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Luciano Santos
Global Cyber Security Leader
Embraer
Speaker Topics
- Personal Effectiveness
- Security Talent and Skills Management
Speaker Bio
Cybersecurity leader with experience across IT and Information Security, protecting complex, highly regulated global environments in the aerospace and defense industry.
Career developed at the intersection of technology, business priorities, and enterprise risk, with close collaboration with aviation cybersecurity and aircraft safety teams to enable secure, compliant, and resilient operations.
Experience in cybersecurity governance, risk management, and large-scale security transformations, including M&A integrations and carve-out initiatives. Proven track record working with global teams, strengthening cyber posture and enabling secure business growth.
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Career developed at the intersection of technology, business priorities, and enterprise risk, with close collaboration with aviation cybersecurity and aircraft safety teams to enable secure, compliant, and resilient operations.
Experience in cybersecurity governance, risk management, and large-scale security transformations, including M&A integrations and carve-out initiatives. Proven track record working with global teams, strengthening cyber posture and enabling secure business growth.
Session
Wednesday, 05 August, 2026 03:45 PM - 04:15 PM BRT
Executive Story Embraer: Cybersecurity as a Business Enabler – The Zero Trust Journey
Luciano Santos,
Global Cyber Security Leader, Embraer
This executive story presents how Embraer transformed its cybersecurity area from an operational obstacle to a true strategic business partner by adopting the Zero Trust model. Facing increased technological complexity, cloud migration, and strict regulatory requirements in the aerospace sector, the company replaced the traditional perimeter and VPN-based model with an innovative approach focused on identity, context, and continuous verification. The initiative resulted in the complete elimination of VPN dependency, an 80% reduction in operational risks, accelerated compliance, and a significant improvement in user experience, enabling secure access from anywhere. By integrating technology, processes, and culture, the organization strengthened trust between business areas, raised security maturity, and demonstrated how cybersecurity can drive innovation and growth.
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