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William V.
Akron, United States
Experienced integration and automation consultant. UiPath Robotic Process Automation, Apiant API Integration, Joget Workflow Automation, Ardoq Enterprise Architecture, ZOHO CRM. SaaS setup, configuration and administration.
- GDPR
- Post-Merger Integration
- Business Process Automation
- Project Workflows
- Robotic Process Automation
- UiPath
- Email Support
- Zoho CRM
Alaoui Y.
Casablanca, Morocco
After conducting several missions as an IT Security Consultant on behalf of national and
international companies, Youssef ALAOUI has gained a solid background in IT security audit,
intrusion tests, forensic analysis and risk assessment.
Youssef ALAOUI has boosted his career by joining one of the leaders IT Security Company in Africa as PCI-DSS and PADSS Consultant.
When joining it, Youssef ALAOUI has merged IT Security knowledge and
Payment Systems background -learned in many professional trainings- to deliver the best
service for assisting customer to be PCI-DSS and PA-DSS Compliant.
Until now, i conducted more than 50 PCI & PA DSS audits as a Qualified Self Assessor within differents clients all over the world.
You can check my official QSA on the official PCI SSC website by searching for my name (ALAOUI, Y)
- Vulnerability Assessment
- GDPR
- Security Engineering
- Network Penetration Testing
- Information Security Awareness
- Web App Penetration Testing
- PCI
- Information Security Audit
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional
- Architecture Consultation
Maurizio G.
Napoli, Italy
I am an over ten years experienced Italian lawyer specializing in intellectual property law, e-commerce law, immigration law and food law. Furthermore I'm an experienced legal translator dorme English to Italian and Italian to English.
My areas of expertise are:
• Contracts drafting: legal transactions, conveyancing, leases, commercial agreements, transfer of shares, international contracts like agency/distributorship between companies subject to different jurisdictions.
• Legal translation ITA-ENG and ENG-ITA.
•. Bank law. Drafting of bank agreements, compliance with the Italian and the EU financial legislation.
bank law litigator.
• GDPR (including GDPR compliance). I’m DPO (Data Protection Officer) for Italian tourism companies
• Intellectual Property law: trademark/design filing with EUIPO and Italian IP office (UIBM). Handling of complex cases such as TM oppositions and design invalidity.
• E-commerce law: Amazon Plan of Action for account reinstatement.
• Immigration law: legal advice on citizenship related issues, visa, titles recognition.
• Food law: food supplements registration with Italian Health Ministry.
In addition, I worked for over 8 years in data analysis field, employed in international companies. I have significant experience in using data analysis tools like Excel, R, Python
- Intellectual Property Law
- Tech & IT
- Immigration Law
- Trademark Consulting
- Copyright
- Intellectual Property Protection
- Legal Consulting
- Contract Law
- Civil Law
- Limited Partnership
- Contract Drafting
- Trade Law
- Legal Research
- GDPR
- Food & Supplements
Tafadzwa P.
Cavan, Ireland
Taf is a dynamic and experienced cyber security professional with deep knowledge of various IT and security frameworks, standards, and regulations including ISO 27001, NIST CSF, COBIT, PCI/DSS, SOC 2 Type 1, SOC2 Type2, European Banking Authority (EBA) Guidelines, HIPAA, HiTrust CSF , NIS Directive and EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
I have experience with compliance automation tools like Vanta, Drata and Thoropass.
- Information Security
- Cybersecurity Management
- SOC 2
- PCI DSS
- NIST Cybersecurity Framework
- GDPR
- IT Compliance Audit
- Governance, Risk & Compliance Software
- Risk Assessment
Lewa O.
Austin, United States
Tailored Security Solutions for Startups & Mid-Sized Businesses
🔐 About Me:
Hi, I’m Lewa Owolabi, the founder of Arise Security, a boutique cybersecurity firm in Austin TX (serves clients globally) dedicated to providing security and compliance as a service.
With over 15 years of experience in cybersecurity, I’ve worked with Fortune 5 companies to stand up well architected and secure cloud infrastructures, and now I specialize in offering tailored cybersecurity programs designed specifically for startups and mid-sized businesses.
As cyber threats grow more sophisticated, I understand that securing your digital assets is not just about technology — it’s about building a proactive, risk-managed strategy that aligns with your business goals. Whether you’re launching a new startup or scaling your existing business, I bring deep expertise in building secure, compliant environments that not only protect your company but also support growth and innovation.
At Arise Security, we provide end-to-end cybersecurity solutions, from risk assessments and threat prevention to incident response and compliance, ensuring your business stays secure and meets regulatory requirements at every stage of its journey.
💼 What I Can Do for You:
- Tailored Security Programs for Startups & SMBs: Custom-designed cybersecurity frameworks that scale with your business while protecting you from evolving threats.
- Cloud Security Architecture: Build and secure your cloud infrastructure across AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud, implementing best practices for data protection, redundancy, and scalability.
- Compliance & Risk Management: Achieve and maintain compliance with local and global industry standards such as GDPR, CCPA, ISO Security and Privacy Standards, HIPAA and HITRUST, SOC 1,2, PCI-DSS, and more, while managing risk in a way that supports your business goals.
- Managed Security Services: Ongoing monitoring, threat detection, incident response, and patch management to ensure that your systems remain secure and resilient.
- Penetration Testing & Vulnerability Assessments: Identify and fix vulnerabilities before hackers can exploit them, with comprehensive security audits and penetration tests.
- Security Training & Awareness: Educate your team on the latest security threats and best practices to ensure everyone is a part of your defense strategy.
🔧 Key Technologies & Tools:
- Cloud Security: AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
- Compliance & Standards: SOC 2, HIPAA, PCI-DSS, GDPR, NIST, ISO 27001 etc.
- Security Tools: Palo Alto, Cisco, Fortinet, Splunk, Nessus, Metasploit, Wireshark
- Identity & Access Management (IAM)**: Okta, AWS IAM, Azure AD, SSO
- Vulnerability & Pen Testing: Burp Suite, OpenVAS, Kali Linux, Nmap, Nessus
- Incident Response & Forensics: SIEM, Splunk, ELK Stack, CloudWatch, CloudTrail
- Security Automation & DevSecOps: Terraform, Jenkins, Ansible, GitLab CI/CD
🚀 Why Choose Arise Security & Me?
1. Expertise from the Top: After spending over a decade and half securing infrastructures for Fortune 5 companies, I bring enterprise-level security practices to startups and mid-sized businesses. As a VC fund manager we understand the business side of an organization, speak executive language and empower founders to leverage security as a revenue protection strategy.
2. Tailored Approach: We don’t offer one-size-fits-all solutions. At Arise Security, our services are customized to meet the unique needs and challenges of your business, ensuring that your security program grows and scales with you.
3. Comprehensive Service: We are your one-stop-shop for cybersecurity and compliance. From securing your cloud infrastructure to helping you achieve compliance, we cover all aspects of digital security.
4. Proactive, Not Reactive: My philosophy is simple — we prevent security breaches before they happen. By conducting regular audits, penetration tests, and security assessments, we stay one step ahead of hackers. We offer this one time or at a SLA level.
5. Scalable Solutions: As your business grows, so does our support. We provide scalable, flexible security solutions that adapt to your evolving needs and keep you protected as you scale.
🔒 Secure Your Business for the Future
The digital landscape is full of risks, but with Arise Security, you don’t have to face them alone. We help startups and mid-sized companies design and implement robust security programs that not only protect your digital assets but also give you peace of mind to focus on growth.
Let’s build a secure, compliant foundation that's tailored for your business and scales with your growth so you can stay focused on innovation while we handle your cybersecurity.
🔗 **Let’s Connect** schedule a consultation with me to discuss how we can build a custom cybersecurity program for your business — tailored to protect your future, today.
- Network Security
- Penetration Testing
- Policy Development
- PCI
- Data Privacy
- GDPR
- HIPAA
- Risk Assessment
- ISO 27001
- Information Security Governance
Tariq S.
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
As a Senior GRC (Governance, Risk, and Compliance) Consultant with 15+ years of global experience, I help organizations achieve cybersecurity compliance with international, regional, and sector-specific standards.
EXPERTISE INCLUDES:
📜 ISO Standards: ISO 27001, ISO 22301, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001
🔒 Data Privacy: GDPR (Europe), UK GDPR, Data Protection Regulations
🛡️ Cybersecurity Frameworks:
🌍 Europe: NIS2 Directive (EU Critical Infrastructure Compliance)
🏙️ Gulf Region: NCA-CCC (KSA), SAMA CSF (Banking), UAE NESA, Qatar QCB Standards
🌏 Australia/New Zealand: Australian ISM (Information Security Manual), NZISM
🏢 SOC2: Trust Services Criteria Compliance for SaaS and Tech Companies (USA)
WHAT I OFFER:
✅ Gap Assessments and Readiness Reviews
✅ Policy and Procedure Development (full documentation suites)
✅ Risk Assessments and Risk Treatment Plans
✅ Internal Audits and Pre-certification Audits
✅ Compliance Project Management (from planning to successful certification or attestation)
INDUSTRIES SERVED:
🏦 Financial Services
💻 SaaS and Technology Companies
🏥 Healthcare
🏛️ Government and Critical Infrastructure
WHY WORK WITH ME:
Practical Compliance Expertise: I align security and privacy requirements with your business operations.
Audit Success Record: 90%+ of my clients pass audits on the first attempt.
Global Perspective: I understand regional nuances — from EU regulations to Gulf and APAC frameworks.
Clear Communication: Fast, transparent updates — no jargon, no delays.
I have successfully delivered projects across Germany, UK, France, UAE, Saudi Arabia, USA, and Australia, helping businesses of all sizes meet and exceed their compliance goals.
Whether you're aiming for ISO 27001 certification, SOC2 attestation, GDPR readiness, NIS2 compliance, or cybersecurity framework alignment across Europe, the UK, the Gulf region, Australia, New Zealand, or the USA — I can help you achieve your compliance goals efficiently and reliably.
Let's connect and secure your compliance success!
- Information Security Consultation
- Project Risk Management
- ISO 9001
- Information Security Awareness
- Information Security Audit
- Policy Writing
- Internal Auditing
- Information Security Governance
- ISO 27001
- GDPR
- ISO 14001
- SOC 2
- ISO/IEC 20000
- NIST Cybersecurity Framework
- IT Compliance Audit
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