Mexico’s cybersecurity landscape is evolving fast as banks, manufacturers, retailers and fintech firms expand their digital operations. The leaders below stand out for their work in security strategy, risk management and resilience during a period of constant change.
Luis Enrique Martínez Solís CISO, BBVA México
Martínez Solís has led security at one of Mexico’s largest banks for more than a decade. His work focuses on fraud prevention, data protection and financial infrastructure. He also guides BBVA’s response to emerging AI-driven risks.
Óscar Chombo CISO, Scotiabank México
Chombo works to position security as a driver of business operations. He focuses on securing financial systems and third-party partnerships as Mexico’s role in near-shoring grows.
Erick Sánchez Olivares CISO, Cinépolis
Sánchez leads cybersecurity in a global entertainment brand with high consumer traffic. His work strengthens partner resilience and retail operations that depend on secure digital systems.
Carlos Andrés Bravo CISO, SPIN
Bravo brings experience from Gentera and now leads security at SPIN. He focuses on secure digital payments, fraud prevention and risk governance in high-speed fintech environments.
Francisco Sevilla CISO, Hino México
Sevilla drives security in a major automotive and logistics network. His responsibilities include OT security, industrial systems and supply-chain risk across manufacturing operations.
Michel Hernández CISO and Head of Data Center Infrastructure, Grupo PINSA
Hernández oversees cybersecurity and infrastructure. His work spans IT and OT systems which places him at the center of hybrid security challenges in Mexico’s manufacturing sector.
Sergio Fidalgo Global Head of Cybersecurity and Data Security, BBVA
Fidalgo sets global security standards that impact BBVA México. His leadership includes anti-fraud systems, data protection and operational security.
Cesar Garza Cybersecurity Director / CISO
Garza has more than two decades of experience in cybersecurity and enterprise risk. He continues to influence national best practices and guides complex security programs.
Eduardo Espinosa CISO, Grupo Chedraui
Espinosa secures one of Mexico’s largest retail chains. His work covers payment systems, store technology and customer data protection which are frequent targets of cyberattacks.
José Luis Castañeda CISO, Axtel
Castañeda leads cybersecurity for a major telecom and ICT provider. His focus includes network security, managed services and cloud defense for both the company and its enterprise clients.
The CISOs leading Mexico’s cybersecurity efforts face constant pressure from advanced threats and complex digital operations. Their work shapes how organizations protect data, strengthen trust and respond to risk. As Mexico expands its digital economy and global role, these leaders will guide the country’s progress toward stronger and more resilient security.