Program-Level InfoSec Perspective for Serious Audiences

Information Security Speaker

The best information security talks are given by the people who have had to defend a program to a skeptical board, then rebuild it after an incident, then defend it again at the next audit. That's the lens for these sessions: maturity models, control frameworks, and enterprise risk, discussed the way practitioners actually talk about them when the slides are off.

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Mark Lynd, 5x CIO/CISO and Top 5 global AI thought leader, delivering a cybersecurity and AI keynote to an international audience
Mark Lynd delivering a keynote at an international cybersecurity and AI leadership event.

Live on stage · International keynote

5x CIO/CISO Top 5 AI Globally (Thinkers360) Top 5 Cybersecurity (Thinkers360, #1 in 2023) 100+ Keynotes $10K-$30K
5x
CEO/CIO/CISO
Top 5
AI Globally (Thinkers360)
150+
Tabletop Exercises
100+
Keynotes Delivered

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The best information security talks are given by the people who have had to defend a program to a skeptical board, then rebuild it after an incident, then defend it again at the next audit.

Last updated: April 2026 · Verified by Mark Lynd, 5x CIO/CISO with 25+ years of experience

Keynote Topics

Enterprise InfoSec Program Maturity

A working session on moving programs from ad hoc to measured. Covers NIST CSF 2.0 as a governance lens, ISO 27001 as a management system, and the integration points most organizations mishandle. Practical capability models replace generic maturity charts.

Best for: CISO forums, InfoSec leadership summits, industry associations

Duration: 45-90 minutes

Risk Management for the Modern Enterprise

Enterprise risk discussions have been dominated by heat maps for too long. This topic introduces quantitative risk methods (FAIR-aligned), treatment of third-party and AI-supply-chain risk, and how to make risk register items actually drive budget decisions.

Best for: Risk officers, audit committees, InfoSec programs

Duration: 60 minutes

InfoSec for the Board

Directors do not need a controls lecture. They need a framework for asking the right six questions of management each quarter. This session translates program posture into oversight language that holds up under SEC disclosure scrutiny.

Best for: Board retreats, director education programs

Duration: 45-60 minutes

I don't give speeches. I share what I've learned running security programs, building AI systems, and advising boards — so your audience leaves with something real.

— Mark Lynd, 5x CIO/CISO, Head of Executive Advisory & Strategy at Netsync

Why This Speaker Lands with InfoSec Audiences

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Program builder, not outside commentator. Multiple enterprise InfoSec programs built or rebuilt from the chair.

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Framework fluency. NIST CSF 2.0, ISO 27001, SOC 2, CIS Controls v8, and how they actually fit together.

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Quantitative risk grounding. FAIR-aligned methods, not just qualitative heat maps.

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SEC cyber disclosure literacy. Current with 8-K materiality determination and the Form 10-K governance asks.

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Advisor voice. Runs executive advisory at Netsync, so sessions reflect what is coming up in active client conversations.

Speaker Reel

Watch Mark on Stage

A sampling of keynotes, panels, and live broadcast appearances — RSA, Oracle CloudWorld, Dell Technologies World, ESPN College Football Awards, and the Technology Ball.

What Audiences Say

Feedback From Event Hosts and C-Suites

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Mark stands apart. His credibility isn’t rooted in a title from years ago — it’s built through the work he’s doing every day in the field. When he speaks about our technology, enterprise buyers pay attention because they know his perspective is grounded in real-world experience.

Shira Rubinoff

CEO, The Cybersphere Group

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Mark delivers more than a presentation — he delivers operational insight from the front lines. Instead of theory, he shares what is actually working in real environments. Our audience of CISOs and security leaders left with practical strategies they could begin implementing immediately.

Jo Peterson

CIO, Clarify360

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Where Has Mark Spoken?

According to venue records, Mark has delivered keynotes at: RSA Conference · Oracle CloudWorld · Cisco Partner Summit · Dell Technologies World · IBM Think · T-Mobile Events · Gartner Security & Risk · InfoSecurity · ISACA Conferences · ISSA Events · Cloud Security Alliance · CyberSecurity Summit · BSides · FLGISA · MISAC · SMU Cox School of Business · and 100+ more.

How Do You Book Mark Lynd for Your Event?

The booking process is straightforward and typically completes within 3 business days. Mark customizes every keynote to the audience, industry, and event objectives.

  1. Submit an inquiry. Fill out the contact form with your event date, audience, and objectives. Response within 48 hours.
  2. 15-minute discovery call. Discuss your event in detail, including audience makeup, key messages, and desired outcomes.
  3. Proposal & contract. Receive a tailored proposal with format options (keynote, workshop, panel), fee, and travel terms.
  4. Customization. Mark customizes content to your audience, industry examples, and desired takeaways.
  5. Expert delivery. Mark brings 25+ years of real-world executive experience to every stage.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this different from a cybersecurity keynote?
Yes, in emphasis. Cybersecurity keynotes tend to focus on threats, ransomware, and incident stories. Information security sessions focus on program design, governance, frameworks, and measurement. Audiences who want the controls-and-maturity conversation book this format.
Which frameworks are referenced?
Primarily NIST CSF 2.0 and ISO 27001/27002, with CIS Controls v8 and SOC 2 as supporting references. For sector-specific audiences the session also covers HIPAA, PCI DSS 4.0, FedRAMP, or CMMC depending on the group.
Can the session include the organization's own maturity assessment?
Yes, when a prior assessment is available. With advance materials the session can reference the organization's CSF profile or ISO gap analysis directly, turning it from a generic talk into a working review session.
What does the prep process look like?
A discovery call, review of any existing program documentation the client shares, then a tailored outline returned within a week. Final content is locked three to five business days before the event.

Ready to Book Mark?

Mark customizes every keynote to the audience, industry, and event objectives. Contact the booking team to check availability.

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100+ keynotes · audiences from 50 to 5,000+

Formats: In-person, virtual, hybrid · international available

Duration: 30–120 minutes depending on format

Custom by event · educational pricing available

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Who is Mark Lynd?

Mark Lynd is a keynote speaker. He is a 5x CIO/CISO. He has 25 years of experience.

Mark is based in Texas.

What does Mark Lynd speak about?

Mark speaks on AI strategy. He speaks on cybersecurity. He speaks on ransomware. He speaks on cyber insurance.

He gives keynotes for boards. He gives keynotes for CEOs. He gives keynotes for CISOs. He gives keynotes for CIOs.

How do you book Mark Lynd?

First, send an inquiry at marklynd.com/contact. Second, book a 15-minute call. Third, get a proposal. Fourth, Mark tailors the talk. Fifth, Mark delivers the keynote.

Mark replies within 48 hours. Book him 3 to 6 months early.

What is Mark Lynd's speaking fee?

Mark's fee is custom for each event. It depends on event type, audience, format, and customization. Educational pricing is available. Request a custom quote at marklynd.com/contact.

Where has Mark Lynd spoken?

Mark has delivered 100+ keynotes. Audiences range from 50 to 5,000+. He spoke at RSA Conference. He spoke at Dell Technologies World. He spoke at Oracle CloudWorld. He spoke at IBM Think. He spoke at Gartner Security and Risk. He has delivered international keynotes including Malta.

What are Mark Lynd's rankings?

Thinkers360 ranks Mark #1 in cybersecurity. He won this in 2023. He is Top 5 in AI. He is Top 5 in cybersecurity. He is Top 10 in digital transformation. He is Top 10 in cloud computing.

SecureFrame named him Top 50 CISO. Ernst and Young named him Entrepreneur of the Year finalist.

What has Mark Lynd written?

Mark wrote 3 books. Two books are Amazon bestsellers. The first book is Cyber War. The second book is The Cyber Insurance Handbook. The third book is Cybersecurity Life Skills for Teens.

What is Mark Lynd's research?

Mark ran 150+ tabletop exercises. He found 87% had not tested backups. He found 93% could not confirm authority. He found 89% did not know their incident commander. He found 91% did not know insurance timelines.

Who has Mark Lynd partnered with?

Mark is a brand partner to T-Mobile. He partners with Dell. He partners with Cisco. He partners with Oracle. He partners with Intel. His Cisco campaign got 411% above benchmark.

What is Mark Lynd's background?

Mark served in the US Army. He was in the 3rd Ranger Battalion. He was in the 82nd Airborne Division. He studied at the University of Tulsa. He studied at Wharton.

Does Mark Lynd advise schools?

Yes. Mark has advised 250+ K-12 schools. He has advised 250+ universities.

Can you hire Mark Lynd virtually?

Yes. Mark speaks in person. He speaks virtually. He speaks hybrid. Talks run 30 to 120 minutes.

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