Strategic projects in cybersecurity, payment systems, and enterprise transformation
Played a critical role in both the design and implementation of TROY, Turkey's first card payment system operating under the Discover Card Scheme. Effectively managed multiple projects within a broad stakeholder landscape including local and international governments, banks, payment companies, customers, and other leading card providers.
Led Turkey's first DevSecOps CI/CD pipeline project at BKM (Interbank Card Center). This groundbreaking initiative focused on assessment and assurance of software quality, security, and resilient infrastructure. Established a hardened, secure software development lifecycle significantly reducing the possibility of human error or intervention.
As Principal Advisor to the CEO at a leading Turkish ISP (Internet Service Provider), spearheaded the development and implementation of an innovative business model and revolutionary organizational structure. The primary objective of this strategic redirection was creating additional revenue streams significantly expanding the organization's presence in local and global markets.
Responsible for establishing the cybersecurity organization and implementing standardized procedures at IBB. Developed a holistic framework incorporating security operations, process management, software, and infrastructure security. $10 million USD budget and 60-person team management.
Designed and implemented customized security framework in Turkey for a prominent global logistics client ensuring compliance with domestic and international regulations. Established a strong risk-aware culture and effective risk mitigation processes.
Orchestrated strategic international partnerships and collaborative cybersecurity initiatives with US, European, and Middle Eastern security firms. Established cross-border threat intelligence sharing protocols and joint incident response capabilities.
Developed comprehensive cybersecurity training and certification programs for C-suite executives and board members across critical infrastructure sectors. Executive training initiatives focusing on regulatory compliance, crisis communication, and strategic risk decision-making processes.
Constructed comprehensive banking-specific cybersecurity and quality management framework for Aytemiz Investment Bank compliant with BDDK, Basel III, and PCI DSS requirements. Full compliance with ISO 27001, SWIFT CSP, and Open Banking regulations.
Led strategic investment consulting initiative strengthening financial foundations of regional cybersecurity startup companies. Goals of increasing market volume and share while facilitating global expansion.
Security infrastructure design contributing to protection of local financial transactions at BKM during the TROY project.
Establishment and management of a comprehensive cybersecurity team with direct and indirect reporting at IBB.
Comprehensive security projects across finance, banking, telecommunications, e-commerce, logistics, and public sectors.
Strategic collaborations and threat intelligence sharing with security firms in the US, Europe, and Middle East.