Siwar El Assad
A.I. & Cybersecurity Expert
Siwar El Assad is a visionary cybersecurity leader dedicated to leveraging technology for societal impact. Currently serving as the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at Quant Health, she drives strategic cybersecurity initiatives that align with organizational goals and global regulatory standards. Simultaneously, she serves on the advisory board of a security startup, where she plays a critical role in shaping next-generation data protection solutions that balance robust security with seamless user experience. Siwar’s career is marked by a rapid ascent through high-stakes roles at renowned cybersecurity firms such as Varonis Systems and Check Point Software and Technologies. Her track record includes spearheading advanced threat response strategies, leading forensic investigations, and pioneering real-world attack simulations that enhance threat modeling and incident preparedness. What sets Siwar apart is not just her leadership—but how early she started. Her career kicked off before she even turned 18, when she landed a role at Check Point after successfully cracking a series of online cybersecurity challenges the company had labeled as nearly unsolvable. Beyond her technical accomplishments, Siwar has become a familiar voice in the media, with TV interviews in both English and Hebrew spotlighting her work in data safeguarding and cybersecurity. Multilingual and mission-driven, Siwar El Assad is committed to building a digital world where technology empowers, protects and uplifts communities across the globe.
