Cybersecurity Series E24: How AI Is Changing Cybersecurity with Allianz Global Investors’ Simon Collins
Cybersecurity Podcast, Podcast | June 29 2026 | Mark Kelly
Welcome to episode 24 in our Cybersecurity Series of the Alldus Podcast, the show where we explore the latest trends, insights and strategies within Cybersecurity to help safeguard the digital world.
Powered by Alldus International, our goal is to share with you the insights of Cybersecurity industry experts to share their invaluable perspectives on emerging threats, innovative defenses and the evolving landscape of cybersecurity.
Today’s guest is Simon Collins, Managing Director, Head of Security & Resilience (CISO) at Allianz Global Investors. Founded in 1998, Allianz Global Investors is a leading active investment manager. As part of the Allianz Group, the firm provides investment solutions across equities, fixed income, multi-asset and private markets for institutional and retail clients worldwide. Through research-driven strategies, a commitment to sustainability and global expertise, they helps clients achieve their long-term investment objectives.
Simon is an experienced cybersecurity and operational resilience leader with more than 25 years in IT, specializing in information security, cybercrime investigation, fraud prevention, and cyber resilience. He has worked with organizations, boards and regulators to strengthen security frameworks and drive industry standards. Passionate about collaboration and knowledge-sharing, Simon regularly engages with cross-industry groups and conferences to promote best practices in cybersecurity and resilience.
In the episode, Simon discusses:
His journey from IT support to cybersecurity resilience leadership
Bridging technical cybersecurity risks with clear business storytelling
Why AI cyber threats demand adaptation, not panic or restart
How AI accelerates vulnerability exploitation, increasing cyberattack speed and scale
A demand for faster patching and stronger cyber hygiene in the AI era
How AI adoption is accelerating a real-time cyber arms race
Why AI resilience risks are overlooked amid rapid adoption pressure
The need to reshape resilient teams with AI literacy and gradual adoption
To find out more about all the great work happening at Allianz Global Investors, check out the website www.allianzgi.com and follow them on LinkedIn. You can also connect with Simon directly on LinkedIn.
If you’re interested in exploring our latest Cybersecurity jobs, check out our live vacancies or upload your resume today to keep up to date with all the latest opportunities.
Subscribe to The Alldus Podcast:
Welcome to episode 24 in our Cybersecurity Series of the Alldus Podcast, the show where we explore the latest trends, insights and strategies within Cybersecurity to help safeguard the digital world.
Powered by Alldus International, our goal is to share with you the insights of Cybersecurity industry experts to share their invaluable perspectives on emerging threats, innovative defenses and the evolving landscape of cybersecurity.
Today’s guest is Simon Collins, Managing Director, Head of Security & Resilience (CISO) at Allianz Global Investors. Founded in 1998, Allianz Global Investors is a leading active investment manager. As part of the Allianz Group, the firm provides investment solutions across equities, fixed income, multi-asset and private markets for institutional and retail clients worldwide. Through research-driven strategies, a commitment to sustainability and global expertise, they helps clients achieve their long-term investment objectives.
Simon is an experienced cybersecurity and operational resilience leader with more than 25 years in IT, specializing in information security, cybercrime investigation, fraud prevention, and cyber resilience. He has worked with organizations, boards and regulators to strengthen security frameworks and drive industry standards. Passionate about collaboration and knowledge-sharing, Simon regularly engages with cross-industry groups and conferences to promote best practices in cybersecurity and resilience.
In the episode, Simon discusses:
His journey from IT support to cybersecurity resilience leadership
Bridging technical cybersecurity risks with clear business storytelling
Why AI cyber threats demand adaptation, not panic or restart
How AI accelerates vulnerability exploitation, increasing cyberattack speed and scale
A demand for faster patching and stronger cyber hygiene in the AI era
How AI adoption is accelerating a real-time cyber arms race
Why AI resilience risks are overlooked amid rapid adoption pressure
The need to reshape resilient teams with AI literacy and gradual adoption
To find out more about all the great work happening at Allianz Global Investors, check out the website www.allianzgi.com and follow them on LinkedIn. You can also connect with Simon directly on LinkedIn.
If you’re interested in exploring our latest Cybersecurity jobs, check out our live vacancies or upload your resume today to keep up to date with all the latest opportunities.
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