Peter Gregory is a respected security leader, Virtual CISO, and long-time strategic advisor to CISOs, CSOs, CIOs, boardrooms, and senior executives across security, technology, risk, and business functions. With deep, real-world experience spanning SaaS, retail, telecommunications, consulting, advertising, non-profit, regulated gaming, manufacturing, healthcare, and local government, Peter brings a pragmatic, business-aligned perspective to cybersecurity and risk leadership.
A dedicated servant leader, Peter is known for leading by equipping others—helping individuals and organizations learn, grow, and succeed in increasingly complex digital environments. His advisory work bridges strategy and execution, translating security, privacy, and AI risk into clear, actionable guidance that supports business outcomes.
Peter is also a prolific author and educator, having published more than sixty books and training courses on information security, privacy, and artificial intelligence, with editions available in multiple languages. His insights have been featured in interviews and articles across magazines and newspapers, and he has served as adjunct university faculty emeritus, shaping the next generation of security and technology professionals.
A frequent conference and event speaker, business advisor, and mentor, Peter combines decades of hands-on leadership with a storyteller’s perspective—bringing lessons from the field to life in ways that resonate with both technical and executive audiences. His extensive professional certifications reflect a lifelong commitment to mastery, ethics, and continuous learning.
Guided by the principle that he serves an “audience of One,” Peter approaches every engagement with purpose, integrity, and care—believing that everything we do professionally and personally matters. As a speaker, he delivers thoughtful, experience-driven insight that challenges assumptions, sharpens judgment, and elevates leadership in security and beyond.
