Charmaine R. Valmonte is a highly accomplished cybersecurity and information security professional with over 35 years of experience in IT risk management, cybersecurity, and organizational resilience. A Board Certified Qualified Technical Expert (QTE), she currently serves as the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) for the Aboitiz Group. Charmaine leads cybersecurity initiatives across multiple business units, ensuring robust risk mitigation strategies and enhancing the organization’s cybersecurity posture. A retired Major in the U.S. Army, Charmaine brings a wealth of experience in
communications, security, and crisis management, having managed global security teams and implemented risk mitigation strategies for multinational organizations.

Throughout her career, Charmaine has earned numerous prestigious accolades, including:
● Top Global CISO by Cyber Defense Magazine (2023,2024)
● Cyber Woman of the Year by PhilSec (2023)
● ET CIO Transformative CIO Awardee (2022, 2023, 2024)
● Best CISO in Utilities by Information Security Group (ISOG) Philippines (2022)
● Top Women in Security ASEAN Region (2020, 2022)
● Top Women in Security ASEAN Region – Security Trainer & Educator (2022)

In addition to her leadership roles, Charmaine is a recognized speaker and educator in the fields of cybersecurity, data privacy, and business continuity. She holds numerous industry certifications, including CISSP, CRISC, CGEIT, CDPSE, and CPISI. Charmaine is also a published author, contributing articles on key cybersecurity practices and ethical codes
for disruptive technologies. Her dedication to improving cybersecurity practices and her extensive military and professional experience make her a leader in the field of cyber and information security.