Paddy Harrington,

Paddy Harrington

Senior Analyst

Paddy is a senior analyst at Forrester advising security and risk professionals. He focuses on endpoint security across a range of platforms including desktop PCs, internet-of-things (IoT) devices, connected vehicles, and operational technology (OT). His research includes the endpoint’s impact on the security of business data and operations in light of the proliferation of interconnected devices and the evolving work environment.

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October 28th, 2025 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM Webinar

Predictions 2026: Cybersecurity And Risk

Join Forrester experts and your peers for an interactive presentation that will dive deeper into Forrester’s 2026 Predictions for cybersecurity and risk.Key takeaways: Understand the changing technology, consumer, and market dynamics in store in 2026. Uncover new insights based on Forrester’s research and expert analysis.Prepare your team and your organization for what’s ahead. Target audience level: all levels
December 9th, 2025 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Peer Discussions

Charting The Road Ahead: Planning With Your Peers Using Forrester’s Cybersecurity Predictions As your Guide

The threat landscape is always changing. As you implement better policies, educate your users, and utilize more powerful tools to keep attackers at bay, malicious actors are doing the same to perform their reconnaissance, uplevel their skills, and capitalize on those same technology advancements to find ways through your defenses. Join senior analyst Paddy Harrington and other security and risk leaders for a discussion on how your peers are utilizing Forrester’s 2026 predictions for cybersecurity and risk to prepare for and stay one step ahead of the evolving threats and geopolitical risks.Questions for discussion include:How are you adapting your security programs to meet the business adoption of AI agents and agentic AI? How are government policy and regulatory changes impacting your security and risk programs?What are the biggest challenges you’re facing when it comes to incorporating quantum security protections?Peer discussions are available exclusively to Forrester Decisions VIP Leaders and Leader license holders for their own participation.