James Tucker is Head of CISOs in Residence for EMEA at Zscaler, specializing in cybersecurity outcomes and organizational transformation. With 18 years in the industry and 6+ years at Zscaler, James combines deep technical expertise with a background in defense, focusing on translating complex security challenges into actionable strategies and results. James is a frequent speaker at industry events and contributes regularly to cybersecurity thought leadership, focusing on Zero Trust architecture, AI governance, and emerging regulatory frameworks including NIS2 and DORA.

Areas of expertise include: Zero Trust, AI, governance and security strategy, Security outcomes, EU Regulatory compliance (NIS2, DORA, GDPR), Defense, and critical infrastructure security