Arik Klein is a seasoned expert in secure development and strategic cyber management, bringing over 30 years of experience in senior leadership roles. His career spans from executive management of R&D groups and steering complex strategic software initiatives to shaping national cyber strategies for sensitive organizations.
Currently, Arik leads the Security by Design program at the Israel National Cyber Directorate. He is responsible for establishing national methodologies, increasing awareness, building education programs, fostering cooperation, and specifically addressing emerging risks like AI and supply chain vulnerabilities.
Leveraging his combined executive and technical background, Arik bridges the gap between engineering, regulation, and business goals, helping organizations build secure development lifecycles resilient to the modern threat landscape.