Niel Harper

Wrapped up Day 2 of Black Hat MEA participating in a Fireside Chat with two amazing security leaders Trina Ford and Priya Mouli. We talked about the promise of agentic AI and the underlying risks that businesses and cyber professionals need to address. #BlackHatMEA #AgenticAI #DefenseinDepth

Yesterday at Black Hat MEA, my first deep dive session of the day focused on "Ransomware as a Service (RaaS) from code to cartel" - We explored the evolution of ransomware into today's organized, profit-centered, multi-disciplinary threat collectives #BlackHatMEA #RaaS #Cybercrime

Why the Current Debate on the UK Digital ID (“BritCard”) is Misleading The current negative debate about the BritCard is misleading because it largely relies on outdated assumptions about technology and centralization, ignoring the fundamental privacy safeguards that …

'Why the Current Debate on the UK Digital ID ("BritCard") is Misleading' - Modern digital ID architectures are secure and privacy enabling by design bit.ly/3KAAHo7 #privacy #security #privacyrights #digitalid

Free Wi-Fi Leaves Buses Vulnerable to Remote Hacking Researchers showed how flaws in a bus’ onboard and remote systems can be exploited by hackers for tracking, control and spying.

'Free Wi-Fi Leaves Buses Vulnerable to Remote Hacking' - Attackers can track the location of buses, access onboard cameras, initiate false emergency/accident alerts, and issue remote commands to critical systems - Yikes! bit.ly/45AwZSx #securitybydesign #threatmodeling #securityarchitecture

I am honored to be included in the AuditBoard second annual list of '25 CISOs to Watch', a compilation of the industry's most resilient and innovative minds. Check out the list here: bit.ly/3JlWwHk

'2025 SC Award Winners: Best Professional Certification Program' - ISACA’s CISM certification has been named the Best Professional Certification Program at the 2025 SC Awards - This is testament to the commitment of the organization to delivering excellence! bit.ly/4jzqjJR #digitaltrust #infosec

'Security leaders shed light on their zero trust journeys' - Moving towards a zero trust architecture is a progressive journey rather than a mere technological shift. Totally enjoyed sharing my experiences with CSO Online bit.ly/4cI2P2C #zerotrust #identitymgmt #endpointsecurity

I thoroughly enjoyed tag teaming with Safia Kazi to discuss the key findings of the ISACA State of Privacy Survey - Check out the podcast and let me know what you think! bit.ly/41LnIpN #privacy #security #dataprotection #regulations #privacyengineering #AI #digitaltrust

I would like to express my sincere gratitude to Security Magazine for recognizing me as one of the Top Cybersecurity Leaders for 2025 #cybersecurity #corporatesecurity #physicalsecurity #fireandsafety #riskmanagement

He is nowhere close to being a genius. That is literally a false persona that he has created.

RANsacked: Over 100 Security Flaws Found in LTE and 5G Network Implementations 119 LTE and 5G vulnerabilities disclosed, including 79 in MME and 36 in AMF, risking city-wide disruptions

'RANsacked: Over 100 Security Flaws Found in LTE and 5G Network Implementations' - A recent study has unveiled a worrying discovery of over 100 security flaws that can be used to persistently disrupt LTE and 5G implementations bit.ly/42uRbFk #cybersecurity #criticalinfrastructure #LTE #5G

New ISACA Research: 63 Percent of Privacy Professionals Find Their Jobs More Stressful Now Than Five Years Ago - For a deeper dive on the state of privacy, access a complimentary copy of the report and other related content at bit.ly/40po97w #privacy #dataprotection #compliance #regulation

'Five Ways Security Professionals Can Start the New Year Strong' - As we step into the new year, it's crucial to gear up for a more secure future. Check out my #DigitalTrust resolutions for 2025 here: bit.ly/4j7qCfj #Cybersecurity #OperationalResilience #CyberCapacityBuilding #NewYear #Resolutions

In 2024, I focused on transforming digital trust from rhetoric to reality. Whether advising the ITU, serving on the ISACA Board, or leading cyber at Doodle, the message was clear: trust isn't a feature, it's the foundation of our digital ecosystem. Checkout my 2024 LinkedIn Rewind: bit.ly/40lHMNR

I am curious how you (or anyone else) determine how talented someone is. Is it the quality of their voice? Live performances? General music appeal? Beyonce has aggregate sales of around 200 million in the US alone. That has to count for her broad-based appeal and audience perceptions of her talent.

'When does generative AI qualify for fair use?' - Suchir Balaji, former OpenAI Researcher and Copyright Whistleblower, succinctly explains why generative AI is not 'fair use' - Excellent read! bit.ly/4fnsGwG #ai #llm #fairuse #copyrightinfringement #bigtech #ripsir #thankyou

Cybersecurity: A Dynamic and Impactful Career Field Strengthening cybersecurity has become one of the most urgent — and universal — needs for both corporations and nations in recent years.

'Cybersecurity: A Dynamic and Impactful Career Field' - I wrote this article for Media Planet outlining why cybersecurity is such a dynamic and impactful career path. Check it out: bit.ly/41tZT6e #workforcedevelopment #cybercapacitybuilding

How the ISACA Board and Executive Management Address Cyber Risk The ISACA Board takes extensive action to understand and address cybersecurity risk while aligning cyber risk management with strategic business objectives.

'How the ISACA Board and Executive Management Address Cyber Risk' - Check out my recent blog that discusses the various ways in which leadership addresses #cyberrisk and #corporategovernance at ISACA bit.ly/3D3Oksh

Google’s New Open-Source Patch Validation Tools Vanir Unveiled Google has officially launched Vanir, a groundbreaking open-source security patch validation tool designed to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of patch management.

Google’s New Open-Source Patch Validation Tools Vanir Unveiled

Was that a typo? Did you mean "WE LETTING WEED GROW IN 2025"?

Do you have mice in your pocket? That's the only "we" you could be talking about 🤣

Stoli Group USA files for bankruptcy after ransomware attack The vodka distributor cited the cyberattack, legal battles with Russia and macroeconomic issues in its filing.

'Stoli Group USA files for bankruptcy after ransomware attack' - Deficient security controls have consequences bit.ly/41liaT3 #cyberattacks #operationalresilience #cyberriskmgmt

With Threats to Encryption Looming, Signal’s Meredith Whittaker Says ‘We’re Not Changing’ At WIRED’s The Big Interview event, the president of the Signal Foundation talked about secure communications as critical infrastructure and the need for a new funding paradigm for tech.

“We don’t want to be the outlier that proves the rule, we want to be a new set of rules leading the way to a much more open and diverse tech ecosystem,” Signal President @meredithmeredith.bsky.social told WIRED.

'Dispelling the Myths of Defense-Grade Cybersecurity' - In this Infosecurity Magazine webinar, I joined an expert group of panelists to uncover the truth behind common misconceptions about defense-grade cybersecurity bit.ly/3D0hDMq #defensegrade #cybersecurity #resilience #privacy

The 10 biggest issues CISOs and cyber teams face today From escalating cyber threats to questions about resources and security’s role in the enterprise, cyber leaders are reshaping their agendas to address several key long-standing and emerging concerns.

'The 10 biggest issues CISOs and cyber teams face today' Security leaders - What are the challenges keeping you up at night? Myself and other experts discuss the problems we're grappling with: bit.ly/3OFZDtb #threatlandscape #regulations #supplychainrisks #legalliability #AI #tightbudgets

Do you know about the critical overlap between HR and Cyber Security? Welcome to the SECURE | CYBER CONNECT Podcast with Jay Adamson and Warren Atkinson, where we’re joined by information and Cyber Security, Technology, and Talent Acquisition professionals who share their journeys, unique perspectives, and offer valuable advice and guidance. 👥 JOIN THE SECURE | CYBER CONNECT COMMUNITY: https://smart-connect-cyber.mn.co/ ✅ Learn More: https://linktr.ee/securecyberconnect In this episode, we are joined by Niel Harper, Chief Information Security & Data Protection Officer and Jessie Lajoie, Chief People & Culture Officer at Doodle. Together, they explore the critical overlap between HR and Cyber Security, discussing how these areas work together to create resilient and forward-thinking organisations. Niel, a recipient of the 2024 ISC2 Global Achievement Award, brings over 20 years of expertise in cyber security, risk management, and data privacy. With leadership experience at the UN and AT&T, he shares invaluable insights into navigating governance and protecting organisations in an ever-changing landscape. Jessie, with over 20 years of global HR experience, is skilled in managing diverse labour laws and cultural complexities. As a Certified Agile HR Practitioner, she drives innovative strategies that boost employee engagement and organisational success, championing a people-first approach to shaping the future of work. The SECURE | CYBER CONNECT team offers tailored resources and strategic introductions to help you thrive in the evolving landscape of Corporate Governance, Information Security & Cyber Security Recruitment, addressing Cultural, Technological & Talent Acquisition challenges. 📺 WATCH MORE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRzUBDsLBZcCYFEVZNwYSqg 🗓️ NEW EPISODES available every Sunday and Wednesday. 🔔 We appreciate your support - Please SUBSCRIBE, LIKE and SHARE #CyberSecurity #Recruitment #CyberConnect #Leadership #TechInnovation

'Human Resources and Cybersecurity (The Dynamic Duo)' - In this podcast, my amazing colleague Jessie Lajoie and I discuss how we effectively model our organizational value of collaboration towards achieving the optimal security culture at Doodle bit.ly/4ijjcVQ #peopleops #cybersecurity #riskculture

'The Caribbean Cybersecurity Pandemic – Building a Digital Trust Model' - In light of the spate of cyber attacks impacting Caribbean governments and corporations, I presented to the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) on improving #digitaltrust #security and #resilience bit.ly/4dZA1ll

'Huawei Sanctions - The Shot Backfires' - This is a great article about how the sanctions from the West have failed to limit China's growth bit.ly/4dLTk1r #technology #reinvention #mobility #selfsufficiency #AI #sanctions #protectionism

Navigating cybersecurity: Insights and tips from Niel Harper, Doodle’s CISO Learn about cybersecurity trends, data protection, and business strategies in our interview with Niel Harper, Doodle's CISO.

'Navigating cybersecurity: Insights and tips from Niel Harper, Doodle's CISO' - Honoured to be featured in this interview where I talk about cybersecurity trends, protecting customer data, and what businesses can do to stay safe bit.ly/47KGm2o #security #resilience #compliance #riskmgmt #leadership

I am pleased to announce that I am the recipient of the 2024
ISC2 Global Achievement Award in the Senior Professional (Europe, Middle East & Africa) category bit.ly/4gka1DA
#digitaltrust #riskandresilience #bajanborn #caribbeansoul 🇧🇧