Cybersecurity Advisor & Author of the "Cybersecurity Mindset – A Virtual and Transformational Thinking Mode"
Dewayne Hart Biography
Dewayne Hart is a distinguished cybersecurity strategist and keynote speaker dedicated to helping organizations and individuals develop a proactive security mindset in the face of evolving digital threats. With decades of experience, he delivers high-impact keynotes and seminars that demystify the cyber threat landscape—offering actionable insights into leadership, risk management, cyber resilience, and strategic security planning in the digital age. Known for his engaging style and ability to translate advanced technical concepts into practical strategies, Dewayne is a trusted voice in today’s increasingly complex and high-risk cyber environment.
Before entering the civilian cybersecurity sector, Hart served 20 years as a U.S. Navy Chief Petty Officer specializing in computer systems, network defense, and weapons systems security. This military foundation instilled operational discipline, incident response expertise, and leadership skills that now define his consulting work. In 2014, he founded Secure Managed Instructional Systems (SEMAIS), delivering cybersecurity advisory services, compliance-driven risk management, workforce cyber readiness programs, and security framework development for clients including PwC, Kaiser Permanente, and multiple U.S. federal agencies.
Hart is the author of "The Cybersecurity Mindset," which explores strategic, human-centered approaches to cyber defense. A former Forbes Technology Council contributor, he has shared expertise on artificial intelligence, threat intelligence, security culture, and cyber workforce readiness. As host of The Chief of Cybersecurity podcast, he amplifies these themes—covering topics from threat awareness and digital parenting to organizational resilience.
As a speaker, Hart reframes cybersecurity as a business enabler and competitive advantage. His presentations address the convergence of AI and security, the importance of embedding a resilience-first culture, and the strategies needed to anticipate, adapt, and neutralize threats. Whether speaking to executives, technical teams, or rising cyber professionals, Hart equips audiences with the mindset, tools, and foresight to thrive in today’s rapidly shifting cyber battlefield.
Hart is the author of "Cybersecurity Leadership – How to Develop a Successful Mentality and Win" as well as "The Cybersecurity Mindset," both of which explore the thinking processes and leadership strategies necessary for cybersecurity excellence. As a former contributor to the Forbes Technology Council, he has published thought leadership on AI integration, workforce preparedness, security blind spots, and building cyber-first cultures.
Through his speaking, writing, and podcasting, Hart engages executives, technology leaders, and security teams worldwide. His audiences walk away with the tools, foresight, and confidence to anticipate, adapt, and act—turning cybersecurity from a reactive defense into a proactive advantage.
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Dewayne Hart Speaking Topics
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Let's Talk: Your Cyber Protections Program Needs Attention
Critical systems and applications must remain available as organizations digitally modernize and onboard technologies. Typical failures are supposed to withstand cyber stress and sustain availability, since proper planning, vulnerabilities, attacks, and risk states should be known. Traditional cybersecurity measures are no longer enough to protect organizations from persistent, high-level attacks. This is where cyber resilience provides advanced protection.
The cybersecurity landscape is changing, inducing more complex security requirements, and adding technologies have shifted protection. Cyber risks are no longer isolated into network boundaries. We are in a critical state where cyber risks activate across every technology platform and require higher protection standards – this is why "Cyber Protection Needs Attention."
Many businesses fail to succeed because they believe structuring a cyber protection program is challenging. They have spent millions of dollars and often face identical risks. What's unknown is that hackers and risks are always active, meaning organizations must become tactical and strategically develop protection. It's similar to developing a puzzle – how and what parts work together. This could require various strategies, technologies, or even specific labor categories. There are easier approaches!
You will leave with:
- Understand your cyber threat landscape and capabilities
- Why you need human firewalls and a strong security culture
- Why a risk-based attitude supports a "hackers mindset" - Effective strategies to developing A Cyber Visibility program
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You Heard It Once, Now Again - Stop Feeding the Hackers' Appetite
Numerous challenges have been aimed at defeating hackers' aggression. The methodologies work well for some, but others often fall prey by opening a revolving door that destroys the cybersecurity shield. The risk outcomes carry far more implications due to soft targets, threat vectors, and lapses in safeguards. Despite knowing that hackers are soft target-driven, many organizations struggle to communicate that "Feeding Hackers' Appetite" is a risk-enabling concept. This speaking session explains why hackers' target exploitation is the weakest link, gateways pose additional risks, and survive when the cybersecurity shield becomes defeated.
You will leave with:
- Knowledge of how hackers operate and their aggression.
- Ideas to increase individual protection when using social media and electronic devices.
- Key strategies for businesses to adopt cybersecurity and implement a "Hacker's Hat" culture
Dewayne Hart Videos
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Dewayne Hart is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Let's Talk: Your Cyber Protections Program Needs Attention, You Heard It Once, Now Again - Stop Feeding the Hackers' Appetite, Cybersecurity Leadership Starts Long Before an Attack , Changing the Narrative: Keep Business at the Forefront of Cybersecurity, Human-Based Security – Learn How a Cybersecurity Mindset Keeps You Balanced and Secure from Hackers and Cracking the Code: Unveiling the Connection Between AI and Cybersecurity. The estimated speaking fee range to book Dewayne Hart for your event is available upon request. Dewayne Hart generally travels from Atlanta, GA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are John Iannarelli, Rachel Wilson, Adam Levin, Tyler Cohen Wood and Kyla Guru. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Dewayne Hart for an upcoming live or virtual event.
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