Rob Lee
Rob Lee is the Chief of Research and Head of Faculty at SANS Institute and runs his own consulting business specializing in information security, incident response, threat hunting, and digital forensics. With more than 20 years of experience in digital forensics, vulnerability and exploit discovery, intrusion detection/prevention, and incident response, he is known as “The Godfather of DFIR”. Rob co-authored the book Know Your Enemy, 2nd Edition, and is course co-author of FOR500: Windows Forensic Analysis and FOR508: Advanced Incident Response, Threat Hunting, and Digital Forensics.
Lynn Dohm
Lynn Dohm is the Executive Director of Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS). From her experience in the cybersecurity education sector to active involvement in grant-funded programs and nonprofits, Lynn advocates and spreads awareness on the importance of diversifying the cybersecurity workforce.
Rushmi Hasam Dua
Rushmi Hasham Dua is a seasoned leader in cybersecurity and strategic partnerships, serving as the Director of Strategic Partnerships at Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst, at Toronto Metropolitan University. With over 25 years of expertise in disrupting the tech-education and digital-talent sectors, she has forged new markets for national cybersecurity capacity development and led initiatives that have positive impact across the industry. Her work is characterized by a unique blend of continuously engaging industry insight, employer-led solutions, and a commitment to innovation—driving the development of rapid cybersecurity skills and training programs.
Rushmi creates pathways that have rapidly reskilled and upskilled over 1,000 cyber professionals, with many being women and girls, empowering them with the skills and confidence needed to excel in a career in cybersecurity. She loves to share stories of the mid-career career changers like Monica, who pivoted from a career in a high pressure restaurant as a chef to a successful career in cybersecurity. Impacts like Monica’s continue to inspire Rushmi’s work in rapid workforce development.
Frequently sought after as a leader at national events and as a member of key advisory boards, Rushmi’s strategic, action-driven approach and measurable outcomes continue to shape the future of cybersecurity talent in Canada and internationally.
Rushmi’s passion of late is taking salsa dancing lessons just for the fun of it!
Sean Mason
Sean Mason is the Managing Director of Cyber Defense for United Airlines. After serving in the US Air Force, Sean has spent his career with Fortune 500 companies (Cisco, GE, Harris (now L3Harris), and Monsanto (now Bayer)) where he has built and led several storied security organizations over the years, to include the highly successful incident response business within Cisco Talos as well as the historic GE-CIRT. Sean is an avid traveler and splits time between Orlando, Florida and Chicago, Illinois with his wife Shány and Maltese puppy Little Man.
Anthony Switzer
Anthony Switzer, a seasoned cybersecurity leader, currently serves as a Senior Manager at Ernst & Young. His impressive career spans over two decades, during which he has mastered developing and implementing sophisticated cyber defense strategies, particularly for Fortune 50 companies. His educational background includes an Executive MBA from William & Mary and a Master's in Information Security Engineering from the SANS Technical Institute; additionally, he has multiple prestigious certifications, including GIAC Security Expert (GSE), which provides him with a rare combination of business and technical knowledge. Anthony's career is marked by his leadership in Purple Team operations and ability to manage complex cybersecurity challenges. His experience in the US Army Reserves adds a strategic and disciplined dimension to his professional approach. Passionate about advancing the field, Anthony is also actively involved in community and educational initiatives, mentoring the next generation of cybersecurity professionals.
