Dr. Kawin Boonyapredee

Kawin Boonyapredee

Dissertation Chair | Adjunct Professor

Cybersecurity
kboonyapredee@captechu.edu

Dr. Kawin Boonyapredee is a Dissertation Chair and Adjunct Professor in Cybersecurity with Capitol Technology University. He serves as the Global Chief Strategy Officer and APAC CEO at Applied Quantum, where he is responsible for building the Quantum Consulting Practice through strategic partnerships with both industry and academia. In his role with Capitol Tech, Dr. Boonyapredee lectures for board and executive-level student professionals in applying comprehensive leadership strategies in both public and private sectors globally. 

Dr. Boonyapredee has over 25 years of experience in information security, risk management, and compliance across North America and Asia. His strategic insights into quantum computing and its implications for cybersecurity further underscore his expertise, making him a key figure in advancing security measures. He has built cybersecurity programs from the ground up for various organizations globally. He is a regular contributor to cybersecurity article publications, podcasts and conferences. In 2023, Dr. Boonyapredee obtained his Ph.D. in Cybersecurity Leadership from Capitol Technology University. 

Areas of Expertise 

  • Cybersecurity 

  • Digital Transformation 

  • Artificial Intelligence 

  • Quantum Computing 

  • Emerging Technologies 

  • Leadership 

Biography 

Education 

  • Doctor of Philosophy in Cybersecurity Leadership, Capitol Technology University (2023) 

  • Masters of Science in Management & Systems, New York University (2008) 

  • Bachelor of Arts in Economics, University of Pennsylvania (1999) 

Professional Achievements 

  • Chief Strategy Officer and APAC CEO at Quantum Technology firm 

  • Chief Information Security Officer at FinTech firm 

  • Chief Cyber Technologist at Booz Allen Hamilton 

  • Chief Executive Officer at Managed Security Services Provider 

  • Managing Director at Qualys 

  • Head of Security Consulting & Ethical Hacking at British Telecom 

Certifications & Licenses 

  • Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC), ISACA 

  • Certificate of Cloud Security Knowledge (CCSK), Cloud Security Alliance 

  • Certified GIAC Network Penetration Tester and Ethical Hacker (GPEN), SANS Institute 

  • Certified Ethical Hacker (C|EH), EC-Council 

  • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), ISC2 

  • Cisco Certified Design Professional (CCDP), Cisco 

  • Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP), Cisco 

  • Check Point Certified Security Administrator (CCSA), Check Point 

  • Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE), Microsoft 

  • Quantum Computing Realities, MIT 

  • Requirements for Large-Scale Universal Quantum Computation, MIT 

  • Practical Realities of Quantum Computation and Quantum Communications, MIT 

  • Quantum Strategy for Business, Qureca 

  • Artificial Intelligence for Business Leaders 

  • Artificial Intelligence for Cybersecurity 

Honors & Awards  

  • Corinium 2022 Top 100 Infosec Leaders 

  • BT Security - Top Marks Award for Profitable Practice 

  • BT Security - Top Marks Award for Security Practice Establishment 

  • Recognition for Outstanding Performance - SAP Asia 

Research & Publications 

  • Boonyapredee K. (2023). Southeast Asia Cyber Development Challenges in the FinTech Industry. Published on ProQuest and Google Scholar 

  • Boonyapredee K. (2024). Why We Should Care About Cybersecurity Awareness Month. Published on Information Security Media Group (ISMG) 

  • Boonyapredee K. (2024). Quantum Breakthroughs Drive New Encryption Strategies. Published on Information Security Media Group (ISMG) 

  • Boonyapredee K. (2024). Quantum Computing Can Uproot the Very Foundation on Which the Internet Safeguards Data and Information. Published on Economic Times CIO (ETCIO) 

  • Boonyapredee K. (2024). Careful in the Cloud: Decoding Cloud Security and Managing Gaps in Cloud Environments. Published on Economic Times CIO (ETCIO) 

  • Boonyapredee K. (2023). Architecting Cybersecurity Excellence & Community in Asia's Tech Sphere with Dr. Kawin Boonyapredee. Published on Global Tech Nexus 

  • Boonyapredee K. (2023). For APAC CISOs, Buildng a Positive Cyber Civic Culture within All Different Business Units is Critical. Published on Economic Times CIO (ETCIO) 

  • Boonyapredee K. (2008). Facilitation of Computer Forensic Standards Integration into Information Security Operational Controls. New York University 

Organizations & Affiliations 

  • Quantum Special Interest Group (SIG) at Assocation of Information Security Professionals (AiSP) - 2024-Current 

  • Co-Founder & Advisory Board at Singapore CIO Network (SCION) - 2021-Current 

  • Co-Founder & Advisory Board at Thailand CIO Network (TCION) - 2021-Current 

  • Co-Founder and Executive Committee Member of ISC2 Singapore Chapter - 2012-Current 

  • Member of ISACA Singapore Chapter - 2023-Current 

  • Cyber Risk Subcommittee at Singapore FinTech Association - 2023-2024