Cyber Security Summit Philippines 2025: Uniting Leaders to Fortify Digital Defenses Physical Conference on 20-21st March, Marriott Manila

Manila, Philippines: In late 2024, a leading financial institution in Southeast Asia faced a coordinated ransomware attack that threatened to cripple its operations. The attackers exploited a vulnerability in the organization’s cloud infrastructure, encrypting critical data and demanding a hefty ransom. Rather than succumbing to panic, the organization swiftly activated its incident response plan, leveraging a multi-layered defense strategy combining zero trust principles, AI-driven threat detection, and real-time collaboration with government cybersecurity agencies.

Within hours, the company contained the breach, isolated affected systems, and deployed backup recovery protocols. The quick, decisive action not only minimized downtime but also safeguarded sensitive customer data, ultimately reinforcing trust and strengthening its security posture. This incident served as a wake-up call, sparking a nationwide conversation about the importance of proactive cybersecurity measures — a conversation that will take center stage at the upcoming Cyber Security Summit (CSS) Philippines 2025.

CSS Philippines 2025:

Set to take place on March 20-21, 2025, in Manila, the Cyber Security Summit Philippines, organized by Exito Media Concepts, will bring together industry leaders, government officials, and technology experts to discuss the latest trends, challenges, and solutions in cybersecurity.

With the Philippines increasingly embracing digital transformation, the event underscores the growing importance of securing the nation’s critical infrastructure and digital economy. The summit aligns with the country’s National Cybersecurity Plan 2024-2028, which aims to bolster cyber defenses, protect key assets, and cultivate a resilient digital ecosystem.

Key Sessions and Highlights:

Government Dialogue: Undersecretary Jeffrey Ian C. Dy from the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) will unpack the key pillars of the National Cybersecurity Plan, offering insights into the government’s strategies for safeguarding infrastructure and enhancing cybersecurity workforce capabilities. .

Zero Trust Imperative : Leading cybersecurity officers will dissect the principles of zero trust architecture and how AI-driven security can not only protect digital assets but also improve efficiency across hybrid work environments.

Mastering the Cybersecurity Maze: CISOs from some of the Philippines’ largest organizations will share their strategies for meeting compliance requirements, fostering a security-conscious workforce, and building organizational resilience against evolving threats.

Interactive Round tables: Attendees can participate in discussions on cloud security, third-party risk management, data protection, and identity governance, gaining actionable insights into strengthening their cybersecurity postures.

Featured Speakers:

● Jeffrey Ian C. Dy, Undersecretary for Infostructure Management, Cybersecurity, and Upskilling Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT), Republic of the Philippines

● Carlos Tengkiat, Chief Information Security Officer ,Rizal Commercial Banking Corporation

● Alexander Antukh, Chief Information Security Officer, Aboitiz Power

● Andrew Jayson Ong ,Chief Information Security Officer, Aboitiz Infracapital

● Irene M. Camacho, Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) and Data Protection Officer (DPO), Healthway Philippines Inc.

Collaboration for a Safer Digital Future:

As threats grow more sophisticated, so too must the strategies employed to counter them. The CSS Philippines 2025 will serve as a crucial platform for fostering collaboration between the public and private sectors, encouraging knowledge-sharing, and empowering organizations to stay ahead of cyber adversaries. Don’t miss the chance to be part of this transformative event.