As Product Security Director, I lead the comprehensive cybersecurity strategy for Scopely’s diverse portfolio of games, ensuring the protection of both players and company assets. My responsibilities include developing and executing advanced security protocols that safeguard game integrity, player data, and intellectual property, while aligning with the fast-paced, ever-evolving nature of the gaming industry. I work closely with cross-functional teams, including development, product management, and operations, to integrate security seamlessly into the game design and development lifecycle. By leveraging cutting-edge security technologies and threat intelligence, I proactively identify and mitigate vulnerabilities across multiple platforms. I also oversee incident response efforts, ensuring swift and effective action against potential breaches, while continuously improving our defenses based on the latest trends in cybersecurity. My leadership ensures that security remains a foundational element of Scopely’s product innovation, without compromising on player experience or performance.This role blends my passion for gaming with my deep expertise in cybersecurity, allowing me to drive forward the company's mission of delivering secure, world-class entertainment experiences.

As one of the Founders and ex-CEO of Zerod, I spearheaded the inception of the project from its inception, playing a pivotal role in developing various functions including business development, legal affairs, marketing, cybersecurity, finance, and operations.Key Contributions:-Strategic Vision: Formulated the initial concept and strategic direction of Zerod, identifying market opportunities and shaping the company's mission and objectives.-Cross-Functional Leadership: Led multifaceted teams across diverse domains such as business development, legal compliance, marketing strategies, financial planning, and operational logistics.-Operational Excellence: Established operational frameworks and processes to streamline workflows and enhance efficiency across all business functions, ensuring seamless execution of organizational strategies.-Financial Management: Orchestrated financial planning and management, including budgeting, forecasting, and capital allocation, to support the company's growth trajectory and financial sustainability.-Marketing and Branding: Developed comprehensive marketing strategies and branding initiatives to enhance market visibility, drive customer engagement, and establish Zerod as a reputable brand within the industry.-Legal Compliance: Ensured adherence to regulatory requirements and legal standards, overseeing compliance matters and mitigating legal risks to safeguard the company's interests.Currently, I continue to contribute to Zerod's success as an advisor, leveraging my expertise and insights to provide strategic guidance and support the company's ongoing growth and development initiatives.

I have been closely involved with the CEO and Founder in the creation of e-Pitinglish from its inception, initially as an investor and subsequently as a strategic advisor. In this capacity, I have provided guidance across all areas of the company including product development, marketing strategies, sales initiatives, and technological advancements.Key Contributions:-Investment Support: Provided initial investment support to e-Pitinglish during its early stages of development, demonstrating confidence in the company's vision and potential for growth.-Strategic Guidance: Offered strategic advice and insights to the CEO and Founder on various aspects of the business, including product roadmap planning, market positioning strategies, sales expansion opportunities, and technological advancements.-Product Development: Collaborated with the e-Pitinglish team to refine and enhance the company's product offerings, ensuring alignment with market demands and customer preferences.-Marketing and Sales Support: Assisted in the formulation and execution of effective marketing and sales strategies to drive customer acquisition, retention, and revenue growth.-Technology Integration: Advised on technology-related decisions and initiatives to optimize operational efficiency, enhance product performance, and maintain competitiveness in the digital landscape.As an Investor and Strategic Advisor, I am committed to contributing to the continued success and growth of e-Pitinglish by leveraging my expertise and insights to address strategic challenges and capitalize on emerging opportunities.

As the Cybersecurity Director at Schwarz Group, I lead the Security Audit Hub and serve as a strategic advisor to the group and senior management.Key Responsibilities:- Leadership of Security Audit Hub: Oversee the operations of the Security Audit Hub, managing a team responsible for conducting penetration tests, executing third-party audits, and other critical security assessments.- Strategic Advisory Role: Provide strategic guidance to the group and senior management on cybersecurity issues, offering insights into emerging threats, industry trends, and best practices.Notable Contributions:-Established robust procedures and methodologies within the Security Audit Hub to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of security assessments, resulting in comprehensive evaluations that identify and address vulnerabilities proactively.-Advised senior leadership on strategic cybersecurity investments and initiatives, enabling Schwarz Group to adapt swiftly to evolving threats and maintain a strong security posture in an increasingly digital landscape.-Fostered a culture of cybersecurity awareness and accountability across the organization through targeted training programs and proactive communication, empowering employees to actively participate in safeguarding the company's assets and data.-Cultivated strategic partnerships with external stakeholders, including regulatory bodies and industry peers, to stay abreast of emerging threats and regulatory developments, ensuring that Schwarz Group remains at the forefront of cybersecurity excellence.As Cybersecurity Director, I am dedicated to upholding the highest standards of security and resilience within Schwarz Group, safeguarding its digital assets and reputation in an ever-evolving threat landscape.

As the Director and Teacher of the Cybersecurity Bootcamp at Nuclio Digital School, I led the development and delivery of a comprehensive cybersecurity training program. With over 30 expert instructors in cybersecurity on the teaching team, we have successfully trained hundreds of students in Madrid, Barcelona, and online using our proprietary, practical, and effective methodology.Key Achievements:-Established a cutting-edge cybersecurity bootcamp curriculum tailored to industry needs and emerging trends.-Recruited and mentored a team of over 30 cybersecurity experts to deliver high-quality instruction and guidance to students.-Implemented a hands-on learning approach to provide students with practical skills and real-world experience in cybersecurity.-Expanded the program's reach to multiple locations, including Madrid, Barcelona, and online, to accommodate diverse learning preferences and geographical constraints.-Received positive feedback from students and industry professionals alike, attesting to the effectiveness and relevance of our cybersecurity training program.As Director and Teacher, I am committed to empowering the next generation of cybersecurity professionals with the knowledge, skills, and expertise needed to excel in this rapidly evolving field.

I provide executive advisory services on any topic related to technology or the digital world (e.g. startups ,cybersecurity...)

I provide executive advisory services on any topic related to technology or the digital world (e.g. startups ,cybersecurity...)

As the first Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) of SCRM Lidl International Hub, I played a pivotal role in integrating the Hub into Schwarz Group and implementing cybersecurity policies tailored specifically to the digital realm, shifting focus away from traditional retail-centric approaches.Key Responsibilities and Achievements:-Establishing Cybersecurity Protocols: Spearheaded the development and implementation of comprehensive cybersecurity protocols, aligning them with the unique challenges and opportunities presented by digital operations within SCRM Lidl International Hub.-Innovation in Security Measures: Introduced innovative security measures to mitigate digital risks and safeguard critical assets, leveraging cutting-edge technologies and best practices to stay ahead of evolving threats.-Leadership in Integration: Led the seamless integration of SCRM Lidl International Hub into Schwarz Group's overarching cybersecurity framework, ensuring cohesion and alignment with corporate security standards and objectives.-Strategic Planning and Execution: Formulated strategic cybersecurity initiatives and executed tactical plans to fortify defenses and enhance resilience against cyber threats, prioritizing proactive measures to preempt potential breaches.-Cross-Functional Collaboration: Fostered collaboration across departments to promote a culture of cybersecurity awareness and accountability, engaging stakeholders at all levels to champion security initiatives and drive organizational buy-in.As the first CISO, I played a critical role in shaping the cybersecurity landscape of SCRM Lidl International Hub, driving innovation and resilience in the face of an increasingly digital-centric operational environment.

Leading security team in AXA Group Operations Spain, mainly focused on Digital Products business:-Security awareness: Security awareness programs for developers and the rest of employees (best practices in coding, top security risks, phishing campaigns, security basics...)-SSDLC: Defining tools and processes in order to improve security in the whole development lifecycle.-Audit and compliance: Supporting teams to make sure we are compliant with current applicable laws.-Security operations: Real-time analysis of immediate threats, and triage when something goes wrong.-Cyberrisk and cyber intelligence: Keeping abreast of developing security threats, and helping the board understand potential security problems that might arise from acquisitions or other big business moves.-Data loss and fraud prevention: Making sure internal staff doesn't misuse or steal data.-Security architecture: Planning, buying, and rolling out security hardware and software, and making sure IT and network infrastructure is designed with best security practices in mind.-Identity and access management: Ensuring that only authorised people have access to restricted data and systems.-Program management: Keeping ahead of security needs by implementing programs or projects that mitigate risks (regular system patches, for instance).-Investigations and forensics: Determining what went wrong in a breach, dealing with those responsible if they're internal, and planning to avoid repeats of the same crisis.-Governance: Making sure all of the above initiatives run smoothly and get the funding they need and that corporate leadership understands their importance.

As the Founder and CEO of Peapool App, I led the inception of our venture, overseeing every aspect of its development and growth. This role provided me with invaluable insights and experiences across various domains, including market analysis, team building, operational management, sales strategy, and legal compliance.My role as Founder and CEO of Peapool App has been a journey of growth and learning, equipping me with the skills and experiences necessary for success in the dynamic world of entrepreneurship.

Giving services for banks and assurance companies. Managing several projects in parallel and reporting it to the upper-level management team (PMO services). Performing IT Risk Assessments based on regulations (LOPD, ISO27001...) and for cloud related projects (AWS, Azure, others...). Defining, implementing and maintaining corporate security policies and procedures. Responding immediately to security-related incidents and provide a thorough post-event analysis (SIEM, DLP, Web Application Firewall). Managing a diverse team of IT security consultants and ethical hackers. Preparing cost estimations for new projects and managing budgets.

Working in a network security department for a well-known Catalan bank. Leading a big data center migration project and doing some network security projects like implementing an IPS (Intrusion Prevention Sytem), NPB (Network Packet Brocker), malware protection systems or SSL inspection systems. Dealing with customers and technology suppliers everyday and reporting the projects status directly to the upper-level management team.

Network Engineer giving services for Colt Technology Services Company. Working at CTTI (Centre de Telecomunicacions i Tecnologies de la Informació de la Generalitat de Catalunya). Troubleshooting and managing the public administration infraestructure network of Catalonia. Routing, switching, firewalling, load-balancing and systems administration.

Network Operations Engineer at Network Operating Center of Mediapro group. Managing routers and switches (Cisco, Huawey...). Dealing with costumers and suppliers for tier-1/2 network and fiber optic related incidents.

Intern at XOC (Xarxa Oberta de Catalunya, Mediapro). Planning and implementation of the entire process from a client requesting a fiber-optic service up to delivering it working properly. Configuration of Cisco equipment, administration and management tasks. Collaboration with several service providers.

I took part in an European project called SIMTISYS as university final project. Related with Synthetic Aperture Radars (SAR).

Mathematics and physics professor for bachelor and university students.