Issue Nº 1 · Chapter Three

Speaking & press

Talks, panels and training on security validation, security posture, disruptive tech and cybersecurity careers, plus writing and the odd quote in the press.

Recently on stage

Cybersecurity Skills Roadmap: Zero to Job-Ready, a talk on what sets you apart in the 2026 cyber market, delivered at the FCA for the ISC2 London Chapter, 22 July 2026. The talk builds on my Cybersecurity Learning Roadmap guide. You may also have caught me at InfoSec Europe, on the Smashing Security podcast, or on an industry webinar somewhere.

“Shakel Ahmed delivered a brilliant take on the cyber market, showing how consistently stretching yourself compounds into real impact. You rarely notice the growth day-to-day, but look back a year later and the progress speaks for itself.”

ATTENDEE, VIA LINKEDIN

“A refreshing perspective on the cyber market and the importance of understanding your own value.”

ATTENDEE, VIA LINKEDIN
Shakel Ahmed presenting Cybersecurity Skills Roadmap at the FCA for the ISC2 London Chapter
ISC2 LONDON CHAPTER · THE FCA · 22 JUL 2026

What I speak about

Talks, panels and training sessions, adjusted to the room: from keynote to hands-on workshop.

  • Cybersecurity careers: zero to job-ready Skills roadmaps, proof of work, and what actually sets candidates apart in the current market. The ISC2 London Chapter talk.
  • AI security Adopting AI safely: LLM and agent risks, prompt injection, MCP security, and how attackers already use AI.
  • Software supply chain security Package ecosystem attacks, dependency risk, and what recent incidents teach about defending the pipeline.
  • Security validation & exposure management Does your security stack actually work? CTEM, attack surface management and testing against real-world threats.
  • Getting on the stage Public speaking and proof of work for security people: starting small, shipping visibly, and letting it compound.

To book a talk or workshop, message me on LinkedIn with the date and audience.

Writing and mentions

CATEGORY: PEOPLE OF THE INTERNET · SEE ALSO: CYBERSECURITY

From CyberDesserts

In the press