Harris Ismail | Head of Identity & Access Managment
Commercial Bank of Qatar

Harris, a global speaker, currently Head of Identity & Access Management at a leading financial institution in Qatar, Harris brings over 12 years of experience in information security, holding key leadership roles. He has a strong background as a business-focused information security strategist, having worked with organizations, including some on the Forbes list. Harris is renowned in the region for his expertise in designing and implementing complex, end-to-end IAM solutions, enabling robust capabilities and fostering a culture of identity security across both cloud-based and on-premise platforms.

Specializing in highly regulated industries such as government and finance, Harris is committed to strengthening identity security and sharing his knowledge globally through active participation at conferences in the USA, Middle East and Europe.

Appearances:

Day 2 @ 14:20

MFA and zero trust: The future of access management?

Learn how multi-factor authentication (MFA) strengthens identity verification and serves as a cornerstone of Zero Trust strategies.
Identify challenges in implementing Zero Trust and MFA, including user resistance, legacy system integration, and scalability.
Examine next-generation MFA solutions, such as biometrics and passkeys, and their role in enhancing Zero Trust security.
Discuss the balance between robust security measures and maintaining a seamless user experience in Zero Trust environments.
Explore real-world examples and lessons learned from organizations adopting Zero Trust and MFA to protect sensitive data and systems.

Moderator: Stephen Hutchinson, Director of Security Architecture, Mitsubishi U.F.J. Financial Group

Louis Eichenbaum, Program Manager, U.S. Department of the Interior

Ken Robertson, Assistant Vice President, Principal Information Security Engineer, Fifth Third Bank

Ed Moore, Associate Vice President of Security - Identity and Access Management, Carnival Corporation