CISO, Cassa Depositi e Prestiti, Italy
Dr. Nicola Vanin has served as Chief Information Security Officer at Cassa Depositi e Prestiti S.p.A. since 2022. With extensive experience in protecting critical infrastructure, he specializes in cybersecurity strategy, risk management, and the design of security frameworks for complex organizations.
In 2023, Dr. Vanin founded ASSOCISO (the Italian Association of Chief Information Security Officers) with the mission of promoting a strong cybersecurity culture in Italy and fostering knowledge sharing among industry professionals.
As a lecturer at the Institute for Advanced Strategic and Political Studies (Istituto Alti Studi Strategici e Politici), Dr. Vanin is a prominent national speaker on security issues and the evolving cyber threat landscape. He is highly regarded for integrating emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence and quantum computing, into next-generation defense models and risk management frameworks.
