Warsaw has emerged as one of Central Europe’s most important cybersecurity hubs, driven by financial institutions, critical infrastructure operators, telecom giants, and public-sector platforms that operate at a national scale. The CISOs leading these organizations are not only protecting complex digital environments; they’re shaping how cybersecurity supports business resilience, regulatory trust, and innovation.
The following leaders stand out for their experience, influence, and role in advancing Poland’s cybersecurity ecosystem.
Andrzej Bartosiewicz — Chief Executive Officer & President, CISO #Poland
With three decades in IT and more than 15 years in cybersecurity leadership, Andrzej Bartosiewicz is one of Poland’s most influential security figures. His career spans senior roles at Thales, Netia Group, Polish Energy Group (PGE), and KOMBUD Group, where he served as both CISO and Director of Corporate Security. He also brings an international perspective from his time as CEO of California-based cybersecurity startup Yonita Inc.
Beyond the private sector, Bartosiewicz spent nine years at NASK as Director of the Domain Department, contributing to Poland’s national digital infrastructure. A PhD holder from Warsaw University of Technology and a member of its Cyber Security Research Council, he now leads CISO #Poland, a foundation connecting hundreds of cybersecurity leaders across industry, academia, and government.
Marcin Kabaciński — Head of Security, PacketFront Software
Marcin Kabaciński brings over 20 years of cybersecurity experience across fintech, telecom, e-commerce, and public-sector environments. At PacketFront Software, he leads security strategy for telecom-grade platforms, with a strong focus on regulatory readiness, Secure SDLC, incident response, and organizational resilience.
In parallel, Kabaciński serves as Vice President and board member of CISO #Poland, actively contributing to community-driven knowledge sharing and collaboration at both national and European levels, including work aligned with ECSO initiatives.
Paweł Kaczmarek — Chief Information Security Officer, ING Poland
As CISO of ING Poland, Paweł Kaczmarek oversees cybersecurity for one of the country’s most prominent financial institutions. Prior to ING, he spent over three years as CISO and Cybersecurity Department Director at Nationale-Nederlanden Poland, where he built and centralized security operations while elevating cybersecurity to a board-level function.
His work has consistently focused on aligning security strategy with business execution, strengthening organizational maturity, and positioning cybersecurity as a critical success factor rather than a compliance obligation.
Małgorzata Bjorum — Chief Information Security Officer, Polskie Porty Lotnicze (PPL)
Małgorzata Bjorum brings deep expertise from both aviation and banking environments, with a strong emphasis on business continuity, compliance, and operational resilience. At Warsaw Airport, she is responsible for shaping the SOC model and building a multidisciplinary cybersecurity team to support one of Poland’s most critical transportation hubs.
Her background includes program leadership across BCP, DRP, GDPR, and international information security standards, as well as board-level involvement with ISACA Warsaw, reinforcing her influence across the broader security community.
Borys Braun-Walicki — Local Information Security Officer (Poland, Baltics, Ukraine), GEA Group
Borys Braun-Walicki operates at the intersection of global enterprise security and regional execution. At GEA Group, he leads information security initiatives across multiple countries, focusing on strengthening frameworks, managing vendor relationships, and aligning security with business priorities.
Previously, as CISO at SMYK Group, he led organizational security transformation during a period of change, combining hands-on leadership with a pragmatic, business-aware approach to risk management.
Tomasz Kędziora — Cybersecurity Director & CISO, PLAY
With nearly two decades at PLAY, Tomasz Kędziora has played a central role in securing one of Poland’s largest telecom providers. As Cybersecurity Director and CISO, he leads the development of cybersecurity and digital resilience strategies, oversees supplier relationships, and supports M&A due diligence processes.
His remit spans ICT security, customer data protection, and integrated management systems, including information security and business continuity, placing cybersecurity at the core of large-scale telecom operations.
Łukasz Kozak — Head of IT/OT Cybersecurity Department, ORLEN Termika
Łukasz Kozak’s career bridges industrial automation and cybersecurity, with deep roots in energy production environments. Having spent a decade working directly with ICS, PLC, SCADA, and DCS systems, he brings rare operational insight to IT/OT security leadership.
At ORLEN Termika, Kozak leads teleinformation security across critical energy infrastructure, combining engineering expertise with risk-aware governance in one of Poland’s most sensitive operational sectors.
Paweł Bernacik — Director of Cybersecurity Department, Centralny Ośrodek Informatyki
Paweł Bernacik is a veteran cybersecurity architect with more than 20 years of experience securing systems that deliver essential digital services to citizens and protect critical national infrastructure. Since 2022, he has led the Cybersecurity Department at the Centralny Ośrodek Informatyki, overseeing the security of key state platforms.
Holding CISSP and CISA certifications alongside an MBA in Cybersecurity Management, Bernacik also contributes to academia as a lecturer, reinforcing the link between public-sector security and talent development.
Piotr Ozga — Director of Cybersecurity Office, Polska Grupa Lotnicza
Piotr Ozga combines technical depth with executive oversight, drawing on extensive experience in IT administration, auditing, and security governance. At Polish Aviation Group, he leads cybersecurity across IT and OT environments, with a focus on ISO 27000 and 22301 frameworks.
His background in managing operational teams and complex teleinformation projects gives him a holistic view of cybersecurity as both a business and industrial discipline.
Grzegorz Jasiulewicz — Head of Cybersecurity Department, Bank Gospodarstwa Krajowego
As Head of Cybersecurity at Poland’s national development bank, Grzegorz Jasiulewicz is responsible for protecting systems central to economic and public-sector financing. His role places him at the intersection of financial security, regulatory compliance, and national economic stability, making his leadership especially critical in today’s threat environment.
Piotr Borkowski — Group Chief Security Officer, EIP Group
Piotr Borkowski operates across both corporate and entrepreneurial cybersecurity leadership. As Group CSO at EIP Group, he oversees security strategy at scale, while also serving as CEO and co-founder of Cyberarms, a company focused on advancing security capabilities through innovation. This dual perspective allows him to blend enterprise governance with startup agility.
Jarosław Sordyl — Founder, CISO4U | Vice President, CISO #Poland
Jarosław Sordyl is a strategic cybersecurity executive specializing in industrial control systems and critical infrastructure. With over 20 years of experience, he has led SOCs, CERTs, and incident response teams across energy, telecom, and transportation sectors.
As founder of CISO4U, he delivers IT and OT security services globally, while his role as Vice President of CISO #Poland positions him at the heart of Poland’s cybersecurity leadership community and knowledge exchange.
Rafał Jaworski — Head of Cybersecurity, Macrobond Financial
Rafał Jaworski leads cybersecurity for a global fintech serving banks, asset managers, and government institutions. His work centers on governance, risk, and compliance, including NIS2, DORA, and ISO 27001, with an expanding focus on AI governance and responsible technology adoption.
A strong advocate for cybersecurity as a business enabler, Jaworski consistently emphasizes risk-aware decision-making as a driver of long-term organizational success.
Piotr Józefczyk — Group CISO, Raben Group
Piotr Józefczyk brings a risk-based, business-aligned approach to cybersecurity leadership. As Group CISO at Raben Group, he oversees information security across international logistics operations, balancing threat intelligence, incident response, and organizational change.
In parallel, he plays an active role within CISO #Poland as Chairman of the Advisory Board, helping connect leaders and foster collaboration across Poland’s cybersecurity ecosystem.
Why Warsaw’s CISOs Matter More Than Ever
From national infrastructure and financial systems to telecom networks and aviation hubs, Warsaw’s cybersecurity leaders operate where technical complexity meets economic and societal impact. These CISOs are not just defending systems; they’re shaping trust, resilience, and digital sovereignty. As Poland’s role in Europe’s digital economy continues to grow, these leaders will remain central to how that future is secured.