THE FUTURE OF CYBER SECURITY MANCHESTER
10TH SEPTEMBER 2026
HEADLINE SPEAKER PADDY MCGUINNESS
As Director of Cybersecurity & Risk Management for the NFL, I protect one of the world’s most high-profile global brands across its digital, physical, and operational footprint. I lead cyber strategy, enterprise risk, technology resilience, and cyber-physical security for international stadiums, broadcast platforms, and large-scale global events.
My leadership strength lies in uniting strategic clarity, human-centred thinking, and decisive operational command. Shaped by my earlier career as a decorated police commander and firearms instructor, I learned that exceptional security begins with exceptional understanding of people. That principle now guides how I build high-performing teams, influence board-level decisions, and create security programmes that empower rather than restrict.
Recognised as an award-winning CISO, keynote speaker, and industry voice, I translate complex threat landscapes into clear business decisions that enable innovation and reinforce trust. I support executive leaders across continents, ensuring the NFL’s cyber capability remains modern, scalable, and resilient.
Beyond operations, I champion inclusive leadership and mentor emerging talent—believing the future of cybersecurity will be shaped by diverse thinkers, empathetic leaders, and teams that feel valued, supported, and inspired.
My focus for 2025 and beyond: to build globally scalable, human-centred security frameworks that anticipate future threats, strengthen digital confidence, and embed trust into every layer of the digital and physical experience.