Cybersecurity 2026: NIS 2 Accountability & AI Driven SOC transformation

Cybersecurity 2026: NIS 2 Accountability & AI Driven SOC transformation

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This session provides a structured, cross-sector analysis & insight sharing of the regulatory and technological changes that shaped the cybersecurity in 2026, with focus on executive accountability, operational resilience, and AI-driven Security Operations.
Learning Objectives:
  • NIS 2 Directive,  Executive & Technical Accountability, what leaders & cybersecurity technicians must know.

You will learn how to interpret regulatory mandates for 2026, how to deal with security governance and cyber incident notification, with focus on alignment between technical implementation and executive oversight as well as practical control frameworks to map with the operations.
  • AI & Automation for SOC, Data Analyzes, forensics & Noise reduction.

A strategic approach on AI assisted threat detection and behavioral analytics, Human-AI Collaboration model in modern SOC, and mastering the incident orchestration by understanding the integration between the layers and how to automate responses to complex threats. The session addresses both opportunities and risk considerations.
Benefits:
Clear understanding of the accountability and risk exposure under NIS 2 with practical interpretation of governance, risk management, and incident notification obligations. Insights into scalable automation for incident orchestration and gaining the know-how on applying tactics to improve SOC efficiencies through AI & Automations.
Speakers:
Mohamed Salih is the Tower Lead for Cybersecurity Services at Stefanini (MSSP), with over 12 years of experience in enterprise IT and cybersecurity delivery. He specializes in regulatory-driven security architecture, managed security services, and large scale security transformation initiatives across multi-national & global environments. Mohamed focuses on aligning cybersecurity strategy with business objectives, operational resilience, and regulatory compliance, including NIS 2, DORA, and OT Security. His expertise spans security governance, SOC operating models, automation-driven detection and response, and the integration of AI capabilities to enhance security operations effectiveness. He has led the design & implementation for over 120+ security projects across EMEA, APAC and North America.
Marcos Lustosa is a Senior Cybersecurity Engineer with over 12 years of experience securing critical environments across the Americas and EMEA. His background includes securing environments ranging from the critical financial infrastructure , Nuclear Powe plants facilities to the high-visibility security operations of the Rio 2016 Olympics. Marcos combines strong technical depth with a pragmatic architectural approach, focusing on building resilient and scalable security controls. His expertise spans security architecture, cloud security implementations, and operational hardening of sensitive infrastructures. He is currently part of the Professional Services team within Stefanini’s Cyber Security Services Tower (MSSP), where he leads and advises on the implementation of secure cloud solutions.
Moderator:

Liviu Arsene is a cybersecurity executive with almost two decades of experience leading global threat research, intelligence-sharing ecosystems, and detection strategy initiatives. He specializes in adversary tradecraft analysis, malware intelligence, certification governance, and cross-functional orchestration across engineering, data science, and product teams. A seasoned spokesperson and conference speaker, Liviu has shaped public-facing security thought leadership while strengthening product credibility through strategic partnerships, technology alliances, and independent testing programs. He combines technical expertise with executive communication skills, translating complex threat intelligence into actionable strategy, market positioning, and ecosystem impact.

Zoom link: https://zoom.us/j/96643311671?pwd=okyoORZBdXARlE7PI3a8QoT1D8bB3t.1

 

Date And Time

10/03/2026 - 18:00 to
10/03/2026 - 19:00
 

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Speakers - Mohamed Salih, Marcos Lustosa