NOMINATION HIGHLIGHTS

Elizabeth Matthew is an information security and cybersecurity leader with over 11 years of experience spanning cybersecurity governance, technology risk, incident management, business analysis, compliance, and security transformation. Her career reflects a commitment to making cybersecurity practical, business-aligned, and accessible while advancing the participation and leadership of women in the technology industry.

As an Information Security Manager, Elizabeth leads initiatives that strengthen organizational security governance and resilience. Her work encompasses identity and access governance, vendor risk management, vulnerability management, secure software development practices, information security policies and standards, security awareness, and risk management. She has led and supported ISO/IEC 27001 implementations and readiness initiatives, internal audits, risk and gap assessments, and SOC 2 readiness activities, translating complex compliance requirements into actionable security improvements.

Recognizing the growing intersection between cybersecurity and artificial intelligence, Elizabeth has expanded her expertise into AI governance and ISO/IEC 42001. She advocates for responsible AI adoption that integrates security, risk management, accountability, and governance from the outset. She is also exploring AI-enabled approaches to GRC, with the goal of reducing manual complexity and helping organizations manage cybersecurity and compliance more efficiently.

Beyond her corporate leadership, Elizabeth extends her impact through V&E Solutions, where she serves as Principal Consultant, providing cybersecurity, GRC, ISO/IEC 27001, and AI governance advisory services. She also contributes to the wider cybersecurity ecosystem as Secretary of the Cloud Security Alliance Malaysia Chapter and through cybersecurity awareness and knowledge-sharing initiatives.

Her contribution is defined by the convergence of enterprise security leadership, consulting, community involvement, and emerging AI governance. As a woman building her career and leadership presence in cybersecurity, Elizabeth is committed not only to strengthening organizational resilience but also to contributing to a more collaborative, responsible, and inclusive cybersecurity industry.