Beyond Firewalls: Midnight Stories from the Cyber Frontline 

We successfully hosted “Beyond Firewalls – Midnight Stories from the Cyber Frontline,” a candid and insightful discussion that brought together leading CISOs and cybersecurity professionals to share real-world experiences from the front lines of cyber defense. 

The session went beyond theory, offering unfiltered perspectives on late-night incident responses, critical decision-making moments, and the realities of defending organizations against evolving cyber threats. 

Featuring: 

  • Suman Siddiqui, CISO, MCB Bank Limited 
  • Javed Jabbar, CISO, U Microfinance Bank Limited 
  • Hamid Ali, Senior Consultant – Cybersecurity, NETS-International Group 
  • Syed Muneer Bakht, Global Head – Products, NETS-International Group 

The discussion reinforced the importance of preparedness, collaboration, and resilience in modern cybersecurity operations, highlighting how real-world experience shapes effective cyber defense strategies when it matters most.