Speaker Bio
Justin Williams, a distinguished leader in the field of cybersecurity, currently serves as the Group CISO at MTN. Over the past eight years, he has spearheaded the Group Security function, establishing and transforming the security landscape across the organization. Under his leadership, MTN has seen substantial advancements in its security protocols and practices, fortifying its defenses against an ever-evolving threat landscape. Prior to MTN, Williams was an executive director at EY responsible for Cyber Security. His 19-year career at EY encompassed a variety of roles during which he developed deep expertise and a robust skill set in these critical areas.
Justin Williams is academically and professionally accomplished, holding a CA (SA), MBA, CISSP, CRISC, and CGEIT. He is a member of the IOD(SA) and studying towards his Certified Director. His contributions to the cyber security field have been widely recognized, earning him spots on the Global Top 100 Leaders in Information Security by Corinium and the Cyber50 Leaders to Watch by Exito. Additionally, he has served as a member of the Audit Committee and Board for ISACA South Africa and continues to be an influential Advisory Board Member.
One of his notable achievements includes receiving the prestigious Thomas H Fitzgerald Award for attaining the highest score globally on the December 2014 Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) exam. This accolade underscores his deep knowledge and exceptional expertise in information security.
Justin Williams' career is marked by a series of significant achievements and a steadfast commitment to enhancing cybersecurity practices. His leadership continues to inspire and drive forward the standards of security in the organizations he serves.