Sebastian Drywa

Director Information Technology Security @National Association of REALTORS®

Chicago, IL, US

I lead the cybersecurity strategy at NAR, ensuring the protection of critical assets, regulatory compliance, and alignment with business objectives. My role encompasses risk management, incident response, security governance, and fostering a security-first culture across the organization. Strategic Leadership – Driving enterprise-wide security initiatives that enhance resilience and align cybersecurity with business goals. Risk & Compliance Management – Conducting ongoing risk assessments and ensuring adherence to industry best practices and regulatory requirements. Incident Response & Threat Management – Strengthening defenses with proactive threat monitoring, rapid incident response, and continuous security improvements. Security Awareness & Culture – Championing a security-first mindset through education, executive engagement, and organization-wide training. Business Resilience & Continuity – Developing strategies to minimize operational disruptions, ensuring rapid recovery from potential security events.My mission is to enable business growth while ensuring security is proactive, adaptive, and embedded in every layer of the organization.