Cybersecurity Human Factors Expert & Co-Founder of Cygenta; Author of "Confident Cyber Security"; Chair of ClubCISO

Las Vegas, NV, USA

Dr. Jessica Barker Biography

Dr. Jessica Barker MBE is recognized for her expertise in the human factors of cybersecurity, focusing on how psychology, sociology, and human behavior influence security outcomes. As co-founder of Cygenta, a cybersecurity consultancy, Barker works with organizations to develop human-centric security strategies that bridge the gap between technology and people. Cygenta advises businesses such as Mastercard, Microsoft, and Cisco on cybersecurity and cyber risk management.

Barker is the author of books including "Confident Cyber Security" and "Hacked: The Secrets Behind Cyber Attacks." In her writing, she explores how hackers use advanced tactics and technologies to target individuals and organizations, featuring insights from cybersecurity experts and ethical hackers, and examining significant cyber attacks.

Barker has delivered cybersecurity awareness sessions to more than 80,000 people and over 90 keynote presentations at events including NATO, World Government Summit, and RSA. She has appeared on national and international television to comment on cybersecurity issues over 100 times. Barker serves on several industry boards, including the UK Government Cyber Security Board.

Named among the top 20 most influential UK women in cybersecurity, Barker has received multiple industry accolades, including an MBE for services to cybersecurity and recognition as Cyber Citizen of the Year by the National Cyber Awards. She is Chair of ClubCISO, a private members forum for global cybersecurity leaders, contributing to the development of cybersecurity culture and strategy.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 08/31/2026.

Dr. Jessica Barker Speaking Topics

  • Human and Artificial Intelligence: Social Engineering Now and Next

    Social engineering is involved in most 'hacks', with phishing the number one threat to organizations. In this keynote, Dr Jessica Barker explores the psychology, neuroscience and sociology of scams.

    Combining this with an overview of the technological advances of recent years, this session uncovers how cyber criminals are leveraging AI to make their attacks more advanced and effective. Packed with case studies and demonstrations of how attackers are using AI in cyber crime, this powerful keynote leaves a lasting impression.

    Exploring the role of AI in cyber crime now and looking ahead to the future, this jargon-free overview empowers everyone with an understanding of the technology that is dominating the headlines.

  • The Human Nature of Cyber Security

    Cyber security is so often discussed in deeply technical terms. While technology is at the heart of cyber security, so is human awareness, behaviour and culture.

    In this session, Dr Jessica Barker highlights how human bias makes us all susceptible to online manipulation and how we can practically apply psychology, sociology, and neuroscience to understand how cyber criminals operate. These insights are especially paramount with the growth of AI, as Jessica demonstrates.

    Audiences this session looking at cyber security in a different light, empowered with an understanding of how to unlock the human element of this field.

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Dr. Jessica Barker Videos

Panel on Security Culture Programs | Dr Jessica Barker

Panel on Security Culture Programs | Dr Jessica Barker

SEC @ DEF CON 31 With most cyber attacks and incidents involving social engineering, security culture is hugely influential in cyber security...

Podcast on Influencing Security Behavior | Dr Jessica Barker

Podcast on Influencing Security Behavior | Dr Jessica Barker

This month Chris Hadnagy is joined by Dr. Jessica Barker. Jessica is an award-winning global leader in the human side of cyber security. She...

Interview on Cybersecurity Careers | Dr Jessica Barker

Interview on Cybersecurity Careers | Dr Jessica Barker

Dr Jessica Barker recently published her book “Confident Cyber Security: How to Get Started in Cyber Security and Futureproof Your Career” which...

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Dr. Jessica Barker is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Human and Artificial Intelligence: Social Engineering Now and Next, The Human Nature of Cyber Security, Hacked: The Secrets Behind Cyber Attacks, Why Culture is Key to Cyber Security and Cyber security and the Psychology of Fear. The estimated speaking fee range to book Dr. Jessica Barker for your event is $20,000 - $30,000. Dr. Jessica Barker generally travels from Las Vegas, NV, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Tyler Cohen Wood, Nicole Perlroth, Eric O'Neill, Rachel Wilson and Shira Rubinoff. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Dr. Jessica Barker for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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