CIOREVIEW >> CXO Awards >> Top 10 CISOs in Latin America - 2026

CIOReview proudly presents the Top 10 CISOs in Latin America - 2026, visionary technology leaders who are driving enterprise transformation through innovation, agility, and strategic foresight. These CIOs are redefining the role of IT in the modern enterprise—leveraging emerging technologies, enhancing cybersecurity, and aligning tech strategy with core business objectives. With a deep commitment to digital excellence and operational efficiency, they are not only enabling growth and resilience but also shaping the future of technology leadership across industries. .

Top 10 CISOs in Latin America - 2026

Top 10 CISOs in Latin America - 2026

Founder and CISO, CULTSEC and CISO (as a service), Zatlas

Céu Frank Serikawa Balzano is a cybersecurity governance and GRC leader known for his work in security culture, compliance and human risk management across Latin America.

Chief Information Security Officer, Bluerity

Omar Cruz brings more than 12 years of cybersecurity experience across Latin America and Europe, with expertise in cybersecurity strategy, risk management, governance and security transformation. Throughout his career, he has helped organizations strengthen their security maturity while aligning cybersecurity initiatives with business objectives.

Chief Information Security Officer, M. Dias Branco.

Marcio Maciel is Chief Information Security Officer at M. Dias Branco. With more than two decades of IT experience, including over 14 years dedicated to cybersecurity, he specializes in cyber resilience, security governance, risk management and enterprise security strategy. Maciel is known for advancing security culture, strengthening organizational resilience and aligning cybersecurity initiatives with business objectives.

Chief Information Security Officer, Neoenergia

Paulo Lamellas is Chief Information Security Officer at Neoenergia, where he leads cybersecurity strategy for critical energy infrastructure, focusing on cyber resilience, operational continuity and regulatory compliance. He brings more than three decades of experience in technology, cybersecurity, risk management and compliance. He specializes in information security governance, identity management, ISO 27001, data protection and operational technology security.

Chief Information Security Officer, Cemex

Ramiro De la Rosa is Chief Information Security Officer at CEMEX with more than 30 years of experience in information technology, digital transformation and enterprise security. An accomplished IT and cybersecurity executive, he has built a long-standing career leading global technology initiatives, driving innovation and strengthening cybersecurity capabilities while aligning technology strategy with business objectives.

Chief Information Security Officer, Gentera

Israel Gutierrez is Chief Information Security Officer at Gentera, bringing extensive expertise in cybersecurity, technology strategy and risk management. He had previously served as CTO and board advisor at leading multinational security initiatives across the banking and telecommunications sector. His career spans security consulting, SIEM implementation, network security and digital transformation.

Chief Information Security Officer, Grupo Casas Bahia,

Adriano Guarato is Chief Information Security Officer at Grupo Casas Bahia, where he leads digital security initiatives focused on protecting business operations, customer data and enterprise assets. He has extensive experience in information security, cloud security, identity management, incident response and cyber resilience, and is recognized for building high-performing security teams and aligning cybersecurity strategy with business growth.

Chief Information Security Officer, Natura

¬ Ticiano Benetti is Chief Information Security Officer at Natura. He brings more than two decades of experience in information security and cyber risk management. Benetti has led multicultural cybersecurity teams across Brazil and Europe, specializing in security governance, ISO 27001 and NIST frameworks, third-party risk management and cyber resilience.

Chief Information Security Officer, Grupo SBF

Marcos Henrique is Chief Information Security Officer at Grupo SBF, specializing in offensive and defensive security, security governance and risk management. He has experience leading information security, cyber resilience and digital transformation initiatives. A recognized thought leader, he is also an active contributor to the cybersecurity community through his research, publications, training and industry speaking engagements.

Chief Information Security Officer, Nemak

Edwin Macias is Chief Information Security Officer at Nemak, leading the company’s digitalization strategy and global infrastructure services. A seasoned professional with extensive experience in IT and project management, Macias has held various managerial positions at different companies focusing on IT integration, application development, digitalization strategies and global infrastructure services.