Maryam
Shoraka
Head of OT Cybersecurity Operations at NSW Government
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Maryam Shoraka Bio (LinkedIn)
Maryam Shoraka is a cybersecurity leader, keynote speaker, and advocate with deep expertise across both IT and OT security. Known for her honesty and lived experience, she cuts through the noise to address the real-world challenges of operational technology, supply chain cyber risk, and cyber threat intelligence.In 2025, Maryam was honoured as the ASWN Converged Security Resilience Champion, recognising her leadership in converging IT and OT security to build resilience that goes beyond compliance. She has taken the stage at major industry events, including CISO Melbourne, where her neuroscience-inspired keynote “Build It Like a Brain: Take Control of Supply Chain Cyber Risk in OT” challenged conventional thinking and gave leaders practical strategies to strengthen supply chain security.
Beyond speaking, Maryam is a committed mentor and community advocate. Over the past year, she has supported career changers and newcomers into the industry, sharing the untold truths of cybersecurity—the lessons no certification teaches. Her articles and thought leadership have reached thousands globally, sparking conversations on authenticity, diversity, and culture in tech.
Maryam believes cybersecurity leadership is not about titles but about creating space for others to rise. She continues to champion a more human, resilient, and inclusive future for the cybersecurity profession.
