Ransomware attacks continue to be one of the most disruptive cyber threats to public and private organizations in Latin America. These incidents not only compromise the availability and confidentiality of data but also affect the continuity of critical operations, often generating significant reputational and economic impact.

National and sectoral CSIRTs play a key role in the detection, containment, and recovery from these types of incidents, as well as information security personnel from public and private sector organizations. However, the rapid evolution of malicious actors’ tactics and the increasing complexity of technological environments require continuous learning and the sharing of updated best practices.

The next edition of LAC4 members-only seminar will focus on strengthening the technical and operational capabilities of the region’s response teams in the effective handling of ransomware incidents.

Participants: Open to national and regional public officials and policymakers and experts from LAC4 Member countries (Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Costa Rica, Colombia, the Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Estonia, Guatemala, Honduras, the Netherlands, Panama, Uruguay).

Speakers:

Jorge Coello García

Jorge Coello García is an international reference in cybersecurity with over 20 years of experience in IT and OT environments. A member of the EU CyberNet Expert Group and external advisor to the European Commission and the NIAG (NATO Industrial Advisory Group), he has contributed to the design of cybersecurity and cyber defense strategies and capabilities for European and NATO organizations. His career includes strategic positions at Telefónica Tech, Teldat, NTT DATA, and Sopra Steria, leading security architectures, SOCs, audits, and critical projects for the defense, aerospace, banking, and industrial sectors. As a court-appointed expert specializing in cybercrime and child protection, he combines technical leadership, strategic vision, and experience in international cooperation, establishing himself as an authority in cybersecurity and digital risk management.

Juan Carlos Paris Balleza

Juan Carlos Paris Balleza is a leader in cybersecurity, cloud technology, and artificial intelligence, with over 25 years of experience, primarily in the financial sector. He currently serves as IT Manager and Data Protection Officer (DPO) for a regional bank, and is also recognized as a social engineer, trainer, and international speaker at events such as TEDx, Bsides, and Dojoconf. As an ambassador for the Dojo community in Panama and a member of regional cyber incident response teams, he actively promotes cyber awareness and digital transformation with a strong focus on the principle that “humans should be the first line of defense.

Duration: 3h

Language: Spanish with simultaneous interpretation to English

Format: Interactive online seminar with expert speakers and participant engagement.

How to participate: Please register by August 15, 2025, via the registration link: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ZTNaFOBxQvSiwa-WbwaMEQ 

NB! Participation is limited to a maximum of 40 participants per country on a first-come-first-serve basis.