On the eve of his retirement after 20 years of military service, Vishal Amin realized the profound importance of identity and cybersecurity. As a targeted individual in the 2015 Islamic State Hacking Division's order, he faced the severe consequences of identity compromise. This experience led him to dedicate his career to cybersecurity, where he found alignment with Microsoft's mission to empower people and organizations. Vishal will share his journey from military service to cybersecurity, highlighting the critical role of human elements in national and global security. He will discuss the importance of investing in diverse talent and the impact of passionate dedication to cybersecurity in protecting our identities and empowering a safer world. Join him to explore how cybersecurity can transform lives and enhance global security.