Description

I’m a senior cybersecurity architect and consultant with over 10 years of experience in banking, fintech, and critical infrastructure. I specialize in secure cloud architectures, regulatory compliance (NIS2, GDPR, DORA), DevSecOps, and threat modeling. I’m also an OWASP Riga Chapter Leader and passionate about building secure and resilient systems.

Industry field of expertise

Languages

English
Native or bilingual
Latvian
Native or bilingual
Russian
Native or bilingual

Workplace preferences

Remote only

Primarily works remotely

Netcracker Technology
Senior Security Architect
TELECOMMUNICATIONS
August 2022 - Today (4 years)
• Lead security solution design for complex telecom and IT infrastructure projects in public cloud environments.
• Architect and deploy secure configurations across Cloud with a focus on network segmentation, API security, andIAM.
• Drive implementation of Privileged Access Management using JIT tools
• Oversee vulnerability scanning and compliance alignment with customer, regulatory and GDPR requirements.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with DevOps, compliance, and infrastructure teams to embed security best practices(DevSecOps).
• Provide strategic guidance on secure systems design and participate in audits, threat modelling, and internal risk assessments.
• Oversee and scope penetration testing for the project needs.Participated in found issue analysis, fix process and rescoring if needed

Skills: Cloud Security, Secure Architecture, PIM/JIT solutions, Kubernetes, SCA/SAST scans, Authentication/Authorization
Secure Architecture Kubernetes Security Cloud Security Application Security
EVRY Card Services Baltics
CISO / Head of IT
BANKING AND INSURANCE
April 2019 - August 2022 (3 years and 4 months)
• Led multiple successful PCI CPP audits with minimal non-conformities, ensuring continued compliance and operational excellence.
• Directed and passed the initial CUP certification audit, establishing a secure foundation for payment card production operations.
• Developed and mentored a successor, ensuring smooth knowledge transfer and continuity of security leadership.
• Contributed to the foundational design of a new production facility, embedding security and compliance from the ground up.
• Led cross-functional IT & Security teams, fostering a collaborative culture focused on performance, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Oversaw company-wide information security risk analysis and governance, aligning practices with international standards and business objectives
• Managed IT budgeting and resource planning, balancing cost-efficiency with operational needs and strategic investments
• Collaborated closely with diverse teams across IT, Security, Operations, Production, and Sales to align technology initiatives with organizational goals
• Managed critical IT infrastructure, including Ubuntu Linux servers, Windows environments, and virtualized systems(e.g., VMware/Hyper-V)
• Administered and maintained core security systems, including firewalls, endpoint protection platforms, and secure access controls

Skills: Compliance Audits, PCI Card Production and Provisioning Audits, ISO27001/ISO22301 internal audits, LinuxServers, Windows Servers, Firewall management, Endpoint Security System management, Physical Security - CardAccess systems, CCTV
Security Audits Compliance Security Awareness Security Operations
PNB BANKA
Head of IT Security Division
November 2016 - April 2019 (2 years and 5 months)
• Led the Information Security team, overseeing daily operations, incident response, and long-term strategy execution
• Provided expert support to business and legal teams, ensuring alignment between security controls and regulatory/legal obligations
• Conducted IT risk assessments for new banking products, integrating security by design into service development
• Developed and maintained internal security policies and procedures, promoting compliance and operational consistency
• Performed enterprise-level information security risk analysis and governance, aligned with regulatory frameworks and ISO standards
• Ensured full compliance with financial supervisory authority security requirements, including audits and reporting
• Managed vulnerability scanning and remediation processes, reducing risk exposure across systems
• Designed and implemented a company-wide security awareness program, enhancing staff understanding of cyberthreats and best practices
• Delivered IT security briefings to new hires, embedding a security-first culture from day one
• Monitored and analyzed security system events (IPS, endpoint protection), including update/patching management to ensure ongoing system integrity
Security Awareness Security Operations Security & Compliance Risk management Security Leadership