BSides Manama Community Event 001 (Online)
May 2 @ 08:00 – May 3 @ 17:00
Welcome to the very first chapter of BSides Manama Community Event 001—the beginning of something impactful for Bahrain’s information security community.
Part of the global Security BSides movement, BSides events are built by and for security professionals. This is where meaningful conversations happen, ideas are challenged, and innovation in cybersecurity begins.
Join us to learn, connect, and be part of a growing community shaping the future of security in Bahrain.
📅 Event Details
Format: Online via Microsoft Teams
Date: Saturday, 2 May 2026
Time: 4:00 – 5:00 PM
Duration: 1 hour | Two focused sessions
Cost: Free to attend
🗓 Agenda
- 4:00 – 4:10 PM | Welcome & Introduction
- 4:10 – 4:30 PM | Will AI Replace SOC Analysts? Trends & Reality — Dina Mohamed
- 4:30 – 4:50 PM | Data Loss Prevention (DLP) — Fatema Fardan
- 4:50 – 5:00 PM | Closing & Community Discussion
🎤 Featured Sessions
Session 1: Will AI Replace SOC Analysts? Trends & Reality
Speaker: Dina Mohamed
Agentic AI is reshaping Security Operations Centers—capable of detecting, deciding, and responding autonomously. But does this make organizations safer, or introduce new risks?
This session explores real-world implementations, key insights from Gartner, and the evolving “human-on-the-loop” model—where analysts transition into strategic supervisors and decision-makers.
Session 2: Data Loss Prevention (DLP)
Speaker: Fatema Fardan
A key highlight of the event, this session dives into one of today’s most critical cybersecurity challenges: protecting data in a hyper-connected world.
With over 18 years of experience in financial services and cybersecurity leadership, Fatema Fardan brings deep expertise in data protection, enterprise security strategy, and risk management. As a Digital Data Cybersecurity Lead and Certified Information Security Manager®, she has led large-scale security initiatives and continues to shape modern approaches to safeguarding sensitive information.
In this session, Fatema will break down:
- How data loss actually occurs across endpoints, networks, and cloud environments
- The real-world application of Data Loss Prevention (DLP) strategies
- How to balance strong security controls with usability and business needs
- Practical ways to adopt an “assume breach” mindset
Expect actionable insights, real-world scenarios, and a fresh perspective on securing data beyond traditional boundaries.
🌐 Why Attend?
BSides events go beyond traditional conferences—they create space for open dialogue, collaboration, and community-driven learning.
Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting your cybersecurity journey, this event offers a valuable opportunity to:
- Gain practical, real-world insights
- Engage with industry experts
- Connect with Bahrain’s growing security community
“It creates opportunities for individuals to both present and participate in an intimate atmosphere that encourages collaboration…” — BSides
🔗 Get Involved
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