Tom Vazdar
Ph.D. (Candidate), CISSP
Tom Vazdar is a committed cybersecurity expert, program leader, and ethical tech advocate. He is the founder and director of Riskoria Advising & Professional Services Ltd, where he serves as a cybersecurity strategist. He has also served in senior management roles such as Chief Security Officer and Chief Information Officer. He specializes in the intersection of risk management, policy development, and compliance, with a special focus on the banking industry.
Vazdar, based in Europe, has served on several advisory boards, providing strategic guidance on cybersecurity matters. He is a regular guest speaker at international cybersecurity conferences and universities, sharing industry insights and knowledge. He has worked with international organizations such as EUROPOL, ENISA, European Payments Council, and the COST Association (European Cooperation in Science and Technology).
He is pursuing a doctoral degree in Economics and Global Security at the University of Zagreb (Croatia) and is a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP).