Martin Dinel, Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) and assistant deputy minister at the Government of Alberta's Technology and Innovation Cybersecurity Division, highlighted the challenges of maintaining security in the public sector with limited budgets. Dinel's experience spans over 35 years, starting with setting up network infrastructure for a major hospital and leading IT operations at an oil company. His roles as a consultant and ethical hacker equipped him with a resilient approach towards advocating for cybersecurity
Dinel emphasized the importance of recognizing cybersecurity threats and the need to allocate budget for system fixes. He shed light on the struggle faced by Alberta in maintaining legacy systems dating back to 1998, which are susceptible to cyber attacks. Additionally, he discussed Cyber Alberta, a community fostering collaboration among nearly 600 cybersecurity organizations to address emerging cyber risks. Dinel's leadership in defining the cybersecurity strategy for Alberta and establishing a cybersecurity center of excellence showcases his dedication to safeguarding digital assets. As a CyberEdBoard member, Dinel contributes to a global network of senior security executives and thought leaders, aiming to address complex security challenges faced by organizations worldwide. ```https://www.bankinfosecurity.com/cyberedboard-profiles-in-leadership-martin-dinel-a-26246