Heimir Fannar Gunnlaugsson, Chief Executive Officer at Nanitor, shared insights with Tahawultech.com on evolving cybersecurity needs, the role of AI, and strategic partnerships during his participation at GISEC Global 2025.
Nanitor is a cyber security technology company securing your internal IT specialising in exposure management, continued to make its presence felt at GISEC Global. Heimir Fannar Gunnlaugsson, CEO of Nanitor, discussed the company’s ongoing mission to simplify risk visibility, his views on the evolving cybersecurity landscape, and why partnerships and talent development are crucial to meeting tomorrow’s challenges.
What did Nanitor showcase at GISEC Global 2025?
Nanitor is here primarily to support our partners, engage with our distributors, and connect with customers. Our platform focuses on internal IT security, particularly in the area of Threat Exposure Management. We detect and evaluate a wide range of internal security threats, giving our clients a simplified view through our Dimond Vision of their risk posture. This differentiates us in the market and helps organisations act more decisively.
How was your experience been at GISEC this year compared to previous editions?
GISEC continues to be a dynamic and engaging platform. The footfall, energy, and discussions have been impressive. What stood out this year is the heightened interest in AI—although many are still figuring out what it truly means for their businesses. There’s a mix of curiosity and caution, and amid the excitement, the focus must remain on securing the fundamental IT infrastructure.
What role will emerging technologies play in shaping exposure management?
Technology is evolving rapidly in this field. Advanced methods to expose weaknesses and deep analytics are now integral. At Nanitor, we are offering deeper insights than ever before. AI will certainly become a core part of this journey, bringing with it speed and predictive capabilities. I also foresee extensive collaboration across technology domains—asset discovery, threat detection, and external and internal risk management. These partnerships will drive more cohesive cybersecurity frameworks aiming at Cyber Resilience more than anything else
Can you elaborate on the importance of partnerships?
Partnerships are core our business, Nanitor is 100% Channel based company as we go to market hand in hand with our partners. We expect partnerships to emerge across asset management, threat detection, exposure analysis, and internal-external security integrations. The alliances will be key to building a more comprehensive exposure management ecosystem. GISEC offers a good glimpse into how these cross-sector collaborations are beginning to take shape.
What top trends do you foresee in exposure management for 2025?
First, AI will enhance speed and automation. Second, analytics will become more refined, offering actionable insights. Third, remediation strategies will evolve alongside these technologies. The process will grow more complex, but ultimately it will benefit customers by improving their ability to identify and mitigate risks in real time.
Do you believe the industry has enough talent to support this rapid evolution?
Talent shortage remains a global challenge. The cybersecurity workforce is stretched thin, and most regions are competing for the same pool of professionals. While technology may fill some gaps, it is essential that we invest in education and hands-on training. Practical experience, not just theory, is critical. We must prioritize initiatives that build real-world skills to meet the demands of this evolving landscape.
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