IT Security Specialist | IT Security Transition Manager | Cloud Security Enthusiast

I am an experienced IT Security Specialist with over 10 years of hands-on expertise in cybersecurity operations, infrastructure security, and cloud protection. Throughout my career, I have specialized in platforms such as Check Point, Microsoft Azure Security, Darktrace, and Ivanti. I have a proven track record in security architecture design, incident response, vulnerability management, and IT infrastructure transition projects.

I have strong leadership experience managing cross-functional teams and driving security compliance aligned with standards like ISO 27001 and NIST CSF. I am passionate about fostering a security-first culture and continuously improving cybersecurity through automation and performance optimization.

In my current role as an IT Security Transition Manager, I lead IT security transformation projects focusing on hardening cloud and on-premises environments while ensuring compliance and enhancing cyber resilience. I have successfully led teams and delivered significant improvements in security posture and audit readiness.

Previously, I worked as an IT Security Specialist managing enterprise security solutions across international infrastructures, optimizing firewall scalability, deploying AI threat detection platforms, and automating network infrastructure systems. I have also held roles supporting endpoint protection, vulnerability management, and penetration testing.

I hold a Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology from Petrozavodsk State University and have completed multiple certifications including Check Point CCSA, CCSE, CCES, CCMS, CISSP course, Microsoft Security Operations Analyst, and others. I am actively involved in cybersecurity communities and continuously seek to expand my knowledge and skills in this dynamic field.