Security Expert

Pragmatic Security leader with 16+ years leading cybersecurity, product security, and compliance functions across global fintech enterprises and crypto/blockchain organizations. Proven track record in building and scaling world-class security teams, establishing cyber risk governance frameworks, and defining security strategies for digital assets, L1/L2 blockchains, wallets, custody, DeFi, and trading platforms. Adept at aligning security programs with regulatory expectations (ISO 27001, PCI-DSS, SOC2, GDPR, FATF, MiCA, VDA guidelines), while enabling business growth in highly regulated and fast-evolving crypto markets. Recognized for driving security culture at board-level and mentoring cross-functional teams to achieve resilient, secure, and compliant ecosystems.