
Ramy Houssaini
Chief Cyber Solutions Officer, Cloudflare
Ramy Houssaini is the chief cyber solutions officer at Cloudflare. Before joining Cloudflare, Houssaini served as global chief cyber & technology risk officer at BNP Paribas, chief information security officer (CISO) at British Telecom, and vice president for Information Security at Visa Inc. His proven track record spans industries such as financial services, telecommunications, and consumer goods, where he has led large-scale security programs, strengthened operational resilience, and shaped global risk strategies. Beyond his corporate leadership, Houssaini is a passionate advocate for digital equity and cyber inclusion. As the founding chair of the Cyber Poverty Line Institute, he champions efforts to close the cybersecurity skills gap and promote access to essential cyber knowledge and tools worldwide. He serves on multiple advisory boards, including the G7 Cyber Expert Group, collaborating with policymakers and industry leaders to advance global cybersecurity standards. Houssaini has earned numerous accolades, including the Champion in Security Award.