Dr. Japhet Oladipo, CCISO | CISM | CEH | PhD | EMBA is a strategic cybersecurity and risk management leader who specializes in making enterprise-grade security accessible and affordable for organizations of all sizes. Previously leading SOC Transformation and Security Risk & Compliance programs at BAE Systems, Japhet brings over a decade of hands-on experience helping organizations build robust cyber defenses without breaking the bank.

His expertise spans the full spectrum of practical cybersecurity implementation from embedding security into business operations at Amazon and Ofgem, to designing cost-effective third-party risk programs at Cognizant for major financial institutions. At Equiniti, he successfully delivered a £1M+ security transformation program that balanced regulatory compliance (ISO 27001, PCI DSS, GDPR) with operational efficiency.

What sets Japhet apart is his talent for translating complex security requirements into actionable, budget-conscious strategies. Whether implementing comprehensive ISMS frameworks, conducting risk assessments across supply chains, or training teams to become the first line of defense, he consistently demonstrates that effective cybersecurity is about smart choices, not just big budgets.

Beyond traditional security roles, Japhet has managed large-scale digital transformation and operational excellence programs, giving him a unique perspective on how cyber, data, and supply chain risks intersect in real-world business environments. His academic credentials—a PhD and Executive MBA alongside CCISO, CISM, and CEH certifications are complemented by practical experience that spans financial services, defense, healthcare, government, and technology sectors.

At #RISK Europe, Japhet will share proven frameworks for SMEs to build resilience through practical risk management, affordable security tools, and strategies that turn data protection from a compliance burden into a competitive advantage.