World Pioneer in Cybersecurity Leadership Training and Career Mentorship

See why leading organisations in over 60 countries around the world rely on Cyber Leadership Institute for learning and career development for cyber security leaders and their teams

TRUSTED BY OVER 5000+ MEMBERS GLOBALLY
Empowering Leaders, Developing Teams, Pursuing Excellence


At our core, we serve three distinct yet interconnected groups:

Individuals: Boost your cyber security career with our highly acclaimed courses, coaching, and mentorship. Our programs are tailored to help you climb the career ladder and increase your earning potential. Join a global community of leading cyber experts, all working together to make a real difference.

Enterprises: Strengthen your cyber security leadership team with our modular skills development framework, designed to enhance capabilities and drive effective team performance. Our proven leadership and functional cyber domain training are key to fostering a more cohesive culture and improving staff retention, ultimately paving the way for greater success in the boardroom.

Vendors and Consulting Firms: Take your cyber security expertise to the next level with our specialized courses. We train vendor and consulting teams to better understand and meet the needs of top cyber executives, turning them from regular vendors into essential, trusted advisors.

EXPERT MENTORSHIP BY EXPERIENCED CYBER LEADERS


Phil Zongo

CEO and Co-Founder

Phil is an international keynote speaker, multi-award winning virtual CISO and bestselling author. He is an official member of Forbes Business Council, an Invitation-Only Global Community for Successful Business Owners and Leaders. He was named one of 2020’s Top 100 Most Influential People of African Descent (New York USA), as well as 2017 winner of ISACA International’s Best Article Award (Chicago, USA). His views have been featured by Forbes, CISCO, NZ Business Herald, Financial Standard, SAP, etc., and named as one of the Top 7 Global Cyber Security Leaders in 2023 by the Security Magazine and ISACA.

Darren Argyle

Chairman and Co-Founder

Achievements include Top 100 CISO’s globally in 2017 and 2022, and awarded 'Innovator of the Year' by SANS Institute in 2022. In 2023, he was awarded the Chief Security Officer Top 30 (CSO30) for the third consecutive year, including receiving the first inaugural Leadership award for CSO30. A former Group CISO four times, including S&P Global (formally Markit), Qantas Airlines, Standard Chartered Bank, IBM. Finally, Darren’s mentorship was instrumental in the launch of an innovative cyber software business, which is expected to exit with a valuation in excess of $100m.

Jan Schreuder

COO and Co-Founder

Jan is a well-known veteran of the IT and cybersecurity industry. Named in the IFSEC Top 25 Most Influential Global Cyber Security Professionals in 2022. Previously a partner at a Big 4 professional services firm for more than 25 years, Jan lead cybersecurity consulting projects for large global organizations. He is now an independent cybersecurity strategy advisor to boards and executives.

SKILL UP, STAND OUT AND MAKE A DIFFERENCE


Now is the time to become a business-centered cybersecurity executive. Lucrative salaries, direct board access, and opportunities to build cybersecurity functions from scratch await — but without a solid roadmap, many cyber leaders feel stuck.

The Cyber Leadership Imperative is your ultimate guide, equipping aspiring and seasoned leaders alike with the tools to break through barriers and amplify organizational impact. Gain access to practical tools, real-world examples and expert insights to elevate your leadership.

Key Features of The Cyber Leadership Imperative:

  • Stand Out in Executive Interviews: convey leadership authority and cultural fit 
  • Deliver with Confidence in Your First 100 Days: achieve quick wins and set the stage for long-term success in your new role
  • Transform into a Business Executive: radically uplift your strategic influencing skills to have impact with boards and C-suite
  • Build and Lead High-Performing Teams: coach for performance, empower to forge trust, and instil team resilience
  • Navigate Complex Cybersecurity Challenges: gain insights from real-world case studies to confidently handle the high-stakes situations

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CISO Playbook:

Protecting the Crown 

Jewels

Build a cybersecurity strategy around high-value digital assets.

CISO Playbook:

Mergers and Acquisitions

Learn to balance cybersecurity risk with business opportunity.

CISO Playbook:

First 100 Days

First 100 Days CISO training, setting the CISO up for success.

CISO Playbook:

Cyber Resilience Governance

Learn to develop lean, efficient, and effective cyber governance structures.

Click here to access an ever-growing collection of valuable resources intended to help  cyber security professionals and cyber leaders successfully lead their organizations to cyber resilience.

JOIN THE CYBER LEADERSHIP HUB


Our reimagined one-stop-shop that will give you full access to a range of tools designed to help you excel in your executive role, boost your credibility, and advance your career, including:

  • Access to the CISO Playbook series — our in-depth guides designed to assist your cybersecurity posture — and other free resources
  • Private discussions groups where you can discuss cybersecurity topics with your global peers
  • The latest cybersecurity industry news, all in one place
  • A monthly newsletter jam-packed with actionable cybersecurity leadership insights, inspiring CISO success stories, and career transforming tips
  • Live or recorded webcasts on emerging cyber risks and cutting-edge leadership ideas
  • First access to job opportunities posted directly by hiring CISOs, not recruiters

To improve your experience, our new Hub is available on Web, Android, and iOS.

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