France’s aviation and aerospace sector operates at the intersection of safety, industrial complexity, and national strategic importance. From aircraft manufacturing and defense systems to airline operations and global supply chains, cybersecurity leaders in this industry are tasked with protecting highly regulated environments, sensitive intellectual property, and mission-critical systems. The following security leaders are shaping how cybersecurity is governed, operated, and embedded across France’s aviation and aerospace ecosystem.
Cyrille Alcaraz — Global Chief Information Security Officer, Nicomatic
Cyrille Alcaraz leads global information security at Nicomatic, overseeing cybersecurity across industrial manufacturing environments supporting aerospace and defense clients. His background spans system and network administration, infrastructure modernization, and hands-on security operations, giving him a pragmatic understanding of both IT and OT risks. In his role, he focuses on securing production systems, protecting sensitive engineering data, and aligning cybersecurity practices with international compliance and customer requirements.
Laurent Guérin — Group Chief Information Security Officer, Airbus
Laurent Guérin serves as Group Chief Information Security Officer at Airbus, where he is responsible for defining and executing digital security strategy across a global organization operating in aeronautics and defense. His scope covers governance, risk management, talent development, and engagement with national authorities, while ensuring security supports large-scale digital transformation initiatives. His experience spans enterprise security architecture, international programs, and executive-level reporting in one of the world’s most complex aerospace organizations.
Jérémy Fridman — Chief Information Security Officer, Latecoere
Jérémy Fridman leads information security at Latecoere, focusing on risk governance, compliance, and the deployment of cybersecurity programs within a highly regulated industrial environment. With experience across governance, product security, and operational controls, he emphasizes a risk-based and business-aligned approach to cybersecurity. His work supports both manufacturing resilience and the protection of sensitive aerospace data across global operations.
Paul-Henry Bureau — Chief Information Security Officer, Dassault Falcon Jet
Paul-Henry Bureau is Chief Information Security Officer at Dassault Falcon Jet, where he oversees the security of information systems supporting business aviation programs. His background in infrastructure projects, cloud environments, and system coordination enables him to bridge operational IT with security governance. He plays a key role in ensuring secure modernization while maintaining reliability across critical aviation systems.
Jean-Louis Boyer — Chief Information Security Officer, Groupe Dubreuil Aero
Jean-Louis Boyer is responsible for information security within Groupe Dubreuil Aero, supporting aviation services and operational data platforms critical to flight coordination and scheduling. His work spans system security, data protection, and product development, ensuring that aviation data flows remain secure and resilient. He brings a multidisciplinary leadership style shaped by experience in high-pressure operational environments.
Arnaud Després — Group Chief Information Security Officer, Daher
Arnaud Després leads group-wide cybersecurity at Daher, overseeing security strategy across aerospace manufacturing and industrial operations. With a career that evolved from hands-on technical roles to executive leadership, he focuses on delivering practical, business-aligned security solutions. His approach emphasizes resilience, collaboration with operational teams, and continuous improvement in complex industrial ecosystems.
Pierre Farjounel — Chief Information Security Officer and Head of Future Developments, ATR
Pierre Farjounel combines cybersecurity leadership with responsibility for future development initiatives at ATR. His role spans security governance, transformation programs, and innovation-driven projects in a transnational environment. Known for a pragmatic and customer-oriented mindset, he focuses on securing evolving technologies while supporting long-term strategic growth in regional aviation.
Julien Buxeraud — Chief Information Security Officer, Air France-KLM
Julien Buxeraud is Chief Information Security Officer at Air France-KLM, where he brings over two decades of experience in security architecture, cryptography, and large-scale infrastructure environments. His work supports airline operations, digital platforms, and emerging technologies while maintaining a strong focus on risk management. He combines deep technical expertise with executive-level oversight in a global airline group.
Fabien Desmoulins — Chief Information Security Officer, Safran
Fabien Desmoulins leads information security at Safran, overseeing cybersecurity for systems supporting aerospace, defense, and industrial technologies. His background includes security engineering, group-level governance, and operational security management. In his role, he focuses on protecting critical systems, strengthening security maturity, and supporting innovation across a highly technical industrial landscape.
Securing Aviation and Aerospace Systems in France
Cybersecurity in France’s aviation and aerospace industry extends far beyond traditional IT protection. These leaders are responsible for securing engineering environments, production systems, airline operations, and global supplier networks where failures can have safety, economic, and national implications. Their work ensures that innovation, operational continuity, and regulatory compliance move forward together in one of the country’s most critical industries.