Post-event resources

Sustaining cultural momentum in cybersecurity in the Philippines

Our Philippine Representative to the Asia Council, Cel Mantua, participated in a fireside chat on culture shifts in cybersecurity at CISO Philippines.

Cel contributed her insights on leadership responsibility in organisational change in culture, mindset, and accountability within the Philippine cyber ecosystem through behaviour and leadership modelling, across all departments.

The conference also provided a great opportunity to connect with national cybersecurity leaders and experts to discuss our shared mission of creating a more secure digital future for the Philippines.

We look forward to continuing to build capacity, capability, and collaboration across the region.

We are an Industry Partner at CISO Philippines! The CREST Community can enjoy 20% off tickets using our discount code APAC20 🌟

Our Philippine Representative to the Asia Council, Cel Mantua, will participate in a fireside chat, “Changing the DNA: Leading Culture Shifts in Cybersecurity”, at 13:55.

About the event

CISO Philippines is the premier gathering for the country’s most forward-thinking cyber security leaders to share solutions, refine strategies, and strengthen the nation’s digital resilience.

In 2025, the Philippines has faced an unprecedented wave of cyber threats — from government systems to critical infrastructure. The role of the CISO has never been more vital… or more complex. That’s why the country’s top security minds are coming together for a full day of bold conversations, actionable insights, and strategic connections designed to help you protect your organisation in an increasingly high-stakes environment.

Key themes

• Infrastructure & Ecosystem Security – Can we build resilience across legacy and modern environments alike?
• Emerging Threats & APTs – How are threat actors adapting, and what will it take to stay ahead of the curve?
• National Policy & Readiness – What does the National Cybersecurity Plan 2023–2028 mean in practice?
• People, Culture & Skills – How do we close the talent gap and embed security into business culture?