James Lyne

James Lyne is recognized as the Global Director of Security Research at Sophos, one of the world's leading cybersecurity companies. In addition to his role at Sophos, he is a Certified Instructor at the SANS Institute, the largest and most trusted source for information security training. This dual role allows him to stay on the cutting edge of the latest threats and defensive strategies, while sharing that knowledge with the next generation of professionals. Lyne calls himself a "big geek" with a passion for taking systems apart to understand them better.

His influence extends to the field of education and talent development. He is the founder and director of Helical Levity, a high-end security research firm dedicated to developing educational tools for the industry. His commitment to training led him to create the CyberStart program, a gamified cybersecurity platform aimed at young people, which aims to break stereotypes and attract new talent, especially women, to the IT security field.

Lyne is one of the most sought-after international speakers on cybersecurity topics. His style is energetic, passionate and "charmingly nerdy," and he has presented at prestigious venues, such as the main TED event on several occasions and the World Economic Forum's Davos conference. In his talks, he uses engaging live demonstrations to expose the vulnerability of everyday technology, such as insecure hotspots, weak passwords and flaws in Internet of Things (IoT) devices, educating the public on how cybercriminals operate.

Through his appearances on international media, including CNN, NBC and BBC News, Lyne addresses modern threats, from commercialized malware to the sophistication of social engineering that exploits human nature. His central message is a call to action: most successful attacks occur because people fail to apply the most basic security precautions. His work is instrumental in raising awareness of why security is not just a technical problem, but a behavioral and educational challenge.