Cyber Warriors Power List 2025: CyberArk

The Cyber Warriors Power List celebrates the most influential leaders, innovators, and disruptors in cybersecurity. These are the individuals and teams shaping the future of digital security, defending against cyber threats, and driving cutting-edge solutions in an era where resilience is paramount. From ethical hackers to policy leaders, this list recognises those making a significant impact in securing our digital world.

CyberArk – Richard Turner, President, EMEA Sales

What innovative cybersecurity solutions does the organisation offer, and how do they address the region’s unique challenges?

CyberArk specialises in identity security, helping organisations rethink their approach to cybersecurity as threats evolve. With the rise of machine identities and increasing third- and fourth-party risks, organisations face an expanding attack surface. The CyberArk Identity Security Threat Landscape report highlights that human and machine identities in the region are expected to triple within a year, while 40% of machine identities already have access to sensitive data. Additionally, 93% of organisations reported experiencing two or more identity-related breaches in the past 12 months.

Richard Turner, President, EMEA Sales, at CyberArk, stated: “As organisations scale in hybrid and cloud environments, their security posture must evolve to keep pace with the surge in identities and privileges. At CyberArk, we provide a holistic approach to identity security, ensuring that access is secure across hybrid, SaaS, and multi-cloud infrastructures.”

CyberArk’s key solutions include CORA AI, Secrets Management, and machine identity solutions from Venafi, acquired in 2024. These offerings help businesses secure identities across all environments while minimising risk exposure.

How is the firm leveraging advanced technologies to combat emerging threats such as AI-powered cyberattacks or sophisticated bugs?

CyberArk’s CORA AI, launched in 2024, harnesses AI to detect identity threats and provide real-time risk mitigation. CORA AI is embedded across CyberArk’s identity security platform, assisting in securing privileged access across hybrid and cloud environments. By analysing billions of data points, it enables organisations to act swiftly against emerging cyber threats.

According to Richard, “Threat actors are leveraging AI to scale their attacks. CORA AI was built to counteract this, giving security teams the visibility and intelligence they need to detect and respond to identity threats in real time.”

By integrating automation and machine learning, CORA AI allows security teams to strengthen access controls, reduce vulnerabilities, and make data-driven security decisions.

In what ways can cybersecurity effectively tackle challenges related to AI misuse or malicious activities online?

As AI accelerates the complexity of cyber threats, organisations must take a proactive approach to identity security. CyberArk’s research indicates that while security tools have advanced, employee behaviour remains a critical risk factor. A survey of 14,003 office workers found that workforce habits are contributing to a worsening threat environment, with employees often disregarding security best practices.

CyberArk emphasises that a strong security culture is just as important as robust security technology. Businesses must educate employees on AI-driven threats, implement stricter identity controls, and secure access points across their IT environments.

What current industry trends are shaping cybersecurity strategies, and how is CyberArk preparing for the future?

The cybersecurity landscape is evolving rapidly, with AI-driven tools such as ChatGPT, Copilot, and Gemini becoming widely integrated into daily workflows. While AI enhances productivity, it also increases the prevalence of machine identities and AI-powered attacks.

CyberArk recognises that identity security must adapt to this shift. The adoption of AI-powered security solutions, such as CORA AI, allows businesses to balance innovation with risk mitigation. Richard noted: “The widespread adoption of AI presents both opportunities and challenges. Organisations must rethink their identity security strategies to ensure they are prepared for the increasing complexity of cyber threats.”

How is the role of cybersecurity evolving in a hyperconnected digital world?

AI transformation and cloud computing continue to fuel identity-related attacks. Machine identities, often overprivileged and under-secured, have become prime targets for cybercriminals. Businesses can no longer rely on outdated security models that grant broad access to third and fourth-party providers.

To navigate this evolving threat landscape, organisations must prioritise identity security as the foundation of their cybersecurity strategy. By adopting solutions that protect human and machine identities, businesses can safeguard their operations against an increasingly sophisticated cyber threat environment.