Right now, we’re in an AI race that is reshaping enterprise security and raising critical questions about what AI means for protecting data. Heather Ceylan, CISO at Box, can discuss how AI is an essential part of enhancing protection within organizations. To stay ahead of emerging risks, Box is leveraging AI Agents as essential tools to strengthen defenses. Box embeds security into every workflow, ensuring organizations, including those in highly regulated industries, can confidently embrace AI while safeguarding their data.
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Heather Ceylan is the Chief Information Security Officer at Box, where she leads the global information security program and strategy. With over 15 years of experience, she has built and led high-performing security teams across technology, healthcare, and financial services—industries with some of the most rigorous regulatory environments. Prior to Box, she served as Deputy CISO at Zoom, where she helped scale the company’s security posture during a period of rapid global growth. She also held previous roles as the VP of Security, Privacy, and Compliance at Collective Health and a Director in PwC’s cybersecurity practice where she advised Fortune 500 companies on complex security and privacy programs. Recognized as the 2024 Women in Cybersecurity Leader of the Year, Heather is known for her pragmatic approach to building security programs that enable innovation while safeguarding trust.









