Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming cybersecurity by enabling advanced threat detection, automated defense mechanisms, and predictive risk analysis. However, AI also introduces new challenges, such as adversarial attacks, evolving cyber threats, and ethical considerations. Additionally, as AI-driven systems process vast amounts of sensitive data, ensuring secure data handling and maintaining trust in automated security measures become critical. This panel will explore how AI is reshaping cybersecurity, the strategies organizations can adopt to mitigate AI-driven threats, and the role of governance in securing digital ecosystems.
AI-Powered Cybersecurity – Opportunities and Emerging Threats
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Mazen Ali
Associate Professor University of Bahrain
Mazen Ali
Associate Professor University of Bahrain
ICT leader with extensive experience in strategic and operational management in higher education. He holds an MSc and PhD in Information Systems from the University of Melbourne, Australia, and serves as Director of the E-Learning Center at the University of Bahrain. As President of ISACA Bahrain Chapter, he actively promotes best practices in cybersecurity, IS governance, and emerging technologies. A frequent speaker at local and international conferences, Dr. Ali shares insights on emerging technologies, information security, risk management, and IS governance.
Osman Azab
President ISACA Cairo Chapter
Osman Azab
President ISACA Cairo Chapter
Expert & Certified Professional with over 3 decades of experience in IT Audit ,Governance, Management, Security, Risk
He has held leadership roles, including serving as the President of ISACA Cairo. With extensive experience in Audit governance, risk management, and business continuity, he specializes in IT Audit, risk management, business process management, policies and procedures, digital transformation, cybersecurity, and various operational and strategic initiatives.
Ramona Ratiu
Board Strategic Advisor & Immediate Past President ISACA Chicago Chapter
Ramona Ratiu
Board Strategic Advisor & Immediate Past President ISACA Chicago Chapter
Cybersecurity leader and Head of the Cyber Resilience Testing Program at Zurich Insurance. A Global Ambassador for Responsible AI and an advocate for emerging cyber trends, Ramona serves as an Adjunct Professor at DePaul University, where she earned the 2024 Excellence in Leadership Award.
A Board Strategic Advisor and Past President of ISACA Chicago, she has received multiple accolades, including the 2025 Technology for Humanity Award, 2023 Inspirational Leader Global Award for her “visionary leadership in advancing cybersecurity careers, empowering women, and amplifying underrepresented voices in tech.”
As the Founder of the SheLeadsTech EXPERTISE program, Ramona is committed to advancing women in tech. She is an APMG-certified instructor for ISACA certifications and a mentor for DePaul students and TechWomen. Holding multiple professional certifications (CISM, CISA, GSTRT, GCCC), Ramona is a sought-after speaker and author on cybersecurity, AI ethics, governance, digital transformation, and leadership
Ramzy El-Masry
Board Member ISACA NL Chapter
Experienced Information Security Professional, Engineering degree in Computer & Systems Engineering, Multinational Experience, Managed Security Services Provider (MSSP) Experience, Security Consulting Pro-Bono/Paid for both NGO/NPO & Corporates, IT Audit, Pen Testing, SOC Strategic Planning & Implementation, SIEM Implementations, Cloud Adoption & Security, holding certifications vendor related/non-vendor related including (CISSP, CISM, CRISC, CGEIT), worked in multiple roles from purely technical roles, to managerial and advisory.
I am also a board member of ISACA Netherlands Chapter leading the Square Tables Committee and the Global Relations & Marketing, a volunteer role that allows me to share my knowledge and insights with other security professionals from different ISACA chapters worldwide.
Ulrika Dellrud
Board member and Certification Director ISACA Belgium Chapter
Ulrika Dellrud
Board member and Certification Director ISACA Belgium Chapter
A globally recognized expert in privacy, data, AI, digital ethics, and ESG, with 25 years of operational and strategic experience. Ulrika has served as EMEA and global chief privacy officer for major multinational companies and currently holds the position of Chief Privacy & Data Ethics Officer at Smarter Contracts. She also serves as a Non-Executive Director, advising startups on data strategies.
Actively engaged with global regulators, she is a European Data Protection Board advisor and a long-time advisory board member of the IAPP, where she also serves on the AI governance board. A Swedish and US-qualified attorney and New York Bar member, she has been recognized for her exceptional contributions to privacy, receiving the inaugural IAPP Hughes Leaders Award in 2022.
Ulrika is a board member and certification director at ISACA Belgium, a dedicated mentor and coach, and actively supports Women in Privacy and ISACA’s SheLeadsTech program, advocating for the development of young professionals in the data field.
Sami Rifky
Vice President & Immediate Past President ISACA Casablanca Chapter
Sami Rifky
Vice President & Immediate Past President ISACA Casablanca Chapter
IT audit, cybersecurity, privacy, and risk management professional with over 20 years of experience in the industrial and banking sectors. He is the Head of IT Audit in a leading Industrial Group, driving AI and data analytics initiatives to enhance audit efficiency
He has held leadership roles as Vice President and immediate Past President of ISACA Casablanca and former Vice President of IIA Morocco. As an ISACA-accredited trainer, he mentors professionals in IT audit, cybersecurity, and governance.
Ali Fathi AlShaikh
President ISACA Riyadh Chapter
Ali Fathi AlShaikh
President ISACA Riyadh Chapter
ICT Expert & Certified Professional with over 3 decades of experience in IT Governance, Management, Security, Risk
He has held leadership roles, including serving as the President of ISACA Riyadh. With extensive experience in governance, risk management, and business continuity, he specializes in disaster recovery (BCDR), infrastructure projects, and operations audit (both external and internal). His expertise includes ISO 27001, ISO 20000, risk management, business process management (BPM), policies and procedures, digital transformation, cybersecurity, and various operational and strategic initiatives.
Walid Bouzouita
Managing Partner AB Audit
Walid Bouzouita
Managing Partner AB Audit
Consultant with over 20 years of experience working with national and multinational companies. An international speaker and expert in emerging technologies, cybersecurity audit, risk management, and IT governance training.
Provides consulting services across multiple domains, specializing in IT governance (COBIT) and risk management, including COSO, ISO 31000, NIST, and ISO 27005. Experienced in cybersecurity auditing and internal audits, holding CISA certification. Skilled in IT service management and project management, including PMO implementation and project auditing. Proficient in business analysis and process modeling using BPMN 2.0. Well-versed in compliance and management systems, including ISO 20000, ISO 27001, ISO 37301, ISO 21001, and ISO 9001.
He has held leadership roles, including serving as the President of Tunis Chapter
