Dr. Jessica Barker

Dr. Jessica Barker

Keynote Speaker: Cybersecurity Authority; Human Aspects of Digital Security Expert; Co-Founder & Co-CEO of Cygenta; Author of "Confident Cyber Security"; Chair of ClubCISO

Dr. Jessica Barker Biography

Dr. Jessica Barker MBE is an authority in cybersecurity, known for her expertise in the human aspects of digital security. As co-founder and co-CEO of Cygenta, Barker has contributed to advancing cybersecurity awareness, behavior, and culture across organizations globally. Her influence is reflected in her recognition as one of the top 20 most influential women in UK cybersecurity and her role as chair of ClubCISO. Barker’s consultancy work spans industries including finance and law, and she serves as an advisor on boards such as the UK Government Cyber Security Advisory Board.

Barker is the author of books including "Confident Cyber Security" and "Hacked," which explain complex cyber threats and provide guidance for individuals and businesses to enhance their digital security. Her writing addresses the psychology and sociology of cybercrime, social engineering, and effective communication of security messages.

As an international keynote speaker, Barker has delivered more than 80 presentations at major events such as NATO, RSA, and the World Government Summit. Her presentations have reached audiences in over 25 countries. Barker is frequently featured as a cybersecurity expert in media outlets including BBC, Sky News, and Wired. She was awarded an MBE for services to cybersecurity, recognizing her contributions to public understanding and resilience in the digital landscape.

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Dr. Jessica Barker Speaking Topics

Human and Artificial Intelligence: Social Engineering Now and Next

Social engineering is involved in most 'hacks', with phishing the number one threat to organizations. In this keynote, Dr Jessica Barker explores the psychology, neuroscience and sociology of scams.

Combining this with an overview of the technological advances of recent years, this session uncovers how cyber criminals are leveraging AI to make their attacks more advanced and effective. Packed with case studies and demonstrations of how attackers are using AI in cyber crime, this powerful keynote leaves a lasting impression.

Exploring the role of AI in cyber crime now and looking ahead to the future, this jargon-free overview empowers everyone with an understanding of the technology that is dominating the headlines.

The Human Nature of Cyber Security

Cyber security is so often discussed in deeply technical terms. While technology is at the heart of cyber security, so is human awareness, behaviour and culture.

In this session, Dr Jessica Barker highlights how human bias makes us all susceptible to online manipulation and how we can practically apply psychology, sociology, and neuroscience to understand how cyber criminals operate. These insights are especially paramount with the growth of AI, as Jessica demonstrates.

Audiences this session looking at cyber security in a different light, empowered with an understanding of how to unlock the human element of this field.

Hacked: The Secrets Behind Cyber Attacks

This keynote draws on Jessica's bestselling book "Hacked: The Secrets Behind Cyber Attacks," published in 2024.

In this session, Jessica delves into some of the most eye-opening, jaw-dropping and action-orientated case studies from Hacked. This storytelling gets people to sit up in their seats and take a fresh look at cyber security.

She delivers all of this with humour, positivity and jargon-free key takeaways for everyone to apply.

From ransomware to romance fraud, malware to money muling - this session will leave attendees up-to-date and inspired to practice positive cyber security behaviours.

Why Culture is Key to Cyber Security

Cyber security culture eats breaches for breakfast. In this session, Dr. Jessica Barker explains what this really means: what actually is security culture and why is it so important?

Jessica makes cyber security culture real: it is not something intangible but rather something that we can define, understand, measure and influence. She explains why it is the foundation to an organisation's security posture.

Participants leave this session with a greater understanding not only of what culture is, but also how they can play a part in building a positive security culture. Jessica shares practical advice to help everyone stay safe online at home as well as at work.

Cyber security and the Psychology of Fear

For too long, the cyber security industry has attempted to use fear, uncertainty and doubt to influence people and their behaviour.

This engaging keynote draws on extensive research into the sociology and psychology of fear, as well as real-world case studies. Dr Jessica Barker explains why we can't simply scare people into security, but how we can harness human bias to have a more positive impact on cyber security awareness, behaviour and culture.

Jessica presented a version of this talk as her highly-rated keynote at RSA Conference 2020 in San Francisco.

Dr. Jessica Barker Videos

Panel on Security Culture Programs | Dr Jessica Barker
Podcast on Influencing Security Behavior | Dr Jessica Barker
Interview on Cybersecurity Careers | Dr Jessica Barker

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Speaking fees for Dr. Jessica Barker, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Dr. Jessica Barker are $20,000 - $30,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Dr. Jessica Barker, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.

What topics does Dr. Jessica Barker speak about?

Dr. Jessica Barker is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Cybersecurity, Women in Tech, Technology, Bestselling Authors, Author, Innovation, Women in Business, Social Sciences, Artificial Intelligence, Futurism, Human Resources, Corporate Culture, Security & Defense, Influential Women, Executive Leadership, Thought Leadership and Disruptive Thinking.

Where does Dr. Jessica Barker travel from?

Dr. Jessica Barker generally travels from Las Vegas, NV, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Dr. Jessica Barker?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Dr. Jessica Barker for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Dr. Jessica Barker for your next private or corporate function.

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Dr. Jessica Barker is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Cybersecurity, Women in Tech and Technology. The estimated speaking fee range to book Dr. Jessica Barker for live events is $20,000 - $30,000, and for virtual events $10,000 - $20,000. Dr. Jessica Barker generally travels from Las Vegas, NV, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Nicole Perlroth, Rachel Wilson and Scott Augenbaum. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Dr. Jessica Barker for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 18/09/2025.

Dr. Jessica Barker Speaking Topics

  • Human and Artificial Intelligence: Social Engineering Now and Next

    Social engineering is involved in most 'hacks', with phishing the number one threat to organizations. In this keynote, Dr Jessica Barker explores the psychology, neuroscience and sociology of scams.

    Combining this with an overview of the technological advances of recent years, this session uncovers how cyber criminals are leveraging AI to make their attacks more advanced and effective. Packed with case studies and demonstrations of how attackers are using AI in cyber crime, this powerful keynote leaves a lasting impression.

    Exploring the role of AI in cyber crime now and looking ahead to the future, this jargon-free overview empowers everyone with an understanding of the technology that is dominating the headlines.

  • The Human Nature of Cyber Security

    Cyber security is so often discussed in deeply technical terms. While technology is at the heart of cyber security, so is human awareness, behaviour and culture.

    In this session, Dr Jessica Barker highlights how human bias makes us all susceptible to online manipulation and how we can practically apply psychology, sociology, and neuroscience to understand how cyber criminals operate. These insights are especially paramount with the growth of AI, as Jessica demonstrates.

    Audiences this session looking at cyber security in a different light, empowered with an understanding of how to unlock the human element of this field.

  • Hacked: The Secrets Behind Cyber Attacks

    This keynote draws on Jessica's bestselling book "Hacked: The Secrets Behind Cyber Attacks," published in 2024.

    In this session, Jessica delves into some of the most eye-opening, jaw-dropping and action-orientated case studies from Hacked. This storytelling gets people to sit up in their seats and take a fresh look at cyber security.

    She delivers all of this with humour, positivity and jargon-free key takeaways for everyone to apply.

    From ransomware to romance fraud, malware to money muling - this session will leave attendees up-to-date and inspired to practice positive cyber security behaviours.

  • Why Culture is Key to Cyber Security

    Cyber security culture eats breaches for breakfast. In this session, Dr. Jessica Barker explains what this really means: what actually is security culture and why is it so important?

    Jessica makes cyber security culture real: it is not something intangible but rather something that we can define, understand, measure and influence. She explains why it is the foundation to an organisation's security posture.

    Participants leave this session with a greater understanding not only of what culture is, but also how they can play a part in building a positive security culture. Jessica shares practical advice to help everyone stay safe online at home as well as at work.

  • Cyber security and the Psychology of Fear

    For too long, the cyber security industry has attempted to use fear, uncertainty and doubt to influence people and their behaviour.

    This engaging keynote draws on extensive research into the sociology and psychology of fear, as well as real-world case studies. Dr Jessica Barker explains why we can't simply scare people into security, but how we can harness human bias to have a more positive impact on cyber security awareness, behaviour and culture.

    Jessica presented a version of this talk as her highly-rated keynote at RSA Conference 2020 in San Francisco.

Dr. Jessica Barker Videos

Panel on Security Culture Programs | Dr Jessica Barker
Podcast on Influencing Security Behavior | Dr Jessica Barker
Interview on Cybersecurity Careers | Dr Jessica Barker
Dr Jessica Barker MBE Showreel 2024
  • How do I book Dr. Jessica Barker to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Dr. Jessica Barker for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Dr. Jessica Barker, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Dr. Jessica Barker or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Dr. Jessica Barker for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Dr. Jessica Barker, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Dr. Jessica Barker are $20,000 - $30,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Dr. Jessica Barker, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Dr. Jessica Barker speak about?

  • Where does Dr. Jessica Barker travel from?

    Dr. Jessica Barker generally travels from Las Vegas, NV, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Dr. Jessica Barker?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Dr. Jessica Barker for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Dr. Jessica Barker for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Dr. Jessica Barker or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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