Can the CISO Role Ever Be Considered NextGen When it Is Continually Adapting?

Thursday, April 30, 2026 | 2:15PM–3:00PM PT | California Ballroom A, Second Floor
Session Type: Breakout Session
Delivery Format: Presentation/Panel
No one can refute that the role of the Chief Information Security Officer continues to evolve and mature. But what does the future of the role look like? Is there truly a next-generation CISO that can be aspired to, or will the role always simply be one of responding to influences and current trends? This session will feature a panel that includes those who have been there, those new to the CISO, and even those who aspire to the role or have decided they want to put that dream away. Join us for lively and transparent discussion and Q&A on this important topic.

Presenters

  • Keith Barros

    CISO, Chapman University

  • Britney Damato

    Information Security Officer, University of California, Riverside

  • David Sherry

    Executive Consultant, Moran Technology Consulting

  • John Virden

    AVP, Chief Information Security Officer, Miami University

Resources & Downloads

  • Can the CISO Role Ever be Considered Nextgen CPPC2026

    Updated on 6/13/2026