Tony Burton

Tony Burton, Managing Director of Cyber Security & Trust at Thales UK, shares his expertise on the pressing challenges in cybersecurity for critical national infrastructure. He discusses the alarming rise in ransomware attacks and insider threats that endanger smart grids and essential utilities. Burton emphasizes the necessity for multi-layered defenses and proactive threat detection to safeguard against these evolving risks. The conversation also touches on the important role of mentorship in career growth within the cybersecurity field.