Jamie Woodruff

Jamie Woodruff is one of Europe’s leading ethical hackers and a trusted voice on artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and the human factors shaping digital risk. Known for his calm, grounded approach and ability to make complex systems easy to understand, Jamie connects real-world hacking experience with forward-thinking insight into how AI is transforming both sides of the security equation. His keynotes uncover how automation, generative tools, and deepfakes are changing the way we must think about protection, privacy, and human behaviour online.

Jamie’s fascination with technology began early, taking apart computers before he turned ten and teaching himself how networks communicate. While studying computer information systems at Bangor University, he gained public attention after successfully identifying a major flaw in Facebook during a student competition, an achievement that marked the start of a remarkable career. Today, Jamie is Chief Technology Officer of a UK-based cybersecurity firm, where he oversees ethical hacking, cloud security, and penetration testing services for schools and global organisations. His work focuses on protecting both the physical and digital worlds, advising businesses on how to safeguard data, train employees, and build secure systems capable of resisting AI-assisted attacks.

Over the years, Jamie has carried out countless high-profile ethical hacks. He famously uncovered vulnerabilities in Kim Kardashian’s website, exposing flaws that could have put millions of fans’ data at risk. In another authorised operation, he posed as a Domino’s pizza delivery driver to gain physical access to a financial institution’s secure server room, using his unique blend of creativity and precision to highlight the importance of human oversight in cybersecurity. His expertise has made him a respected figure among corporations, government agencies, and international conferences. Jamie’s work has evolved to explore how artificial intelligence is amplifying social engineering, allowing cybercriminals to automate deception, craft realistic phishing messages, and exploit human psychology at scale.

As a speaker, Jamie delivers thought-provoking talks that blend storytelling with technical depth. His sessions explore the intersection of AI and security, showing how rapidly advancing tools can both protect and endanger. He brings humour, humility, and authority to every stage, helping audiences rethink their assumptions about risk and technology. Whether addressing global corporations or small enterprises, Jamie empowers people to understand the human side of AI, stay alert to new threats, and build a more secure digital future.