Daniel Zaman

CISO
Holt Renfrew

Daniel Zaman is a technology leader with over 2 decades of experience building cybersecurity programs within Organizations from the ground up. He designs secure-by-default, Zero Trust architectures, uplifts SOC capabilities, and establishes resilient DR/BCP—each governed by clear metrics and business outcomes. Known for translating complex risk into board-ready narratives, he integrates data protection, incident-response readiness, and operational resilience into scalable operating models. Daniel has led high-impact migrations and enterprise transformations, pairing disciplined engineering with pragmatic change management. His leadership includes roles at Holt Renfrew, Staples, Longo’s, and Magna, and he contributes to the profession through CISO community chapters and nonprofit board service supporting education in developing countries and Canadian charities. His north star is practical security that accelerates the business—fewer blind spots, faster recovery, and a culture empowered to verify.