Damien Manuel

Damien Manuel is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in governance and advisory roles across various organizations. Currently serving as a Board Director for Crime Stoppers Victoria and holding multiple board positions such as Board Member for RSA Security Australia and the Oceania Cyber Security Centre, Damien also contributes to the Cooperative Research Centres Advisory Committee for Industry Innovation and Science Australia and the Financial, Audit & Risk Committee for the Australian Conservation Foundation. As a General Manager for Regulatory and Data Regulations at PEXA and an adjunct professor at Deakin University, Damien leads initiatives in cyber security research and education. Additionally, Damien has a long-standing association with CompTIA as a committee member and exam writer. With an Executive MBA from the Melbourne Business School and a diverse educational background, Damien is a prominent figure in the information security sector, having served as Chairperson of the Board for the Australian Information Security Association.