Michael Benis
Leading IT and Information Security @Senstar
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WORK HISTORY
Leading IT and Information Security @Senstar
Ottawa, ON, CA
EDUCATION
TCM Security
Movement, Pivoting and Persistence for Pentesters and Ethical Hackers
Bar-Ilan University
Cyber Security Expert in Virtualization and Cloud | Certified Network Defender (CND) - 325 Hours
Western Governors University
Master of Science - MS, Cybersecurity and Information Assurance (MSCSIA)
ITSafe Cyber College
Cyber Security, Information Security | Penetration Testing | Forensics | Network Administrator | Linux
Microsoft
Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate
VMware IT Academy
VMware Certified Professional - Data Center Virtualization 2021 (VCP-DCV 2021)
Reichman University
Cyber Crisis Management
Fortinet Network Security Expert (NSE) Training Institute
Fortinet Network Security Expert Certified Professional (NSE1, NSE2, NSE3, NSE4, NSE7)
Bar-Ilan University
DevSecOps Engineer - 260 Hours
Check Point Software Technologies
Check Point CCSA, CCSE
See Security: Cyber & Information Security College
CISSP – Certified Information Systems Security Professional - (ISC)² Official Bootcamp
KERNELiOS
Certified Hands-on Cyber Security Specialist (CHCSS) - 306 Hours, Kernelios
ABOUT MICHAEL BENIS
M••••••@Benis.io Experienced CISO with 20+ years in cybersecurity, IT, cloud, governance, and risk management. I have a proven track record leading organizations through security transformations, safeguarding critical infrastructure, and ensuring compliance with global regulatory standards. My career spans both the private sector and defense industry, where I developed and implemented security frameworks that align with business objectives, defend against evolving threats, and drive long-term resilience.I have successfully guided multi-national technological companies through cybersecurity challenges, such as post-acquisition transformations, cloud security implementations, and achieving ISO 27001 and IEC 62443 certifications. With expertise in both strategic and technical aspects of cybersecurity, I have led teams in implementing advanced solutions, such as endpoint detection, cloud vulnerability management, and centralized device management, while fostering a security-conscious culture.My defense industry experience strengthens my ability to manage high-stakes environments, where I led teams securing critical communications systems and responding to security threats in real time. This combined corporate and defense sector experience has honed my ability to navigate complex security landscapes and align initiatives with organizational goals.I leverage innovative technologies—such as AWS, JumpCloud, and Fortinet—to enhance security posture and support digital business growth. I drive continuous improvement through security awareness programs, risk assessments, and compliance strategies that empower organizations to thrive in an interconnected world.I hold multiple professional certifications, including CISSP, CISM, AWS Solutions Architect Professional, DevSecOps Engineer, Cisco CCNP Security, VMware Certified Professional, Fortinet Network Security Expert Certified Professional (NSE7), Certified Supply Chain Cyber Security Auditor, Check Point Certified Security Expert, Certified Hands-on Cyber Security Specialist (CHCSS) and CSA CCSK.Looking ahead, I am excited to continue leading organizations in cybersecurity, ensuring they protect their digital assets and build resilience against evolving threats.
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