Speaker - Mr Florian Schütz

Mr Florian Schütz

Director
National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC)
Switzerland

Biography

As Director of the National Cyber Security Centre, Florian Schütz is responsible for coordinating the implementation of the Swiss cyberstrategy (NCS) and managing the Federal Office. He further acts as the contact person for the cantons, the economy, scientific communities and the population.

Florian Schütz holds a Master’s degree in Computer Science and a Master of Advanced Studies in Security Policy and Crisis Management from the ETH Zurich. He has over ten years of experience in the field of cybersecurity.

Since January 1, 2022, Florian Schütz has also chaired the OECD Working Party on Digital Security (WPDS). This enables Switzerland to make a significant contribution to increasing security in the global digital space. In addition, international engagement is another important pillar in the implementation of the NCS.