Speaker Bio
Cihan brings over 18 years of experience in cybersecurity advisory and leadership roles. For the past four years, he has served as a Cybersecurity Subject Matter Expert at Mastercard, leading Cyber Advisory Initiatives across Europe. Prior to Mastercard, Cihan leveraged his expertise for a combined 13 years at Deloitte and PwC, providing strategic cybersecurity counsel across a broad range of industries and cybersecurity disciplines in both the US and Europe.
Cihan possesses a well-rounded academic background, holding a BSc degree, an MBA, and an MA in Information and Technology Law. He is pursuing his third Master’s degree in International Affairs on Cybersecurity at Kings College London. His extensive knowledge is further complemented by industry-recognized certifications such as CISSP, CISA, CIPP/E (GDPR), and CEH, demonstrating his deep understanding of cybersecurity best practices and regulations.