The private executive luncheon brought together senior executives and security leaders for a timely discussion on the rapidly evolving cyber threat landscape in New Zealand. Featuring Simon Burson, Chief Information Security Officer at Auckland Council, the conversation examined the increasing sophistication and speed of cybercrime, alongside the impact of geopolitical instability, AI-enabled threats, and state-backed actors on organisational risk.

The discussion focused on how organisations were adapting their approach to cybersecurity, with particular emphasis on resilience, containment, and response alongside traditional prevention measures. Leaders explored the importance of threat intelligence, strategic partnerships, governance, and Continuous Threat Exposure Management (CTEM) in strengthening organisational security and operational readiness.

The session also provided practical insights into how senior leaders were preparing for a machine-speed threat environment, balancing security and resilience while responding to an increasingly complex and fast-changing cyber risk landscape.