Brian Wagner

Brian Wagner is a renowned keynote speaker, technologist, and author, celebrated for his dynamic presentation style and influential thought leadership in cybersecurity, cloud computing, and digital transformation. Known forcaptivating audiences at premier events such asRSA, AWS Re:Invent, andISC2, Brian brings over two decades of global industry experience to the stage. His greatest professional achievement is his current role asChief Technology Officer at Revenir, where he drives innovation at the forefront of fintech security. Brian’s career began in the early 2000s, driven by a strong interest in software development and systems architecture.

He started out as anApplication Developer for In-House Hospiceand later progressed toFord Motor CompanyandCisco Systems, where he refined his technical expertise. These formative years provided the foundation for his future success in cybersecurity. His time asPresident & CEO of Frontline Information Systemsin 2008 demonstrated his entrepreneurial drive, while his positions as aSoftware ConsultantandLead Developergave him a deep understanding of system integration and enterprise-scale operations. Over the years, Brian has held pivotal roles that reflect both technical depth and strategic leadership.

He served asHead of Compliance for Financial Services EMEA at Amazon Web Services, where he played a critical role in shaping AWS’s compliance posture across Europe. During his six-year tenure at Amazon, he also held the positions ofSolutions Architect, Senior Security Consultant, andCompliance Specialist, each contributing to his holistic view of cloud governance and security. In 2020, he joinedRMS asCloud & Security Lead, followed by dual appointments in 2021 asChief Technology Officer at Bulletproof and Defense. com, two prominent names in cybersecurity.