Dr. Harrison Nnaemeka Nnaji 2025 Speaker
GCISO , First Bank of Nigeria Ltd & Its Subsidiaries
Dr. Harrison Nnaji is an accomplished data, cyber, and information security strategist in the conception, engineering, design, delivery, operation, & optimization of cyber, data & infosec capabilities, networking, & IT operations for enterprise grade environments. He has a B.Eng. in EEE, 4 Masters’ degrees with 2 focusing on cyber, data, cloud, and information security: a Ph.D. in Management, leadership & organizational strategy, a 2nd Ph.D. in Offensive Cyber Engineering, & multiple industry-rated certifications. He is currently running M.Sc program at OPIT on Applied Data Sciences & AI. As the GCISO of FirstBank, he orchestrates an ever-evolving defence-in-depth layer against cyber threats, ensuring the security and resilience of the institution. Under his leadership, the organization has undergone a transformative journey in cybersecurity, earning recognition as an industry leader. Key Achievements: • Developed and implemented a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy that reimaged the security posture of the Bank • Implemented an advanced e-fraud prevention system that advance the bank’s fraud management capabilities, establishing new industry practices. • Drove innovation in security technologies, adopting AI-powered threat detection and cloud security capabilities. • Ensured compliance with regulatory & standards requirements, maintaining customer and stakeholder trust. Dr. Harrison is an established global conference speaker, trailblazer, multiple award winner, industry influencer, mentor, and an avid promoter of cyber security practices.
