Mārtiņš Švirksts

Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) @ OWBoost | CRISC, CISM

Riga, Latvia

About

As an accomplished information security professional with a track record of success in protecting my clients' most valuable asset - their data - I am passionate about staying on the cutting edge of the field. My diverse background as a consultant, auditor, and internal cybersecurity expert/information security officer has allowed me to develop a deep understanding of the unique challenges and priorities that each role faces. As a CISM and CRISC certified professional, I am committed to continuously learning and staying up-to-date on the latest trends and technologies. I believe that knowledge sharing is key to helping our industry grow and thrive, and am grateful to those who have invested in my own professional development. I am dedicated to helping others succeed in their own careers..

Experience

  • OWBoost (Full-time · 3 yrs 9 mos)
    • Chief Information Security Officer
      Jan 2023 - Present · 3 yrs 6 mos

    • Information Security Officer
      Oct 2022 - Jan 2023 · 4 mos

  • Board Member at ISACA Latvia chapter
    Apr 2016 - Present · 10 yrs 3 mos

  • Cybersecurity expert at Latvijas Mobilais Telefons SIA
    Feb 2020 - Oct 2022 · 2 yrs 9 mos

  • IT Security Governance Officer at Luminor Group
    Dec 2019 - Feb 2020 · 3 mos

  • Regional Information Security Officer at MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company
    Oct 2018 - Dec 2019 · 1 yr 3 mos

    As Regional Information Security Officer, Im overseeing MSC Agencies in 19 countries (1000+ end users). As part of my duties, I: *Maintain regional Information Security Framework and underlying policies, procedures, standards and guidelines in close collaboration with MSC global IS/IT organization; *Developing, maintaining and update the regional Information Security Strategy and Information Security Program, associated Information security policies and procedures; *Perform checkups and audits to ensure appropriate administrative, physical and technical safeguards are in place to protect MSC information assets from internal and external threats; *Conduct and complete periodically reviews and audits as required engaging both internal and external resources; *Ensure that disaster recovery and emergency operating procedures are in place and tested on a regular basis; *Act as the committed owner of the security incident and vulnerability management processes from design to implementation and beyond; *Ensure effective staff training programs is in place, educate employees on information security related topics; *Support other IT teams with their ongoing project, consulting about best approaches on security; *Coordinate incident investigation and resolution.