The 15th Infocom Security Conference, held on April 2 & 3, 2025, at the Athens Conservatoire, brought together cybersecurity professionals, thought leaders, and solution providers to discuss the evolving threat landscape, regulatory challenges, and the need for cyber resilience.
As a proud sponsor, SysteCom contributed to the dialogue with two strategic sessions, a fireside chat on treating cyber risk as business risk and a workshop on third-party risk management with BitSight VRM.
🔹 Fireside Chat: Cyber Risk as a Business Risk
In his participation at the fireside chat, our Managing Director Mr. Dimosthenis Georgacopoulos emphasized that cyber risk today is inseparable from business risk. Cyber incidents can impact operations, finances, reputation, and , even the long-term viability of an organization.
A shift in mindset is essential. Cybersecurity must be embedded into enterprise risk management and governance models, with full executive-level commitment. Compliance is not the finish line, it’s the foundation for competitive advantage and operational resilience.
🔹 Workshop: Automate Your Third-Party Risk Management Program with BitSight VRM
In our workshop, Sofia Michailidou and Angelos Triantafyllou demonstrated how organizations can reduce exposure from vendors and partners through automated assessments and continuous monitoring.
The session highlighted the growing need for scalable risk management, especially in complex supply chains. Attendees saw a live demo of the BitSight VRM platform and explored how it helps organizations align security, compliance, and procurement teams around shared risk insights.
🔹 Direct Access to Vendor Expertise
Throughout the conference, visitors to the SysteCom booth had the opportunity to speak directly with BitSight experts, gaining deeper insights into platform capabilities and best practices in Security Ratings and Third-Party Risk Management. These in-person exchanges offered valuable opportunities to address real-world cybersecurity challenges and explore tailored solutions.
Key Takeaways
1. Cybersecurity is No Longer Just an IT Issue, It’s a Core Business Priority
The discussions throughout the conference made it clear that cyber risk now sits firmly on the boardroom agenda. Security is directly tied to an organization’s operational continuity, brand reputation, and financial performance. Treating cybersecurity as a strategic pillar, rather than a technical layer, is essential in today’s risk landscape.
2. Compliance is a Starting Point, Not the End Goal
With regulations like NIS2, DORA, and GDPR shaping the security roadmap, compliance was a central theme. But the message was clear: simply checking boxes isn’t enough. Forward-thinking organizations are using compliance as a framework to strengthen their overall security posture, prioritize investments, and demonstrate resilience to customers and stakeholders.
3. Culture is as Critical as Technology
A strong cybersecurity culture is built through ongoing education, executive buy-in, and cross-functional collaboration. One of the most resonant insights was the importance of equipping not only security teams, but also executives, developers, and operational staff with the knowledge and preparedness to respond to threats and manage crises effectively.
4. Automation and Real-Time Visibility Are Game-Changers for Risk Management
Manual risk assessment processes can no longer keep pace with today’s dynamic and complex digital environment and supply chains. Automation, continuous monitoring, and real-time data are critical to gaining a clear picture of risk and making fast, informed decisions.
5. Collaboration Across the Ecosystem is Essential
Whether it was in the sessions or at the booths, the conference highlighted the importance of building trusted partnerships between solution providers, internal teams, and regulatory bodies. Hands-on discussions took place around how vendor risk insights and threat intelligence can drive better alignment between security and business objectives.
6. Cyber Resilience is the Future Focus
The theme of moving beyond compliance toward cyber resilience was echoed throughout the event. Organizations must now plan not just to prevent breaches, but to respond, recover, and adapt rapidly. Investing in resilience through technology, governance, and culture is becoming a key differentiator for sustainable growth.
At SysteCom, we remain committed to helping organizations navigate today’s complex cyber risk landscape with confidence. Our participation in the 15th Infocom Security Conference reinforced the urgent need for strategic, business-aligned cybersecurity grounded in risk intelligence, compliance, and a culture of resilience. We thank all those who joined our sessions, visited our booth, and engaged in meaningful conversations. We look forward to continuing the dialogue and supporting enterprises in building stronger, smarter, and more secure digital futures.
The fireside chat video will be available soon. The YouTube link will be added here once it’s live.
