NETS International has announced an upcoming virtual cybersecurity session titled Beyond Firewalls: Midnight Stories From The Cyber Frontline, scheduled to take place on December 16, 2025. The session is positioned as a year end knowledge sharing forum bringing together experienced security leaders and practitioners to discuss real world cyber challenges, incident response experiences, and enterprise defense strategies shaped through frontline exposure.
The event will be held as a live webinar and is open to professionals across the technology, finance, and enterprise security landscape. According to NETS International, the session aims to provide participants with practical insight into how cybersecurity operations function beyond theoretical frameworks and technical controls. The discussion is expected to center on lived experiences from senior leaders who have managed complex security environments, responded to active threats, and contributed to shaping operational playbooks that organizations are expected to rely on in 2026. Registration for the session is currently open via the official webinar link.
The panel brings together a group of seasoned professionals representing banking, financial services, and cybersecurity consulting. Confirmed panelists include Suman Siddiqui, Chief Information Security Officer at MCB Bank, who brings extensive experience in securing large scale financial infrastructures. Joining her is Javed Jabbar, Chief Information Security Officer at U Microfinance Bank, known for his work in strengthening security posture within digital and branchless banking environments. Hamid Ali, an AI Consultant specializing in cybersecurity at NETS International, will contribute perspectives on the role of artificial intelligence in modern threat detection and response. Syed Muneer Bakht, Business Development Director and Head of Products at NETS International, will also be part of the discussion, offering insight into how security solutions are being designed and adapted to address evolving enterprise needs. Together, the panel is expected to share practical narratives that reflect the realities faced by security teams operating under constant pressure.
The session will be held on Tuesday, December 16, 2025, with multiple regional time slots to accommodate an international audience. The broadcast will begin at 11AM UK time, 2PM KSA, 3PM UAE, and 4PM Pakistan time. NETS International has described the session as an opportunity for attendees to gain a clearer understanding of how cybersecurity decisions are made behind the scenes, including how incidents are assessed, threats neutralized, and response frameworks refined. By focusing on stories from the cyber frontline, the event aims to move beyond surface level discussions and provide a deeper look into the operational mindset of security leaders.
NETS International has encouraged interested professionals to register in advance due to limited webinar capacity. The organization also shared official contact details for coordination and participation through Shumaila Shaheen at NETS International. As organizations across sectors continue to navigate an increasingly complex threat landscape, initiatives such as Beyond Firewalls reflect a growing emphasis on experience driven dialogue and peer learning within the cybersecurity ecosystem.
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