Speaker

Antony Mavromichalis

Akamai BU Director

ATCOM S.A.

Antony Mavromichalis is a cybersecurity expert and technical operations leader representing Akamai in Greece since 2001. With over two decades of experience, he has played a key role in securing major organizations in the finance, government, and retail sectors. As Akamai BU Director at ATCOM, he has successfully led and executed complex security projects for top Greek banks, national elections, major retail chains, and high-traffic online platforms. Antony specializes in DDoS mitigation, WAF solutions, ransomware mitigation, and cloud security, working closely with senior executives, security teams, and developers. His contributions to critical cybersecurity initiatives have earned him multiple industry awards, including the ATCOM Partner Award 2023 from Akamai Europe.

Monday 3 | 11

Grande Bretagne Hotel, BallroomMon 3 | 11


In the financial sector, where trust and security are paramount, an effective Identity and Access Management (IAM) strategy is the bedrock of a robust security posture. It's crucial for verifying every individual who accesses, for example bank systems, from employees to third-party partners. By strictly adhering to the principle of least privilege, we have to ensure that each person only has access to the applications and data essential for their role, which drastically reduces the risk of internal fraud and data breaches. Continuous monitoring and auditing of all access to financial systems are also non-negotiable, as this allows you to quickly detect and investigate suspicious activity. Ultimately, a strong IAM program is your first line of defence against cyber threats, helping you maintain regulatory compliance and build unwavering trust with your customers.