Thales & A24 Roundtable October 26

payShield's Next Chapter

Join Thales and A24 for their 3rd intimate round table discussion with participants in the Payments Industry who have an interest in payment HSMs.

Join A24, Thales, and industry peers for an exclusive round table discussion focused on the future of payment HSM infrastructure, the evolution of payShield platforms, and the growing compliance challenges facing organisations across the payments ecosystem.

This is the third event in A24’s series of intimate executive round tables, bringing together senior technology and security leaders for open discussion, knowledge sharing, and high-value networking. Attendance is strictly limited to ensure meaningful conversation and peer engagement.

Our Key Themes

With many organisations preparing for the transition from existing payShield deployments, this session will explore the opportunities and challenges associated with migration, platform testing and long-term HSM strategy.

James Torjussen, Product Manager for Thales HSMs, will provide insights into the latest developments within the payShield portfolio and discuss key considerations for organisations planning their next steps.

Navigating payShield’s Next Generation Evolution

Compliance in an Increasingly Complex Regulatory Landscape

Data Sovereignty, Cloud Risk, and Third-Party Dependencies

Operational Key Management Best Practices and Compliance

The Skyline Penthouse, Radisson Blu

Perched on the 8th floor of the Radisson Blu Hotel, London Leicester Square, the Skyline Penthouse offers an exclusive setting with panoramic views across some of London’s most iconic landmarks, including the London Eye, Big Ben and Nelson’s Column.

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What Attendees Will Gain

Migration planning and testing strategies for future payShield deployments
Emerging compliance obligations affecting payment and security teams
Managing cryptographic infrastructure in cloud and hybrid environments
Data sovereignty and Critical Third Party considerations
Best practice approaches to key lifecycle management and audit readiness
Peer-to-peer knowledge sharing with senior industry professionals
Valuable networking opportunities with A24, Thales and fellow payment security leaders

Insights & Facilitators

Nick Delacamp

Regional President – A24

Nick is the Regional President for EMEA & US at A24, a global provider of payments and data security services. An experienced business leader with over 25 years of experience, he specializes in delivering high-stakes IT solutions for major global brands including Lloyds Banking Group, VISA, and Wise. At A24, Nick focuses on the intersection of compliance and cloud infrastructure, particularly in helping fintech’s navigate the burdens of managing cryptographic infrastructure compliantly. He is a vocal advocate for cloud-adjacent infrastructure and dedicated Hardware Security Module (HSM) environments, ensuring that organizations can maintain a high security posture while innovating in the multi-cloud era.

James Torjussen

Product Manager – payShield HSM’s

A seasoned Group Product Manager at Thales CPL, where he specialises in high-security hardware and data protection solutions. With a strong background in the cybersecurity industry, he plays a pivotal role in driving the strategy and development of Thales’s Payment Hardware Security Modules (HSMs), ensuring they meet the rigorous compliance and performance demands of the global financial sector. Recognised as a thought leader in his field, James frequently contributes expert insights on emerging security trends, digital trust, and the evolving landscape of payment security.

Rob Goodbourn

Principle Cryptographic System Engineer

As Principal Cryptographic System Engineer at Cubic Transportation Systems, Rob specialises in cryptography, key management and payment security, helping organisations design and operate secure, resilient and compliant infrastructures.