Programs
Participate in year-round gatherings with your local peer group featuring unparalleled opportunities for collaboration, in-depth discussions and networking.
CISO Communities
The most powerful CISO network
With 34 communities across the globe, serving over 3,600 CISOs, Gartner C-level Communities are powerful networks of security executives, bringing together CISOs from diverse experiences, backgrounds and industries. Through peer sharing and collaboration, CISOs from the world’s leading organizations drive innovative ideas, exchange best practices and forward-looking perspectives, and address critical issues at the forefront of security today.
Each community is organized by region and led by C-level practitioners offering members regular access to the expertise of peers.
Join your local community for exclusive access to:
CISOs in the community
Sara Andrews
Experian
Global CISO
James Beeson
Pfizer
Global CISO
Derek Benz
The Coca-Cola Company
SVP & CISO
Tim Callahan
Aflac
SVP, CIO & Global CISO
Allan Cockriel
ASML
Group Chief Information & Data Officer
Helen Rabe
BBC
CISO
Ashish Shrestha
Jaguar Land Rover
Group CISO
Morgan Storey
Sonic Healthcare
CISO
Kylie Watson
SMBC Group
CISO
Join your peers to discuss the most critical issues impacting CISOs today.
Strengthening Security Posture Amid Evolving and Unpredictable Threats
Focusing Cyber Resilience for Critical Operations
Balancing GenAI Innovation with Practical Governance
Programs
In-Person
Executive Summit
Gain new connections and actionable insights from C-level peers at this one-day program.
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View what to expect.
What to expect at an Executive Summit:
- Keynotes from practitioners and thought leaders
- Peer-led, interactive discussions
- Networking in one-on-one Peer-to-Peer Meetings
- In-person program in your area
In-Person
Inner Circle
Connect with other CISOs and discuss timely topics over dinner in a private setting.
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View what to expect.
What to expect at an Inner Circle:
- Facilitated discussions on key topics
- Networking over dinner and drinks
- Peer-led, in-person program in an evening
Virtual
Town Hall
Participate in an interactive, peer-led discussion on current priorities for CISOs.
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View what to expect.
What to expect at a Town Hall:
- Informal, breakout group discussion
- Share insights and learn from peers
- One-hour, virtual discussion
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Already a Member? Sign InGartner facilitates exclusive, C-level communities by personally qualifying and understanding the priorities, challenges and interests of each member.
Our selective approach maintains the high quality of the network and ensures top-level discussions with peers from the world’s leading organizations.
Each application will be reviewed, and once your membership is confirmed, you will have access to year-round community programs.
Explore insights from your CISO peers
Blog | December 9, 2025
Blog | December 9, 2025
Three Key Themes for CISOs in 2026
As we approach 2026, CISOs continue to navigate an era of unprecedented complexity and risk. To address these challenges, security leaders across Gartner CISO Communities will get together throughout the year to connect and collaborate with their peers. From our conversations with members, here are 3 focus areas for CISOs in 2026.
View PostLeadership Profile | August 20, 2025
Leadership Profile | August 20, 2025
How Investigative Skills Inform One CISO’s Approach to Cybersecurity
Rick Orloff, CISO of Pure Storage, began his career as a licensed private investigator, operating his own firm and working with high-tech companies in Silicon Valley, including Oracle. How did he progress from private investigator to CISO? Orloff shares key moments from his career journey, his top cybersecurity priorities this year, and advice for those new to the CISO role.
Read ArticleSurvey Report | July 8, 2025
Survey Report | July 8, 2025
Top 3 Priorities for CISOs in 2025
In 2025, CISOs are navigating a dynamic cybersecurity landscape, where operational resilience has emerged as the strategic focus. Here, we take a closer look at security leaders’ primary goals and challenges for the year, based on our Leadership Perspective Survey of 1,700 CISOs across Gartner C-level Communities.
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