Theme: Interconnected Ecosystems: Navigating the Challenges.
The luxurious Speke Resort Munyonyo has been our home for all the information security conferences in the past because of its world-class facilities and exceptional hospitality. Rated among the best hotels in Uganda, it is seated on the shore of lake victoria, in a vast lush garden, just half an hour’s drive from the City Centre.
Join us at the 13th Annual East Africa Information Security Conference presented by ISACA Kampala Chapter. Be part of the ONLY conference in East Africa where industry leaders and IS/IT professionals converge to explore the latest advancements in cybersecurity, IT governance and everything IT security.
Learn from a wide array of critical topics by industry experts, attend master classes to enhance your skills, connect with like-minded professionals and build lasting relationships, discover cutting-edge technologies, Earn CPEs and boost your professional credentials. Plus, much more!
Whether you’re an industry veteran or an aspiring IT professional, there’s a lot for everyone. Be there!
Deputy Governor, Bank of Uganda
Michael Atingi-Ego is a Ugandan economist, who was appointed Deputy Governor of the Bank of Uganda, on 29 March 2020. At the time of his appointment, he served as the executive director of the Macroeconomics and Financial Management Institute of Eastern and Southern Africa (MEFMI), based in Harare, Zimbabwe.
President ISACA Kampala Chapter
Senior Manager - Planning & Analytics – National Social Security Fund.
David spearheads business strategy at NSSF through the application of Data Analytics best practices. Additionally, he leads the digital transformation efforts for the Fund's Finance processes, ensuring their digitization and optimization.
David's professional journey has spanned various sectors including Insurance, Telecommunications, Mobile Financial Services, and Social Security.
He is proficient in a range of Data Analytics tools such as Python, R, Excel, SQL, and PowerBI and is dedicated to demystifying Data and Analytics for non-experts.
Topic: Data Analytics on Day 3 at 10am
Head ICT Advisory, Research & Strategy, CenteTech & Mentor at National ICT Hub
Osbert is an IT Professional with experience of 17 years in Software Engineering and IT Consulting in both the private and public sectors. He is an enthusiast of emerging technologies especially artificial intelligence for purposes of social and economic development.
Osbert is passionate about Cyber Security, Data Science, Enterprise IT Governance and the alignment of IT with business objectives.
Topic: API Security
Head of Information Technology, Deposit Protection Fund
Mr. Ssempala is responsible for driving the functional and operational delivery of IT services in line with the Fund’s strategic objectives. Prior to joining the Fund in February 2018, Balaam served for over 20 years in Bank of Uganda within the Information Technology Department in various capacities. Balaam is responsible for overseeing the Premium Management and Depositor Payout System as part of single customer view project.
Balaam holds a master’s degree in information systems management from the University of Phoenix (USA). He holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering from Makerere University (MUK). He is a certified IT Service Manager (ITIL), Project Manager (PRINCE2) and Information Security Officer (CCISO).
CEO of Serianu Limited
Mr. Makatiani is the CEO of Serianu Limited, a Pan African Cyber Security consulting firm with clients in Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, Tanzania, Ethiopia, Djibouti, Ghana, Botswana, Senegal and Nigeria. The firm provides dynamic, business focused security monitoring and analytics solutions through a combination of consulting, managed services and threat intelligence.
Before Serianu limited, Mr. Makatiani worked with Deloitte and Touché, RSA security, Dell EMC Corporation and Federal Reserve Bank in Boston.
Mr. Makatiani has a strong passion for cyber security issues with an emphasis on research-based consulting. He has over 17 years’ experience in the ICT industry – focusing on ICT Strategy, Analytics, Risk and Compliance. He has led numerous engagements across the world-including Kenya, United States, Israel, Ireland, Singapore, China, Egypt and India.
Director – IT Advisory and Cyber Grant Thornton Advisory East Africa Limited
Satyajit has over 12 years of experience in providing IT advisory, and cyber services to clients covering diverse sectors of the
economy. He heads the IT Advisory and Cyber services division that provides IT consulting services including Information
systems Incident handling and Information architecture advisory services, Cyber Security services, IT internal audits, project
management and Software Quality assurance services, IT audits, Cyber forensic fraud investigations, Privacy and Data
Protection advisory and other related advisory services.
He is a Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), a Certified Data Privacy Solutions Engineer (CDPSE) and is currently pursuing Certified Ethical Hacker (Master).
He has a wealth of experience to do with Information Systems Audits, data analytics and Information Security Audits, Software development, feasibility studies, Data Governance consulting and IT Due diligence as part of Financial and Tax due diligences among others.
He has led several engagements with clients from a broad spectrum of industry sectors ensuring client satisfaction and extensive collaboration to understand demands and meet professional standards. He has lead and acted as a quality reviewer on engagements which include but are not limited to: Infosec advisory, IT internal audits, Cybersecurity services, cyber forensic investigations, project management, Product monetisation consulting, IT Consultancy and IT Audit and Assurance engagements.
He is currently a Journal reviewer for ISACA International, has also been part of the Risk IT framework Development taskforce
for ISACA International and CISA Manual (28th Edition) Subject Matter Expert Reviewer in the domain of IT Audit and Assurance.
Manager Data Protection Affairs, The Personal Data Protection Office
Stephen is an Information Technology professional with over 14 years’ experience in IT across areas of IT Support, Systems Administration, Asset Management, IT Consulting, Systems Design and Implementation, IS Audits and Assessments, Data Protection and Privacy compliance and regulation.
He has undertaken a number of IT Consulting engagements in the Banking, Health, Telecoms, NGOs and Government in Uganda and outside including assignments in Malawi, Sierra Leone and Lesotho. Stephen has also worked with AH Consulting Ltd, MUJHU Care Ltd and the USAID SUSTAIN Project.
Manager of Compliance and Investigations, The Personal Data Protection Office
Baker is a seasoned lawyer of over nine years’ wealth of experience in data protection and information technology regulation and compliance. Currently, he serves as the Manager of Compliance and Investigations at the Personal Data Protection Office in Uganda, where he has played a pivotal role in developing and implementing effective strategies to ensure regulatory compliance on both national and continental levels.
CEO Milima Security
Cybersecurity master class
Topic: Threat Intelligence
Milima Cyber Academy is a specialized Cybersecurity training academy redefining professional skilling through hands-on training programs.
Security Analyst, Milima Security
Milima Cyber Academy is a specialized Cybersecurity training academy redefining professional skilling through hands-on training programs.
PhD Researcher and Manager IT Audit, Centenary Bank
Topic: Artificial Intelligence and Digital Trust
Rodney is a PhD Researcher affiliated with the Institute of Cyber Security for Society (iCSS) at the University of Kent in the United Kingdom. He possesses a wealth of knowledge and expertise in the fields of Technology, Blockchain, Cybersecurity, and Privacy.
Rodney has accumulated over eight years of invaluable experience in both academic, risk consulting, and industrial setting. He is also a lover of music and has completed 5 grades of the Music Theory examinations offered by the Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music (ABRSM) in the UK.
Project Manager (e-GP)
Miss Florence Nakyeyune is an IT professional with over 17 years’ work experience cumulatively acquired from Project Management in both private and government projects, Banking, Microfinance, Education as well as Judicial sectors. She has served in different roles ranging from management information systems officer, Assistant IT Manager, Manager IT Systems and Services and Project Manager e-Government Procurement.
Given her Cutting-edge leadership, she has led Government of Uganda through the development of the e-Government Procurement System which is currently deployed in 36 entities with a target rollout to 405 Procuring and Disposing entities in the next three year.
Co-Founder and Director LumJo Consultants Ltd
Josephine has over 25 years in IT and has worked as a consultant and in IT Leadership positions in the Oil and Gas, Banking, Technology, Postal, Telecommunications and NGO sectors. She has delivered and implemented IT business strategy and digital transformation projects in several organizations.
In addition, she has studied, trained and worked extensively within the IT industry and is focused on applying that experience to non-executive board roles and to mentoring young women to empower them to take on technology. She is the Chair of FITSPA (Financial Technology Service Providers Association of Uganda), a board member of United Bank for Africa and a member of the Board and Risk Committee of New Vision Group.
Head Information Security, Stanbic Bank Uganda
Diana is an Information Technology / Security Professional with more than 12 years of experience in managing IT networks and implementing information Security programs in large enterprise majorly in the financial/ Banking Industry.
She has positioned herself as a Security SME (subject matter expert) and readily shares her knowledge and experience to inspire and mentor, especially Women into the STEM (Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) field.
Outside Work, Diana is a family person who loves creating memories with family and friends through her love for adventure and nature. She loves sports especially Volleyball and Table Tennis.
The east Africa information security conference is an annual event that brings together professionals in IT governance, risk management, cybersecurity, data privacy, and audit. It provides a platform for learning, networking, and sharing insights on the latest trends and best practices in the industry.
The conference will be held from September 18-20, 2024, at Speke resort Munyonyo, Kampala, Uganda.
The conference is ideal for IT professionals, auditors, risk managers, cybersecurity experts, data privacy experts, and anyone interested in the fields of IT governance, risk management, and cybersecurity.
Absolutely! The East Africa Information Security Conference is designed not just for technical experts, but also for non-technical professionals, including senior management, board members, and decision-makers. We understand that data privacy, information security, risk management, and IT governance are critical at every level of an organization, not just within IT departments.
Our conference offers sessions tailored specifically to non-technical attendees, focusing on the strategic and business implications of cybersecurity and data privacy.
You can expect to meet professionals from: Government agencies and institutions, Companies from various industries, Representatives from regulatory bodies, NGOs that manage sensitive data, IT and cybersecurity service providers, Firms such as legal practices that deal with data protection and compliance.
A diverse mix that provides a unique opportunity for cross-industry networking.
No, the conference is open to both members and non-members! While ISACA members enjoy a discounted registration fee, everyone is welcome to attend and participate in the event.
Becoming a member is simple! reach out the ISACA Kampala chapter secretariat administrator@isaca.or.ug, and complete the registration process. As a member, you’ll enjoy a range of benefits including access to exclusive resources, opportunities for professional development and networking. Plus, discounted rates for events like the East Africa Information Security Conference which happens every year.
The conference will cover a wide range of topics on: IT governance, data privacy and protection, risk management, cybersecurity, audit, compliance, and emerging technologies. Plus, lots more. Visit our event website https://eainfosec.org/ for a sneak peek.
We are proud to feature a lineup of distinguished speakers and industry experts who will be sharing their insights and expertise at the conference. For detailed information about each speaker, please visit our event website. https://eainfosec.org/
Schedule for east Africa information security conference 2024 can be found at https://eainfosec.org/schedule.
We’re excited to have you join us for the first time at the east Africa information security conference! You can register for the conference online through our official website at https://register.eainfosec.org/
or email us at administrator@isaca.or.ug
Great question! Once a ticket is scanned on Day 1, you cannot delegate access for Days 2 or 3 of the conference.
The registration fees for member are UGX 1,400,0000/ USD 368 and UGX 1,500,000/ USD 394 for non-members. Please visit our registration page for detailed pricing information.
The registration fee includes: Full access to Main Conference Symposium, Two Masterclasses, Top-tier sessions by industry experts, Meals (Three-course Lunch Buffets), Refreshments (Teas/Coffee, Water), Networking Opportunities, Conference Take-home Kit, Raffle draw (prizes to win). And you get to earn 21 CPE Credits.
Yes, we are offering a virtual attendance option for those who cannot join us in person. Virtual attendees will have access to live-streamed sessions.
We certainly take your privacy seriously. Any personal data collected during the registration process or through participation in the conference will be used solely for event-related purposes, such as communication and providing you with a personalized conference experience. Our data protection measures comply with international privacy standards, ensuring your information remains safe.
We are committed to the health and safety of our attendees. We will be following all health guidelines and implementing additional measures to ensure a safe environment.
Sponsorship opportunities are available. Please contact our sponsorship team at administrator@isaca.or.ug for more information.
Yes, the conference will include multiple networking sessions, including welcome receptions, coffee breaks, and dedicated networking hours.
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We recommend bringing business cards, a notepad or digital device for taking notes, and an open mind for learning and networking.
Business casual attire is recommended for the conference. Be sure to check our website for the event schedule so you know when we will be having our cocktail.
There is no age restriction for the event; however, anyone who would like to attend the east Africa information security conference will be required to have a ticket to enter.
We have official professional photographers covering the event, so you can focus on enjoying the experience while we capture the moments. Guests are welcome to use phone cameras for personal use. However, we kindly ask that you obtain consent before taking photos of other attendees.
Yes, there are accommodation options available for conference attendees at the Speke Resort Munyonyo. You can choose between two packages: