Deryck Mitchelson
Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) Community @World Economic Forum
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Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) Community @World Economic Forum
The Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) Community comprises senior most cybersecurity leaders from partner organizations of the Centre for Cybersecurity and the wider Forum. This community seeks to leverage the peer level environment to discuss some of the most salient cybersecurity challenges with a view to developing collaborative, forward-looking solutions.
EDUCATION
University of Dundee
BSc Hons, Management Accountancy & Computer Science
SKILLS
ABOUT DERYCK MITCHELSON
As a globa security and digital leader, I combine the strategic focus of a Chief Digital Officer with the operational and risk expertise of a Chief Information Security Officer. In my role as Global Chief Information Security Officer (Field) at Check Point Software Technologies, I help executive teams build secure, scalable, and forward-leaning digital strategies that drive transformation while reducing complexity and risk.With more than two decades of experience across cybersecurity advisory, digital strategy, and executive engagement, I work closely with boards and C-suites to translate security into business outcomes. My approach blends technical depth with a practical understanding of organisational dynamics—enabling leaders to make confident, data-driven decisions in an increasingly volatile digital landscape.Beyond my role, I contribute to global cyber resilience efforts through initiatives such as the World Economic Forum’s CISO Community and serve as Vice-Chair of Scotland’s National Cyber Advisory Board. I’m committed to advancing collective security, shaping policy, and fostering meaningful collaboration across the public and private sectors.I’m passionate about helping organisations modernise securely, adopt AI responsibly, and prepare for the next wave of digital and cyber challenges. My goal: empower enterprises to innovate safely and operate with resilience, clarity, and confidence.
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