Vera S.

I'm a cybersecurity and privacy leader with over 12 years of experience and a track record of spearheading robust security programs for global organizations. As a seasoned Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) and Chief Privacy Officer (CPO), I am adept at driving compliance initiatives, orchestrating certifications (e.g., SOC 2, ISO 27001), and fortifying defenses against evolving threats. Key Highlights: * Led comprehensive cybersecurity strategies, overseeing compliance audits resulting in zero exceptions or deficiencies across SOC 1/SOC 2 and ISO 27001. * Recognized as a thought leader in information security, quoted in renowned industry publications, including Forbes and SC Magazine. * Fostered strategic alliances and collaboration across departments, contributing to customer retention and expansions. * Pioneered innovative security and privacy awareness programs, slashing phishing failure rates to 4% and ensuring adherence to global privacy regulations like CCPA, GDPR, and FCRA. * Optimized operating budget and reduced security program costs by 30% without compromising on security coverage by consolidating technologies and reducing unused capacity.