🌏 Please Welcome Our Newest Member from Australia — Jihad Zein

From Dubai to Stockholm, London, Paris and now Sydney — Jihad Zein’s career has spanned continents and IT disciplines. Having worked with Diageo, the world’s largest drinks company, Jihad now serves as the Global Head of Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) for Information Technology at Toll Holdings, leading global strategies that strengthen secure, trusted, and resilient digital operations and supply chains.

With a Master’s in Law and a deep passion for advancing his expertise in cybersecurity, Jihad brings a multidisciplinary perspective to GRC. He believes in surrounding himself with people who challenge and inspire him — a mindset that aligns perfectly with the collaborative spirit of the Cybersecurity Advisors Network (CyAN).

“Networking with a community like CyAN provides valuable opportunities to learn, grow, and exchange knowledge,” Jihad shares. “Engaging with peers and experts in the field allows me to hear different perspectives, which is essential for broadening my understanding and strengthening my approach to complex governance, risk, and compliance challenges.”

Beyond his leadership in risk and compliance, Jihad is also a public speaker who enjoys presenting and contributing to cybersecurity panels and discussions that drive awareness and thought leadership across the global digital ecosystem.

It’s a pleasure to have you at CyAN, Jihad! We look forward to your insights and the expertise you bring to our growing community.