History

The Channel Islands Information Security was founded in Jersey in 2013. A small number of cyber security and data protection professionals soon became a group of 300+.

Today, the work of the CIISF includes:

  • A headline annual Channel Islands Cyber security Conference in Jersey

  • Additional educational and social events in Jersey and Guernsey

  • Supporting professional development

  • Running training classes

  • Providing volunteering opportunities

  • Support for the Charitable Skills Pool

  • Support for the Islands Data Governance Forum

Chairs of the CIISF

  • Dave Carney (2024 -

  • David Cartwright (2022 - 2024)

  • Arthur Mainja (2007 - 2022)

  • Matt Palmer (2003 - 2007)

Constitution

The Channel Islands Information Security Forum is a not for profit unincorporated association registered with the Jersey Financial Services Authority. Membership is free and open to all, and the forum is primarily funded through corporate sponsorship of events.

Hear from local residents and event attendees about the work of the Channel Islands Information Security Forum