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Chris Hughes
Founder, Resilient Cyber
Chris is the founder of Resilient Cyber, a leading cybersecurity newsletter and podcast reaching tens of thousands weekly. With over 20 years of cybersecurity experience spanning the Department of Defense, Federal Government, and commercial organizations, Chris has held roles including CEO, CISO, Security Engineer, and Security Architect, giving him a practitioner's perspective on the real-world challenges security teams face as AI transforms the threat landscape.
Chris is the author of multiple books, including Software Transparency, Effective Vulnerability Management, and Securing Agentic AI. He is a frequent speaker at industry conferences on topics ranging from AI security to application security and supply chain risk. Chris is also an OWASP Distinguished Review Board member and has contributed to industry frameworks shaping how organizations approach AI and software supply chain security.