Key issues such as cybersecurity requirements and data privacy obligations should be discussed with clients before we embark on large-scale transformation programs.

Rebecca Hughes

EY Ireland Cybersecurity Director, Data Security & Privacy Leader

Data Protection leader. Privacy Advocate. Trusted Advisor. Mentor.

Rebecca is the Director and Country Leader for Data Security and Privacy in EY Cybersecurity Consulting.  As a privacy advocate she enjoys supporting clients improve their security posture to deliver better data protection.

Prior to this as Head of Data Protection at a Retail Bank, Rebecca was tasked with designing and delivering a bank-wide risk management and assurance framework for data protection. 

Rebecca has over 20 years of diversified experience, including delivering cyber security services to clients in a range of industries like financial services and healthcare.  She has delivered Board training, presentations, and cyber crisis simulation exercises.

Rebecca has a BSc in Computer Forensics & Security from Southeast Technological University, and a BA(Hons) in European Business Studies with German from University of Ulster.  Rebecca is an IAPP Certified Information Privacy Professional / Europe and Certified Information Privacy Manager.

How Rebecca is building a better working world

”Protecting the personal data of individuals from criminals is becoming ever more important in this transformative age for technology and innovation.

I am a strong advocate for women in technology and take steps to address gender balance at EY Cybersecurity and beyond.

I care deeply about supporting people’s development, so they can reach their full potential. As a lifelong learner, I am committed to creating a working world where everyone feels like they can contribute and can learn from each other.”

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