bnkaChief Information Security Officer
Oct. 2024 - Dec. 2024Madrid, Community of Madrid, SpainAs Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at BNKA, I oversee the comprehensive security architecture for a groundbreaking financial platform that addresses the unique banking and payment needs of immigrants from LATAM moving to first-world economies. My primary responsibility is to develop, implement, and manage BNKA's information security program, ensuring the safety and integrity of cross-border payments, user data, and blockchain-powered zero-fee remittance services. I lead a team of cybersecurity professionals to monitor, detect, and respond to potential threats while driving the adoption of the latest technologies to protect sensitive financial data. By working closely with engineering, compliance, and operations teams, I ensure that BNKA’s services meet stringent regulatory standards across multiple jurisdictions while remaining scalable and secure. Given BNKA’s focus on innovative financial solutions that leverage blockchain technology, I play a key role in integrating robust security measures to protect against evolving threats in decentralized systems. I also prioritize securing our users' financial transactions across borders, safeguarding both their country of origin and new country of residence accounts. In this role, I am committed to creating a secure, user-centric platform where immigrants can trust their financial operations are protected at every step, while also fostering trust with regulatory bodies and financial partners. My goal is to continuously advance BNKA’s security framework, making it a global leader in safe and accessible financial services for underserved populations.