Juan Manuel Zarzuelo Diaz is a Partner at KPMG and Global Digital Identity Leader, helping organizations build trust and resilience in an increasingly digital world. With over 20 years of experience in cybersecurity and technology risk, Juan Manuel advises global enterprises navigating complex regulatory landscapes, including NIS2, DORA, and eIDAS, ensuring robust identity governance and secure digital ecosystems.

      He specializes in Digital Identity (IAM, IGA and PAM), and enterprise security architecture, delivering end-to-end programs that align with regulatory requirements and business objectives. Juan Manuel has led complex, multi-country projects across banking, insurance, energy, pharmaceuticals, retail, telecommunications, and the public sector, ensuring clients achieve measurable outcomes in risk reduction and operational efficiency.

      His expertise includes designing Target Operating Models, service frameworks, and strategic roadmaps, leveraging leading platforms such as SailPoint, Saviynt, One Identity, CyberArk, Thycotic, BeyondTrust, ForgeRock, Okta, and Ping Identity. Recognized as a thought leader, Juan Manuel frequently speaks at industry forums and contributes insights on emerging trends such as Digital Identity Wallets, Deepfake Protection, and Quantum Cryptography — innovations shaping the future of secure identity.

      Beyond client delivery, Juan Manuel is committed to talent development and innovation. He actively promotes knowledge sharing within KPMG’s global network. His leadership ensures organizations stay ahead of evolving threats while embracing secure, scalable digital solutions.

      1. Areas of expertise
        • Digital Identity transformation programs, including all the different business lines (IAM, IGA, PAM, PKI,…).
        • Security architecture, governance, policy and control frameworks.
        • Hands‑on delivery with leading platforms: SailPoint, Saviynt, One Identity,
        • CyberArk, Thycotic, BeyondTrust, ForgeRock, Okta, Ping Identity.
          Business case development, ROI analysis, and executive stakeholder management for complex transformations.
      2. Education & qualification
        • Technical Engineer in Computer Systems, Complutense University of Madrid.
        • Master’s in Information and Communication Technologies Security, European University.
      3. Accreditations
        • ITIL v3 Foundation.
        • Scrum Master certification.
        • Zero Trust Strategy certification.
        • Leading vendors IAM, IGA and PAM certifications (sales, pre-sales and technical).