International Committee
The leadership behind the International Cybersecurity Olympiad — governing strategy, host selection, and the future of the competition.
Mrs. Dorsaf Benna Chelly
Leading the organization of ICO 2026 in Tunisia on behalf of the Informatics Tunisian Association (ITA). Overseeing every aspect — from task design and platform infrastructure to venue logistics, participant accommodation, and the overall experience.
The International Committee
The International Committee oversees long-term planning, host selection, and the strategic direction of ICO worldwide.
Fredrik Niemelä
President
Leading the ICO International Committee and overseeing the strategic direction of the olympiad.
Tan Sun Teck
Founder & ICO 2025 Representative
Founder of the International Cybersecurity Olympiad. Organized the inaugural edition at the National University of Singapore.
Dorsaf Benna Chelly
Executive Director & ICO 2026 Representative
Executive Director of ICO 2026, representing Tunisia and the Informatics Tunisian Association (ITA).
Gaspare Ferraro
ICO 2027 Representative
Representing the next host country for ICO 2027, ensuring continuity and long-term planning.
Katya Protsko
Elected Member
Elected member of the International Committee, contributing to governance and strategic decisions.
Cesar Cepeda
Elected Member
Elected member of the International Committee, contributing to governance and strategic decisions.
International Scientific Committee
The International Scientific Committee is responsible for the scientific content of ICO, including problem setting, quality assurance, and academic standards.
Matteo Rossi
President, ICO 2027 Representative
Youssef Abid
ICO 2026 Representative
Mario Urena Cuate
Elected Member
Yong Ze Zhu
ICO 2025 Representative
Movitz Sunar
Elected Member
Maks Smirnov
Elected Member