Most Influential Women in Cybersecurity Driving AI Governance & Digital Resilience to Watch in 2026
Crystal Chatam is a cybersecurity executive whose leadership brings together responsible AI governance, enterprise security, and digital resilience.

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Crystal Chatam
Cybersecurity Executive | AI Governance Leader | IT, OT & Product Security Strategist | Incident Response & Digital Resilience Expert | 2026 HoustonCISO ORBIE Finalist
In an increasingly connected world, cybersecurity leadership is no longer defined simply by the strength of a security toolset. For Crystal Chatam, serving as VP of Cybersecurity and leading the security function for a global satellite and connectivity enterprise operating in more than 140 countries has reinforced a more fundamental principle: a security program is only as strong as its operating model.
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