Technology Innovation and Digital Transformation- Drive digital transformation by integrating emerging technologies like automation, AI, and cloud solutions to improve operations and agility- Encourage a culture of innovation, leveraging digital tools to streamline processes, enhance decision-making, and improve customer experiences- Collaborate with business units to identify opportunities for technology-driven improvements.Stay updated with industry trends and work with vendors and startups to adopt cutting-edge solutions- Lead digital initiatives that modernize operations and increase efficiency, positioning the company for long-term successTechnology and IT Operations- Align IT strategies with organizational goals in collaboration with senior managementImplement efficient processes to enhance IT operations and customer service- Manage network infrastructure, server management, and IT resources for internal and external users- Oversee software licensing, upgrades, and user authorization- Troubleshoot issues, manage help desk systems, and conduct root cause analysis- Develop risk mitigation plans and coordinate with external partners on risk management- Optimize resource allocation, manage IT and cybersecurity budgets, and work with vendors to improve servicesCybersecurity Strategy and Management- Lead cybersecurity strategy integrated with HR, Legal, and Finance functions- Establish cybersecurity policies aligned with industry and regulatory standards- Maintain a roadmap to protect information assets from threats- Ensure compliance with cybersecurity and food regulatory standards across IT infrastructure- Collaborate with senior management to assess risks and prioritize threats, defining actionable plans- Promote cybersecurity awareness and report key metrics regularly- Continuously assess and improve cybersecurity controls in line with business needs- Lead internal and external cybersecurity teams

Global Network Infrastructure: Designed and implemented global WAN and LAN infrastructure, leading large-scale projects like the deployment of Meraki solutions across 15,000 sites, improving network performance and reliability.IT Integration for Mergers and Acquisitions: Led the integration of network and server infrastructure, Active Directory, and security requirements for acquired companies, ensuring seamless transitions and aligning with global IT standards.Zero Trust Architecture: Spearheaded the implementation of Zscaler-based Zero Trust architecture, which significantly improved network security and performance, crucial for the digital transformation of our global operations.Cloud Transformation: Led the "Journey to Cloud" initiative, transitioning infrastructure to Microsoft Azure and AWS, modernizing operations and enabling scalability and innovation across the business.Cybersecurity Leadership: Managed a $2M cybersecurity budget, overseeing the Security Operations Center and coordinating Red/Blue Team exercises, vulnerability assessments, and incident response to ensure the organization is protected against emerging cyber threats.Digital App Development: Led the migration to O365 and Exchange Online, enhancing communication, collaboration, and productivity through cloud-based applications, aligning with the company's digital vision.GDPR Compliance and Data Security: Directed the implementation of GDPR-required security measures, focusing on data protection, anonymization, and third-party management, ensuring legal compliance in a rapidly digitalizing environment.

Responsible for all aspects of IT security, including policy management, security administration, patching management, incident responseSpecialtiesSecurity Policy Implementation, Security Processes and Procedures , Security Standard Compliance and Regulatory Adherence, Data Security Strategies & Solutions, Security Controls and Countermeasures