In the ever-evolving world of cybersecurity, the role of human behavior in managing risks is more important than ever. Today, we explore the origins of Cybersecurity Human Risk Management (HRM) with two pioneers in the field, Darren Argyle, CISO and Board Advisor for Standard Chartered, and Flavius Plesu, CEO and Founder of OutThink.
Nearly a decade ago, Darren and Flavius, along with three other forward-thinking CISOs—Taewan Park, Vadim Gordas, and Paul Drake—identified a critical gap in cybersecurity: the lack of effective tools for CISOs to engage employees at all levels. The divide between the CISO’s office and frontline business operations had become an insurmountable challenge, making it difficult to address cybersecurity comprehensively.
Recognizing this gap, the team conceived the idea of Cybersecurity Human Risk Management (HRM). This concept sought to bridge the disconnect by fostering a more integrated and human-centered approach to cybersecurity. Flavius spearheaded the creation of OutThink with the unwavering support of his partners, bringing the HRM vision to life. Today, OutThink is a powerful tool helping organizations engage their workforce in addressing cyber threats at every level.
Join us for an insightful conversation with Darren and Flavius as they share their journey, the challenges they faced, and how their groundbreaking approach has transformed the landscape of cybersecurity. Whether you’re a cybersecurity professional or simply interested in how human behavior plays a pivotal role in digital safety, this discussion offers valuable insights into the future of cybersecurity risk management.
Darren is a seasoned executive with nearly 20 years of global experience in cyber risk and security. Currently, he serves as Group Chief Information Security Risk Officer at Standard Chartered Bank in Singapore. He also volunteers on the cyber advisory board for Australia’s Deakin University.
Previously, Darren was the CISO at Qantas Airlines and IHS Markit, and held senior cybersecurity roles at Symantec and IBM. In 2017, he was named one of the top 100 CISOs globally. He co-founded the Cyber Leadership Institute in 2018, where he continues to serve as chairman, helping shape the next generation of cyber leaders.
