Modern CISO Network: Board Book

Jakub Bryl is an accomplished Information Security leader with nearly two decades of experience. His profile showcases a unique fusion of managerial, organizational, technical, and communication skills. Heis known for bridging the gap between information security and business requirements. As a disruptive innovator, he is dedicated to eliminating inefficiencies and dismantling procedural bottlenecks, which may not be readily apparent to traditional compliance leaders, all while optimizing operations for maximum value.

Jakub's career is a testament to his proficiency in spearheading security and compliance initiatives. He excels at optimizing processes and cultivating strong relationships with stakeholders. His innovative leadership has significantly impacted the organizations he has collaborated with, establishing him as a crucial asset in the information security field.

In his previous role at a mid-size software house, Jakub successfully led an 18-month compliance transition, culminating in the achievement of the SOC 2 Type 1 assessment, the completion of a critical customer audit, the acquisition of a SOC 2 Type 2 positive report, and the passing ISO 27001 certification. The realization of these goals in such a short timeframe was made possible by him driving the strategic shift from a startup mentality to a structured, process-oriented approach, with close collaboration across the entire organization.

Jakub's prior experiences include has held senior roles in quality, risk, and compliance within pharmaceutical companies such as GSK and Roche, as well as life science organizations like Philip Morris International.

He holds multiple professional designations, like CISM (Certified Information Security Manager), CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor), ISO 27001 Lead Auditor, and ITIL Expert. He is a long-term member of Toastmasters International and speaks at international conferences across the globe.

Currently, Jakub serves as the Head of Security and Compliance (CISO) at Tenthpin, a boutique SAP consultancy located in Zurich, Switzerland. In this role, he leads the Information Security & Compliance program.