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Helen Oakley

Helen Oakley, Top 20 Canadian Women in Cybersecurity, helps organizations secure AI and software supply chains, ensuring transparency and compliance in an evolving threat landscape.

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It was an absolute pleasure having Helen deliver the keynote address on Agentic AI at our SANS AI Cybersecurity Summit. Her presentation struck the perfect balance between technical depth and accessibility, keeping our audience engaged throughout. Attendees noted Helen's session as a highlight of the summit, and the conversations her insights inspired continued well beyond her presentation.

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Why book Helen Oakley for your next event

  • Gain cutting-edge AI security strategies to safeguard your organization, ensuring resilience against evolving cyber threats and compliance risks.
  • Learn how to secure software supply chains against evolving threats, protecting your critical systems from vulnerabilities and supply chain attacks.
  • Shaped AI security standards for CISA.gov and GenAI.OWASP.org, influencing global cybersecurity policies and driving industry-wide transparency and protection.

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Cyber Risk Mitigation in AI-Powered Enterprises

Protect your organization with AI security expertise. Helen Oakley, a top cybersecurity leader, shapes global AI standards, ensuring transparency, compliance, and resilience. She has authored numerous articles on AI security and has been featured in leading industry conferences discussing the implications of AI on cybersecurity. ​Book her keynote for actionable strategies on securing AI and software supply chains. Stay ahead of cyber threats and drive innovation with confidence.

Keynote Speaker Helen Oakley is a globally recognized expert in cybersecurity, agentic AI security, AI transparency, and secure software development. She has played a key role in shaping AI security standards for CISA.gov and GenAI.OWASP.org, ensuring organizations can navigate the complexities of AI governance, risk mitigation, and regulatory compliance.

As Senior Director of Secure Development at SAP Global Security, she leads initiatives that help businesses fortify their AI-driven systems, secure critical software infrastructure, and stay ahead of emerging cyber threats. Helen is also a Founding Partner of the AI Integrity and Safe Use Foundation (AISUF.org), advancing global efforts to establish AI safety and security frameworks for critical infrastructure and enterprise environments.

Named one of the Top 20 Canadian Women in Cybersecurity, Helen is a sought-after speaker at major industry events, where she delivers actionable strategies to future-proof AI technologies, mitigate security risks, and build trust in digital transformation.

She also co-founded LeadingCyberLadies.com, advocating for greater diversity in cybersecurity leadership and fostering global collaboration on AI security best practices. Helen’s insights empower teams to embed security-by-design principles into AI and software development, with a particular focus on the unique risks of agentic AI, ensuring resilience in an increasingly complex digital landscape.

Book Helen Oakley for your event to gain expert guidance on AI security, compliance, and risk management, equipping your organization with the tools needed to thrive in the evolving cybersecurity and AI space.

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It was an absolute pleasure having Helen deliver the keynote address on Agentic AI at our SANS AI Cybersecurity Summit. Her presentation struck the perfect balance between technical depth and accessibility, keeping our audience engaged throughout. Attendees noted Helen's session as a highlight of the summit, and the conversations her insights inspired continued well beyond her presentation.

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Keynotes

Keynote by Helen Oakley: Building Trust in AI: Ensuring Safety, Transparency, & Security​

As organizations increasingly rely on AI, including the rise of Agentic AI, ensuring safety, transparency, and security is no longer optional.

This session explores the intersection of AI safety, agentic autonomy, and software supply chain security, providing actionable strategies to illuminate the "black box" of AI systems and enhance trust.

Attendees will learn how to implement transparency frameworks, address risks in enterprise AI—especially those unique to Agentic AI—and align AI innovations with ethical and regulatory standards.

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Keynote by Helen Oakley: Leading the Charge: Driving AI Innovations & Transformative Change with Cybersecurity

AI innovations, including the rapidly advancing Agentic AI, are unlocking new opportunities across industries, while cybersecurity ensures their safe and responsible implementation.

This session focuses on how organizations can embrace cutting-edge AI advancements—particularly the autonomy and adaptability of Agentic AI—and leverage them alongside cybersecurity to drive transformative change.

Attendees will explore practical strategies for using AI to solve complex challenges, enhance security measures, and build a foundation of trust, transparency, and inclusivity throughout their innovation journey.

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Keynote by Helen Oakley: Cybersecurity in the Age of AI: Safeguarding Enterprises & Supply Chains

AI is revolutionizing cybersecurity—but it also introduces new, complex risks, especially with the rise of Agentic AI.

This talk examines AI’s dual role: as both a powerful security ally and a potential source of vulnerabilities. Learn practical strategies to protect enterprise AI systems, secure your software supply chains, and specifically tackle emerging threats posed by autonomous, agent-driven AI.

Blending technical insights with strategic leadership guidance, attendees will gain actionable knowledge to build resilience in today’s rapidly evolving threat landscape.

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