Adam Kowal Cciso, Cissp, Ccsp, Cism Email & Phone Number

Redmond, Washington, Us

As the Managing Director of Cloud Security at Microsoft, I am instrumental in leading initiatives that not only meet but exceed multi million-dollar targets, driving substantial growth and ensuring the security of millions of monthly users. I am responsible for developing and implementing strategies that help the business unit achieve its goals and objectives, while also ensuring that it operates efficiently and effectively.I have spearheaded the development and implementation of a comprehensive scrum of scrums agile framework for Cloud Security Business Unit to better coordinate and integrate the work of multiple security teams (Account Executives, Sales Specialists, Technical Specialists, etc.) across 15 sale territories and 200+ customer accounts in various verticals.As a People Manager, I believe in delivering success through empowerment and accountability. I coach my teams to define objectives and outcomes, enable success across boundaries, and adapt and learn. I care about attracting and retaining great people, knowing each individual’s capabilities and aspirations, and investing in their growth.Thought Leadership: I provide support for my team in gathering, evaluating, and leveraging industry trends and customer/partner technical insights. I hold teams accountable for mapping architecture and digital transformation solutions to customer business goals. I leverage prior work, customer requirements, and industry trends to share insights with the team and apply them. I look for opportunities to consolidate and prioritize resources to achieve business goals.Architecture Design and Deployment: I hold teams accountable for leveraging best practice cloud security architecture approaches to achieve customer outcomes and develop new solutions to scale across multiple customers/partners. I ensure my teams are equipped with the capabilities and means to design secure cloud architecture while taking into account complex technical requirements.

Alexandria, Virginia, Us

ISC2 Official Training Instructor for Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) and Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP) certifications.Turning my passion for cybersecurity and teaching into a classroom-based or fully virtual / online training and an exciting learning experience for students: - Delivered multiple three to five-day long training sessions in a classroom setting as well as fully virtual online learning webinars.- During the training sessions we discuss real-world scenarios and most recent case studies covering data breaches, attack vectors, risk assessments, controls and countermeasures, etc.- Collaboration and exchange of ideas between students is always encouraged.- I am using all the visual aid tools at my disposal (graphs, diagrams, videos...and funny memes) to create an interactive, engaging and fun learning environment.Studying for CCSP, CISSP or SSCP certifications should be a fun and exciting experience for everyone! See you in the classroom or online! :)

London, Gb

Achievements:- Led multiple strategic cybersecurity and cloud security programs (AWS, Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365, Google Cloud Platform) for Fortune 100 companies in the financial sector, insurance and life sciences- Provided direct oversight and leadership for diverse teams of 10-15 security and technology consultants in decentralized global locations - Developed and implemented CISO’s Cybersecurity and Cloud Security Programs for multiple clients, including current state analysis, maturity assessment, strategy, roadmap, people, tools and budget requirements.- Expertly managed direct client interactions during sales process and identification of key goals and solutions. - Nurtured client relationships during design and implementation phases of projects.- Ensured successful delivery of project outcomes to the clients. - Responsible for financial oversight of multi $M budgets and thousands of billable hours.- Developed and Mentored Others – Coached junior members of EY cybersecurity practice, actively engaged in transfer of knowledge and development of both technical and soft skills.

London, Gb

Achievements:- Direct leadership and oversight of multiple cybersecurity projects for some of the largest companies in the financial sector, insurance and pharmaceutical industry in the following domains: Governance of Enterprise Identity and Access Management (IAM), Vulnerability Management, Penetration Testing and Policy & Regulatory Compliance.- Led global initiatives to enhance information security controls to protect against cyber risks, reduce threat surface area , and assist in the implementation of new governance processes and procedures.- Project leader and Subject Matter Expert for multiple complex cybersecurity engagements including cloud security, governance, risk and compliance (GRC) reviews, vulnerability assessments, penetration testing and red team exercises.

Zurich, Zurich, Ch

Achievements:Demonstrated Leadership through direct management of the Security Operations Team within Zurich's Global Group Information Security.Acted as a hiring manager who was able to evaluate a large number of potential candidates, conduct initial phone screens and face to face interviews in order to hire a quality personnel. Proved both technical and leadership expertise when hiring, managing and developing a team of 10+ Security Operations Analysts.Recognized by the team and leadership as a dedicated coach and mentor who was able to ensure highest levels of performance through both technical and ‘soft skill’ mentoring.Directly responsible for the Global Endpoint Protection Service delivery and reporting: approx. 60,000 Endpoints deployed in 170 countries on 6 continents. Responsible for bringing back in-house and subsequent management of the Identity and Access Control Management Service in the EMEA region.Led Zurich's Global Endpoint Protection Service Steering Committee as a Chairman for 1.5 years.Designed security metrics, KPIs and reporting templates for information security services such as: Identity and Access Control Management, Endpoint Protection, Security Operations, and Cyber Incident Response.Successfully delivered continuous improvement of Security Operations processes through application of Lean Management principles. (Holder of ZurichLean Yellow Belt).Fostered positive relationships with external vendors, contractors and IT Auditors.Prepared and presented formal information security reports to Senior Managers, Service Executives and CISO.

Schaumburg, Illinois, Us

Committee Member of the ISACA Chapter established to promote the education of individuals and to provide networking opportunities and development of their capabilities relating to the auditing of, management consulting in, or direct management of the fields of Information Technology (IT) Governance, Information Systems (IS) Audit, Cybersecurity, Risk Management, Privacy, Control and Assurance.Achievements as the Committee Member:- Promoted the education and assisted in knowledge and skills gathering in the interrelated fields of IT governance, IS audit, cybersecurity, privacy, control, and assurance;- Encouraged an open exchange of IT governance, IS audit, cybersecurity, control, and assurance techniques, approaches, and problem solving during chapter meetings & conferences- Delivered adequate communication to keep members abreast of current events in IT governance, IS audit, cybersecurity, privacy, control and assurance that can be of benefit to them and their employers;- Delivered presentations on the importance of establishing controls necessary to ensure proper IT governance and the effective organization and utilization of IT resources

Achievements:• Ensured confidentiality and integrity of private user data as the data is handled, stored, and transmitted during the SDLC process• Established software testing process, test cases and execution of testing and validation.• QA tester to confirm the application functionality and availability.• Created plans and procedures to test and quantify application security behavior during the QA process• Conducted UI analysis to verify proper design of a software component's interfaces with other components of the system.• Created test cases, test plans and technical documentations. • Created Maintenance QA checklists for software updates.• Tested internal websites functionality & User Interface.• Worked with other teams on integration and end-to-end testing. • Member of the Change management team,• Created Configuration management process documentation• Created Release management process documentation.

North Canton, Ohio, Us

Responsibilities included:• Providing 1st line on-site installation, troubleshooting and security support on Auto Teller Machine (ATM) and Cash & Check Deposit Machine (CCDM) in major banks in Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland.• Servicing and upgrading hardware and software on existing ATMs and CCDMs across Ireland to meet compliance requirements.• Participation in major Retail Banking Security Projects e.g. Anti-Skimming Project.• Performing troubleshooting via detailed analysis of Hardware and Software failures with the usage of all available diagnostic tools. This included repairing of hardware on component level, cleaning and adjustment of mechanical components and configuration and installation of software.• Performing Installation, Movement, Addition, Change and Removal of hardware and software products and components as directed.• Active use of corporate tools and processes for knowledge sharing, e.g. creation of knowledge base documentation.

Mastering Service Excellence (Mse)

Advanced Certificate In Computer Security, Information Technology Security

Master'S Degree, Msc, Economics

Bachelor'S Degree, Bsc, Finance & Banking