European Cybersecurity Skills Conference 2026

GMV will take part in the European Cybersecurity Skills Conference 2026 on November 4 and 5 at the Radisson Beach Resort in Larnaca, Cyprus. The event is organized by the European Union Agency for Cybersecurity (ENISA) in collaboration with the Cypriot Digital Security Authority (DSA).

Under the theme “Strengthening EU’s Cybersecurity Skills for a Resilient Digital Future,” the conference will bring together representatives from EU institutions, Member States, industry, academia, and training organizations to discuss how Europe can develop and strengthen the cybersecurity workforce needed to tackle the digital challenges of today and tomorrow.

Mariano J. Benito, Cybersecurity & Privacy Ambassador at GMV, will join a panel discussion titled “Cybersecurity Workforce Needs and Trends in the Age of AI” to examine one of the most significant changes currently affecting the sector: the growing impact of artificial intelligence on cybersecurity professionals, the skills they need, and workforce requirements.

The discussion will explore how AI is reshaping cybersecurity roles and the skills organizations require, as well as the challenges involved in ensuring that Europe has a workforce equipped to harness emerging technologies and respond effectively to an ever-evolving threat landscape.

Other topics on the agenda include key European initiatives to recognize cybersecurity qualifications, the ongoing development of the European Cybersecurity Skills Framework (ECSF), and the introduction of proficiency levels. These efforts aim to foster closer cooperation among public institutions, industry players, academia, and training providers.

GMV’s participation reflects its commitment to strengthening Europe’s cybersecurity ecosystem and helping develop the skills, expertise, and specialized talent needed to build a safer, more resilient digital Europe.