leadership positions. Skilled in security leadership, architecture, and advising, with a proven track record of developing and implementing effective security strategies, he is also certified in CISSP, CISM, ISO 27001, and ISO 20000, and fluent in English and Spanish. About the Location: c-base e. V. is a non-profit association located in Berlin, Germany which has about 300 members. The purpose of this association is to increase knowledge and know-how regarding computer software, hardware and data networks. The premises of the association are also used by other initiatives in and around Berlin as an event location or as function rooms, for example the wireless community network freifunk.net, the Chaos Computer Club or the Wikipedia group in Berlin. About Berlin Cybersecurity Social: This meetup is open to cybersecurity professionals of all levels, from beginners to experts. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting your journey in the field, this event is the perfect opportunity to connect with others who share your passion for cybersecurity. Don't miss out on this chance to unwind, network and enjoy the company of fellow cybersecurity professionals! See you there! |
Berlin Cybersecurity Social #6
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