Speaker Bio
Oscar is a Sr. Director Advisor in Gartner Research in the Security and Risk Management group. Mr Isaka brings a broad and diverse experience in Information Security, Cyber Security and Risk Management practices to Gartner clients, regularly providing advisory to IT and Non-IT executives and leaders on developing, maturing and enhancing their Security and Risk Management Practices.
Specific domains of knowledge include, Data Security and Privacy, Cyber Security Strategy, Governance, Application Security and 3rd Party Risk Management.
Prior to joining Gartner, Oscar had various security roles leading projects and initiatives including but not limited to Applications Security, Cloud Security Identity and Access Management, Risk Management and Security Architecture.
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Sessions
Tuesday, 04 August, 2026
09:30 AM - 10:15 AM BRT
Gartner Opening Keynote: Seize the Moment
Oscar Isaka,
Sr Director Analyst, Gartner
It feels like everything is happening, everywhere, all at once. But amidst the chaos, there are opportunities, “moments” that we can seize, to ensure Cybersecurity’s success. What if we could use our organizations’ rush to AI as an opportunity to modernize both human and machine identity? What if we could turn the inevitability of cyber-attacks into a learning cycle that continuously makes us smarter, stronger, faster and more resilient? What if we could monetize our innovation with a cycle of continuous learning to fund even more innovation? Join this keynote and learn how to seize these moments!
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Tuesday, 04 August, 2026
04:00 PM - 04:30 PM BRT
Outlook for Third-Party Cyber Risk Management: Challenge the Status Quo to Evolve Your Program
Oscar Isaka,
Sr Director Analyst, Gartner
As frequency and impact of disruption caused by third-party cyber incidents grow, regulators, Boards and other enterprise stakeholders require cybersecurity to step in and manage these risks. This session will discuss the evolution of the practice from due-diligent focus to on-going monitoring, implications on resilience and AI risks as well as how its helping drive efficiency.
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Wednesday, 05 August, 2026
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM BRT
Ask the Analyst: Is AI Making Third-Party Cyber Risk Smarter or Harder to Manage?
Oscar Isaka,
Sr Director Analyst, Gartner
As organizations increasingly rely on third parties, the adoption of AI brings new dimensions to third-party cyber risk management. This session examines how AI is influencing this from vendor selection and due diligence to ongoing monitoring. We’ll discuss emerging threats, regulatory considerations and best practices to ensure your organization stays resilient in a rapidly changing landscape. Bring your questions and learn how to leverage AI for smarter, third-party cyber risk management.
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Wednesday, 05 August, 2026
02:00 PM - 02:30 PM BRT
3 Pitfalls to Avoid When Implementing Collaborative Cyber Risk Management
Oscar Isaka,
Sr Director Analyst, Gartner
Collaborative cyber risk management demands strong alignment across IT, cybersecurity, and risk functions. This session will explore common pitfalls Gartner has identified from client experiences and offer strategies to overcome them, helping organizations successfully implement collaborative models and realize their benefits.
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