Cybersecurity Series E17: 'Cyber Strategies and Leadership' with CIE's Jane Corr

Today's guest is Jane Corr, Head of Cyber Security at CIE (Córas Iompair Éireann). Founded in 1945, CIE is Ireland’s state-owned public transport group, providing rail and bus services nationwide through its operating companies Iarnród Éireann, Dublin Bus and Bus Éireann. Headquartered in Dublin, the group plays a central role in connecting communities, supporting economic activity and delivering sustainable mobility, carrying hundreds of millions of passenger journeys across Ireland each year.

Jane is an accomplished Information Security and IT leader with a proven track record of building high-performing teams and delivering results. Known for her “can-do” attitude and strong customer focus, Jane brings a structured approach to solving complex challenges. Her expertise spans information security, technology risk, programme delivery, IT operations and data centre management within large organisations. She is also highly experienced in presenting to Boards and executive leadership.

In the episode, Jane discusses:

0:00 Her journey from Infrastructure leader to cybersecurity

2:55 Why cyber leaders must communicate concisely and confidently

5:36 Her broad CSO role including AI, regulation, talent and influence

7:14 Advice to start with strategy, align people, roadmap and governance

8:55 The need to embed cyber as accessible service, balance risk and compliance

11:52 How cyber is maturing toward measurable, compliance-driven continuous improvement

To find out more about all the great work happening at CIE (Córas Iompair Éireann), check out the website www.cie.ie.