Position
Former Director Defence Policy & Capabilities
Organisation
NATO
Location
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Former Director Defence Policy & Capabilities — NATO
Ambassador Timo S. Koster is a globally respected cybersecurity diplomat and strategist with 30 years shaping international cyber norms. As Netherlands’ Ambassador-at-Large for Security Policy & Cyber (2018-2020), he led efforts to establish UN cyberspace behavior norms, forged coalitions for accountability against state-sponsored attacks, and championed capacity-building in the Global South.
Previously NATO Director for Defence Policy and Capabilities (2012-2018), Timo orchestrated European defense integration and cyber resilience frameworks. At Quad9 (2021-2023), as Chief Strategy Officer, he expanded Europe’s privacy-first DNS security footprint, securing partnerships that protect millions daily.
Today, Timo serves as Independent Strategic Advisor, Atlantic Council Non-Resident Senior Fellow, and board member guiding enterprises through geopolitical cyber risks. His expertise spans policy diplomacy, NATO operations, and tech governance—making him a rare bridge between governments, NGOs, and industry.
A dynamic public speaker, Timo lectures at international institutions, supports wargames, and advises on cyber norms for emerging technologies.
Don’t miss this cybersecurity statesman’s blueprint for global resilience.
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