EVA BENN

Hi, I’m Eva 👋

I’m a keynote and TEDx speaker and a multi-award winning cybersecurity leader who believes security doesn’t have to be boring or complicated. I spend my days at Microsoft turning cyber jargon into plain English and occasionally explaining why “phishing” has nothing to do with a boat.

I've spent the last 12+ years in various cybersecurity roles, the last 8 years of which at Microsoft Security with primary focus on red teaming and ethical hacking. Prior to joining Microsoft, I was in Big 4 consulting, leading global cybersecurity initiatives and helping companies avoid making headlines for the wrong reasons. Along the way, I picked up more certifications than I can count (CISSP, CEH, CCSP, GPEN, GWAPT.. the list goes on). 

Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of speaking across the U.S. and Europe, sharing the stage with some of the brightest minds in tech. My talks are high-energy, practical, and just a little disruptive. I break down complex issues like AI, ethical hacking, and the future of defense into human stories people lean into, laugh at, and actually remember.

My work has been recognized globally. I’ve been named Cybersecurity Woman of the Year (2026), Top 20 Cybersecurity Women of the World (2024) and Top 20 Most Inspiring Women in Cybersecurity (2025), and I was a finalist for Cybersecurity Woman of the Year (2024).

Outside of work, you’ll usually find me climbing mountains or reading philosophy books. I’ve learned that summiting a glacier at 3 AM has a lot in common with running a Red Team exercise -- strategy, stamina, and a good sense of humor when things don’t go to plan.

If you’re looking for a speaker who can make cybersecurity and AI relatable, memorable, and maybe even fun, you just found her.

👉 I share free cybersecurity education here:

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