Miguel Ruiz Sanchez
Head of Cyber Security Operations @Hapag-Lloyd AG
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WORK HISTORY
Head of Cyber Security Operations @Hapag-Lloyd AG
Hamburg, DE
My team (CySO) is responsible for enabling our company to continue doing business securely and efficiently. Because of that, CySo\'s mission is to determine how the enterprise DNA looks like before protecting, by establishing a unified hybrid collaboration environment where all members must proactively coopearte to address cyber threats impacting Hapag-Lloyd\'s brand, operations, and technology infrastructure, to become resilient against business disruptions.It is my responsibility to lead our Cyber Security Operations team, establishing a critical security function focusing on monitoring, detecting, and responding to cyber threats. But also to create and sustain a competitive advantage through superior information and cyber security services and solutions, contributing to the ultimate Hapag-Lloyd\'s goal: To be the undisputed number one of quality.
EDUCATION
IAPP - International Association of Privacy Professionals
Law (GDPR) Intensive training in Privacy and Data Protection from European Regulation
EAE Business School
Executive MBA, General Management
IAPP - International Association of Privacy Professionals
Privacy Program Management Intensive training in Privacy and Data Protection
Universidad Pontificia de Salamanca
Computer Engineering, Computer Science
Escuela Nacional de Policía (España)
C1b3rWall Academy, Cyber/Computer Forensics and Counterterrorism
Asimag Prevención
Higher Diploma in Industrial Risk Prevention (Safety at Work Branch), Risk Prevention
EIPA - European Institute of Public Administration
Data Protection Certification Course
Universidad Nacional de Educación a Distancia - U.N.E.D.
Business Administration, Business Administration
Escuela Nacional de Policía (España)
C1b3rWall Academy, Cyber/Computer Forensics and Counterterrorism
APEP - Spanish Association of Privacy Professionals
In-depth training in Data Protection Audit
SANS Technology Institute
Security Leadership Essentials for Managers, Specialized Knowledge and Applications
APEP - Spanish Association of Privacy Professionals
In-depth training in Data Protection Impact Assessment for European Data Protection Regulation
ABOUT MIGUEL RUIZ SANCHEZ
As a cybersecurity executive with over 20 years of cross-industry leadership, I bring a proven track record of transforming complex IT and OT environments into secure, resilient ecosystems aligned with business strategy and risk appetite.Currently leading Cyber Security Operations for a global shipping enterprise, I oversee strategic initiatives across Threat Intelligence, Threat Detection, Incident Response, Attack Surface Management, Cyber Engineering, SOC transformation, and Digital Risk Reduction. My expertise spans SIEM and EDR modernization, OT security frameworks, regulatory compliance (NIS2, GDPR), and global data privacy governance.My leadership philosophy is grounded in building trusted business partnerships, fostering cross-functional alignment, and scaling global security operations without compromising innovation. I combine deep technical knowledge (cloud, hybrid, OT, legacy) with board-level communication skills and a strong presence in industry forums, academia, and regulatory working groups. Among others, I\'m: Certified CISO-ready professional (GLSC, CISM, CIPP/E, CIPM, ISO 27001 LA). Recognized for driving security culture across global teams. Lecturer, speaker, and contributor to the European cybersecurity and privacy community. Driving enterprise-wide security strategy, enable business growth securely, and build high-performing global teams.Last (but not least) a human being enthusiast, sharing ideas, making opinions, creating debates, starting new projects and spreading knowledge with those who are surrounding you. This is the reason why I\'m also lecturing in business schools, universities and I\'m a member of several (relevant) national and international associations (IAPP, ISACA, EADPP, SANS.).
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