Cybersecurity has a language of its own. And while those of us working in the field may understand each other perfectly well, the rest of the world may not.

There’s a language barrier between cybersecurity and those outside the field—and getting past it requires translation.

This talk explores why cybersecurity professionals should learn to speak beyond their own circles. Because the goal is not just for others to hear what you are saying, but to understand what you mean.

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Tuomas Heikkinen

Demystifier Tuomas Heikkinen makes cybersecurity easier to understand for everyone. He has helped make cybersecurity more accessible at the EU level through various projects and through his work as a consultant.

Currently, Tuomas works at Aalto University on the Cyber Citizen project, which brings cybersecurity into everyday life. He has experience in cybersecurity communication, creating training materials, and explaining complex cybersecurity topics in a way that is understandable to people outside the cybersecurity field as well.

Tivia named Tuomas Heikkinen the Young ICT Influencer of the Year 2025.

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