Mission Secure: Navigating AI Risk, Exposure & the Human Factor
Join us in London on 9th October for Mission Secure, ANS’s premier cybersecurity summit, where innovation meets resilience.
This full-day event brings together security leaders, technologists, and strategists to explore what AI really means for cybersecurity today. Experience live AI demos, hear from industry experts, and walk away with actionable strategies to protect your organisation in an AI-powered world.
As artificial intelligence drives transformation, it also introduces new risks. Together, we’ll tackle the big questions:
How do we build trust?
How do we stay resilient?
And how do we keep people at the heart of our defences in an age of intelligent threats?
Keynote Spotlight: Former British Intelligence Officer and Channel 4’s Hunted star Ben Owen will headline the summit with a powerful session on digital vulnerability, intelligence-led security, and why the human factor is still our strongest line of defence.
This is your opportunity to get ahead of the curve in AI-driven cybersecurity. At Mission Secure, you will:
- Understand the real risks AI poses to security today
- Learn from Microsoft’s latest threat intelligence and expert insights
- Watch AI in action
- Hear real-world stories from commercial sector leaders
- Network with top security experts, partners, and peers
Seats are limited, don’t miss your chance to be part of the conversation shaping the future of cybersecurity.
Agenda
- Guardrails or Chaos: The Cybersecurity Crossroads of AI
Exploring the hidden risks of AI and the critical need for responsible innovation
with Chris Huntingford, Director of AI at ANS - Beyond the Noise: How AI, Humans, and Culture Drive a Modern SOC
Why it works: Reflecting ANS real-world current blend of automation and human expertise, and the complexity of running a 24/7 operation.
with Carole Reeves, Senior SOC Manager at ANS - Voices of Security: A Multi-Perspective Panel
Diverse viewpoints on today’s most pressing cybersecurity challenges
Insights from ANS, Cyber Crowd & Microsoft - Microsoft Keynote: The Future of Security
Exclusive Industry Findings & Emerging Trends
A deep dive into Microsoft’s latest intelligence and what it means for your strategy - Hackers Don’t Wait- Why Should You?
Zero Trust Unpacked: Why it matters now
Demo: Modern data threats with token hijacking and credential theft
Turning the tables: How Microsoft security stops the attacks
with Mark Johnson (ANS) & José Lázaro (Microsoft) - Customer Voices: Real-World Security Strategies
Practical insights and lessons learned from those on the front lines
Customer Panel Discussion - Expert Perspectives: Cybersecurity in a Shifting Landscape
A strategic view on navigating the evolving threat environment
Keynote by Ben Owen - Networking Lunch & Drinks
Keynote Guest
Ben Owen
Intelligence expert, Cyber Spy & Co-Founder of The OSINT Group UK (Former British Intelligence Officer & Channel 4’s Hunted star)
Ben is an internationally recognised keynote speaker and cyber intelligence advisor with over 25 years of experience in military, government, and private sector operations. A former sniper and intelligence officer, he now co-leads The OSINT Group—global experts in cyber risk mitigation and online investigations training. Ben advises law enforcement, military, and private organisations worldwide on cybersecurity and covert operations. He’s also a TV contributor on the UK, US, and Australian versions of Hunted.
Speakers
Chris Huntingford
Director of AI at ANS
Chris is ANS' Director of AI. With various experiences as an architect in Power Platform and Dynamics 365 for retail, Chris is bringing his focus in the retail sector on creating ecosystems that help retail organisations modernise and optimise how they work with technology platforms to form an ecosystem that enables people to innovate and solve retail business problems safely.
Carole Reeves
Senior SOC Manager at ANS
With over 20 years of experience at the crossroads of strategy, technology, and people, Carole is a dynamic IT Service Operations leader known for turning complexity into clarity. She has a proven track record of aligning IT with business goals, driving operational resilience, and building high-performing teams. From scaling teams and budgets to achieving ISO 20000-1 accreditation with zero non-conformities, Carole consistently delivers impactful outcomes. Her mission is rooted in empowering individuals, fostering collaboration, and enabling innovation that drives sustainable growth.
Mark Johnson
Head of Presales - Cybersecurity & Connectivity at ANS
Mark has over 30 years’ experience in the IT and networking industry. With a background managing highly secure mobile networks for the Armed forces, to owning his own business, Mark joined ANS 8 years ago to take responsibility for building and delivering ANS’ suite of connectivity & Security solutions which include Azure Sentinel, SD WAN, SASE, Cloud and Multi-cloud architectures.
José Lázaro
Senior Cybersecurity Architect
José Lázaro works as a Partner Cybersecurity Architect at Microsoft, supporting UK Channel Partners in developing their security practices using the Microsoft XDR. He has experience in delivering innovative Microsoft security solutions for enterprises in the UK and globally.
Mike Robinson
Head of Cyber Security at CyberCrowd
With over 20 years in IT and cyber security, Mike has led projects across sectors ranging from finance and healthcare to global sporting events such as the Ryder Cup. His expertise spans secure application development, threat modelling, and incident response, including first-hand experience handling ransomware attacks. As Managing Director and Head of Cyber Security at CyberCrowd, Mike has built a team of CREST certified cyber specialists and guided the company to achieve NCSC Assured Service Provider of Incident Response (Level 2) status. Passionate about resilience and innovation, he works closely with organisations to strengthen their defences against today’s evolving cyber threats.