Hafiz Sheikh Adnan Ahmed | Lead Assessor & Advisor, Information Security & AI Governance
DNV Business Assurance

Hafiz Sheikh Adnan Ahmed: Expert in Cyber Governance & AI Assurance Hafiz Sheikh Adnan Ahmed is a highly seasoned professional and Lead Assessor in Information Security, Cybersecurity, Business Continuity, Governance, Compliance, Risk Management, and Artificial Intelligence. With over 20 years of consulting experience and extensive expertise as a Lead Assessor and Advisor for ISO 27001 and ISO 42001 standards, Hafiz brings profound knowledge to organizations globally. Currently associated with DNV Business Assurance, a leading certification body, he plays a pivotal role in guiding clients across diverse industries to achieve compliance and excellence in their management systems. His deep understanding of ISO standards and other global cyber/AI frameworks, combined with a practical, results-driven approach, has established him as a trusted advisor. Acknowledged for his outstanding contributions, Hafiz was honoured as the CISO of the Year by GCC Security Symposium Middle East and Cyber Sentinels Middle East in consecutive years, 2021 and 2022, respectively. Additionally, he received the esteemed "Certified Trainer of the Year" award from the Professional Evaluation and Certification Board (PECB), Canada, highlighting his commitment to excellence in education and training. He has been recognized among the top 1% of Certified Titanium Trainers worldwide by PECB, Canada, in acknowledgment of his exceptional performance in delivering and facilitating training programs. At Tech in Gov 2025, Australia’s premier ICT event for the government sector, Hafiz will share critical insights on the importance of ISO 27001 and ISO 42001 certifications. His session will highlight their role in building trust, enhancing cybersecurity, and safeguarding against reputational and operational damage from cyber-attacks. Connect with Hafiz at Tech in Gov 2025 to discover practical solutions for elevating your organization’s compliance, information security, and AI management system resilience.