Join host Laurens Jagt on the Cyber Security District Podcast for an enlightening conversation with Hans Ijkel, the General Manager of Cyber Defense at Shell. With over two decades of experience in IT audit, risk management, and cybersecurity, Hans shares invaluable insights into the transformation of cyber defense, the pivotal role of creativity, and the impact of geopolitics on cybersecurity strategies. In this episode, we explore Hans Ijkel's career journey, his perspectives on the challenges in the cybersecurity field, and his forward-looking views on the role of AI in cyber defense. Whether you're a cybersecurity professional or just keen to learn more about this critical field, this discussion will provide you with a wealth of knowledge and inspiration. Episode Highlights: 00:00 - Introduction to Hans Ijkel's Career 05:30 - Hans Ijkel's Interest in Cybersecurity 11:37 - Hans Ijkel's Mistake During a Pen Test 13:22 - Challenges of Setting Up Threat Management and Cyber Defense 22:00 - Challenges of Managing a Global Team 25:48 - Discussion on Threat Actors and Vulnerabilities in the Supply Chain 32:35 - Importance of Curiosity and Technical Expertise in Team Building 37:40 - Balancing Geopolitics and Cybersecurity 43:25 - Handling Cybersecurity Threats in Geopolitical Conflicts 46:36 - Achievements and Future Goals in Cyber Defense 47:58 - Future of Cybersecurity and AI Integration Don't miss this engaging and insightful conversation. Tune in to learn from one of the leading minds in cybersecurity. Connect with us: Laurens Jagt on LinkedIn: Laurens Jagt Hans Ijkel on LinkedIn: Hans Ijkel Visit our website: https://www.cybersecuritydistrict.com/ Subscribe to our newsletter and follow us here: https://beacons.ai/cybersecuritydistrict