Terry Cutler

About Speaker Terry Cutler:

Terry Cutler is an internationally recognized cybersecurity expert & popular presenter at technology conferences all over the world.

For more than 20 years, he has advised major Canadian enterprises, government agencies & municipalities, critical-infrastructure operators, and billion-dollar brands including TELUS, CrowdStrike, Insight, and GardaWorld, helping their clients prevent, detect, and recover from sophisticated cyber threats.

As a frequent national media commentator, Terry has appeared on CTV, CBC, CityNews, Global News, PBS, and numerous podcasts including IT World Canada reaching millions of Canadians with timely guidance on emerging cyber threats. He has delivered high-impact cybersecurity keynotes and live presentations across Canada, the U.S., and Dubai, speaking to LIVE audiences as large as 2,500 people and 20,000 in virtual Reality.

As a Government-cleared Ethical Hacker, and the CEO of Cyology Labs, one of Canada’s few cybersecurity firms certified under the Controlled Goods Program (CGP). he has helped clients prevent, detect, and recover from sophisticated cyber threats. 

Terry is the author of the #1 Amazon best-selling book “Insider Secrets to Internet Safety: Advice From A Professional Hacker” and the creator of Internet Safety University, an online training program with more than 43,000 enrollments from 150 countries. His broader cybersecurity ecosystem includes the Fraudster App, cyPenTest automated penetration testing, dark-web monitoring, vulnerability management, and vCISO advisory services.

His work has earned him numerous industry accolades, including Cybersecurity Educator of the Year, a three-time placement on IFSEC Global’s Top 20 Most Influential Cybersecurity Experts, a two-time placement on Life Safety Alliance Top 40 Global Thought Leaders, and recognition on the CISO Platform Global Top 100 List.

Terry Cutler - Signature Speaking Presentation

“Insider Secrets” to HOW hackers are getting in, and WHY

In the digital age, where our lives are intertwined with technology, the specter of cyber threats looms ominously, posing an ever-increasing risk to our personal and professional security. This presentation promises to offer attendees a rare "behind-the-scenes look" at the sinister world of hackers, their methods, and how they exploit the plethora of information available online to orchestrate targeted attacks.

This session delves into the heart of the problem with modern-day security, highlighting the inherent vulnerabilities that we often overlook. Attendees will gain invaluable insights into the minds of the threat agents

• the hackers who relentlessly seek to capitalize on these weaknesses, leaving individuals and organizations exposed to potential harm.

Essential terminology will be demystified, ensuring that the audience grasps the nuances of cyber threats and becomes better equipped to navigate the digital landscape safely. The presentation unfolds the meticulous phases hackers employ in their quest to target specific victims, revealing the strategies and tactics employed to breach digital defenses.

Perhaps most crucially, the session places a strong emphasis on social engineering awareness, shedding light on how hackers leverage psychological manipulation to extract sensitive information from unsuspecting individuals. Attendees will leave this talk more cognizant of their online presence, understanding how seemingly innocuous data can be ingeniously woven together to construct a dangerous profile.

To underscore the gravity of the issue, a real-world hacking demonstration will showcase the practical implications of lax online habits, leaving a lasting impact on the audience. However, the session is not one-sided; defensive tools and strategies will also be presented, empowering attendees to take proactive measures in safeguarding their digital identities.

The vast expanse of topics covered ensures a comprehensive and enlightening experience for attendees, instilling them with newfound knowledge to secure their online domains. As they emerge from this enlightening session, participants will be more alert, discerning, and better equipped to confront the lurking cyber threats that surround us daily. Armed with the wisdom gained from this presentation, individuals can take charge of their digital destinies and protect themselves in an ever-evolving technological landscape.

Come and crack the code in this presentation.

The Next Phase of Cybersecurity Risk
Especially for Municipalities & Public-sector Organizations

This customized keynote presentation directly addresses:

• AI Agents as the new threat surface
  How over-permissioned agents become the attacker once compromised, effectively bypassing the traditional kill chain altogether.
  
  
• Deepfakes and impersonation attacks
  Real-world examples of voice/video cloning and how organizations are being socially engineered at an entirely new level.
  
  
• Why the traditional security model is breaking down
  Including gaps in detection, logging, and why many environments still fail to generate alerts during real-world attack simulations.
  
  
• Zero Trust in practical terms
  What it actually means for municipalities, beyond the buzzword.
  
  
• Forensics and spoliation risks
  What often goes wrong after an incident, and how well-intentioned IT teams can unintentionally destroy critical evidence.
  
  
• What organizations should be doing now
  Including visibility, identity-focused security, and continuous validation of their defenses.

This is a forward-looking keynote that challenges the assumption that current defenses are sufficient while still grounding it in real-world attack scenarios and practical takeaways.