Vishal Amin

When Vishal Amin takes the stage, audiences hear from a battlefield-hardened strategist and global security leader whose personal data was hacked—landing him on an ISIS kill list, forcing him out of the military, and fueling a gripping, high-stakes masterclass in resilience, risk, leadership, and real-world cyber defense.

As an Executive Leader within Cloud Computing, Cybersecurity and National Security at Microsoft - one of the world’s largest cybersecurity companies, and founder of the Spades Institute, Vishal's journey is anything but ordinary. A former F-18 fighter pilot and U.S. Marine Corps Special Operations Officer, his military career took a dramatic turn in 2014 when his personal identifiable information was compromised in a classified data breach. The exposure led to his inclusion on an ISIS kill list, necessitating immediate protective measures and forcing him to leave active service. This life-altering event marked his transition from the front lines of kinetic warfare to the front lines of digital defense. 

That crucible moment launched a new mission—one grounded in defending not only national security but corporate resilience. Today, Vishal is one of the most sought-after voices in cybersecurity, advising top federal agencies, Fortune 100 companies, and global institutions on AI-driven security, compliance, and threat mitigation. His leadership has helped reshape Microsoft’s federal and enterprise security strategies, driving innovation and trust at scale. But beyond the boardroom, Vishal delivers something rare: authenticity, gravitas, and real-world urgency. His keynotes are more than talks—they’re strategic briefings, infused with hard-earned wisdom, gripping storytelling, and leadership lessons forged in the crosshairs of global conflict. When Vishal speaks, the room leans in—because he’s lived the threat, led through the storm, and emerged with a blueprint for resilience in a world where cyber is the new battlefield.