Manolya R

Senior Security Architect

Wayne Rhoden

Nov 2023 - Present • 2 yrs 6 mos

As a Cyber Security Engineer at Dover Fueling Solutions, I designed and implemented robust security solutions, conducted risk assessments, collaborated with cross-functional teams, and ensured compliance with industry standards to safeguard critical systems and products. > Designed and implemented security architecture for IoT-enabled fueling systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards and reducing vulnerabilities by 60% > Led penetration testing and vulnerability assessments for critical systems, identifying and mitigating risk to enhance overall product security. >Developed and enforced secure coding practices across development teams, resulting in a 50% reduction in product security flaws. >Integrated security into product development lifecycles improving time to market for compliant and secure products. > Achieved a SoC2 Type 2 certification for all of our Azure cloud development and product environments. > Matured the manufacturing security. >Collaborated with the legal team to review and negotiate master agreements and security related contracts, ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Director of Cyber Security

Cognizant • Fulltime

Jan 2019 - Jul 2023 • 4 yrs 6 mos

Directed cybersecurity strategies across Germany, Switzerland, and Austria, managing operations for 275+ centers. Achieved an 80% increase in service offerings and a 30% risk reduction. Implemented transformative IT security solutions resulting in a 65% surge in sales. Integrated security controls across AWS and Azure, boosting compliance by 60% and spearheading OT/IoT security services.

CISO

Telness • Fulltime

Aug 2019 - Aug 2021 • 2 yrs

As the company's first Chief Information Security Officer, I designed a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy aiming for ISO 27001 certification across all service lines. Additionally, I served as the vCISO for clients in the critical infrastructure industry. > Formulated and implemented the Information Security Management System based on ISO 27001 ISMS, boosting cybersecurity maturity and security operations by 60% > Acted as a virtual Chief Information Security Officer for clients and implementing robust policies, guiding customers to achieve ISO 27001 certification and 100% compliance > Advocated cutting-edge security designs for critical infrastructure in the manufacturing and production sectors. >Vendor and third-party account management. Cultivated lasting strategic partnerships and, as an executive consultant, enhanced IT security stances for crucial infrastructure. >Increased company revenue by 65% by developing new security offerings and gaining new customers for our services. >Ensured fiscal alignment in security expenditures with budgets, established resonant performance metrics, and strengthened security infrastructure through rigorous risk assessments and audits.