Ziya Gokalp​​​​​​​

As a Senior IT, Network & Cyber Security consultant for over fifteen years, I have consolidated my technical background with my sales experience to understand and fulfill both technical and customer requirements and to create solution-oriented results. 

I have Master's Degree in Information Technology and

Postgraduate Degree in Marketing.  

 

I also have Executive Diploma in Cyber Security from 'Harvard University'.

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I have professional IT, Cyber Security, Project Management, Business Continuity and Leadership Licenses/Certificates from Global Accredited Consortiums, Institutes and Authorities.  Please check my 'Licenses' page and its subsections for more detailed information.

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I have designed, managed and completed many different network and information security projects in various sectors such as government and enterprise. I also have experience in sales & marketing management, account management, channel management, business development and vendor relationship management to extend business volume.

I help organizations align cybersecurity, operational resilience and business objectives through strategic advisory, governance and technical consulting services.

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Consulting Services:
 

• Cyber Security Advisory & vCISO Services

• Operational Technology (OT) & Industrial Cyber Security

• Security Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC)

• Risk Assessment & Security Assurance

• ISO 27001 Consultancy & Lead Auditing

• Business Continuity & Cyber Resilience

• Network & Cloud Security Architecture

• Identity & Access Management (IAM)

• Vulnerability Assessments & Security Reviews

• Penetration Testing & Red Teaming

• Static Code Analysis & Application Security

• DDoS Simulation & Load Testing

• IT Project Management & Technology Integration

• Strategic Leadership & Business Development

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Cyber Security Awareness & Executive Education:
 

• Board & Executive Security Awareness Sessions

• Enterprise Cyber Security Awareness Programs

• Security Leadership Workshops

• Social Engineering & Insider Threat Awareness

• Security Culture Transformation Programs