Maximilian Gusset
Cyber Security Specialist
Zurich
Summary
Hi, I'm Max. I have over twenty-five years of experience in computer science. Director of Security with 16 years of experience. Leads, maintains and improves operations. Thorough knowledge of Cyber Security Architecture and Engineering, Cloud Security Concepts and Architecture, Cyber Security Assessment and Testing, Cyber Security Operations, Defense and Warfare
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Cyber Security Specialist
Rheinmetall
Zurich, Switzerland, ZH
03.2025 - Current
- Monitored confidential company data and mitigated hacking through network systems updates.
- Recommend improvements in security systems and procedures.
- Performed risk analyses to identify appropriate security countermeasures.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Encrypted data and erected firewalls to protect confidential information.
- Conducted security audits to identify vulnerabilities.
Cyber Security Architect
KYNDRYL
10.2019 - 03.2025
- Design of Zero Trust strategy and architecture including security developing of security concepts, directives, guidelines
- Providing consulting in connection with security incidents of information security measures
- Continuous improvement of business continuity management and resiliency, including periodic BC/DR tests
- Planning, conducting of risk-oriented security audits such as vulnerability assessment and penetration testing
- Responsibility for continuous improvement of IT security system and monitoring compliance
- Contributing expertise to further development of existing Security Operation Center (SOC), for architecture, monitoring, identification and handling of vulnerabilities in area of information security, execution of incident response exercises (War Room Exercises)
- Monitored confidential company data and mitigated hacking through network systems updates
- Applied leading theories and concepts to development, maintenance, and implementation of information security standards, procedures, and guidelines
- Performed risk and vulnerability assessments and provided results and recommendations to senior management
- Validated and verified system security requirements definitions and analyzed system security designs
- Developed and implemented security programs and policies and monitored compliance across departments
- Planned and oversaw configuration changes for security infrastructure platforms
- Provided consultation and technical services on all aspects of information security
- Counseled senior-level management on current privacy and security trends and recommendations to mitigate risk
- Performed and reviewed technical security assessments to identify points of vulnerability and non-compliance and recommend mitigation strategies
- Provided technical leadership focused on Information Security
- Conducted security audits to identify vulnerabilities
- Recommend improvements in security systems and procedures
- Managed data center system upgrade delivering better reliability and security for server hosting and enterprise applications
- Reviewed violations of computer security procedures and developed mitigation plans
- Performed risk analyses to identify appropriate security countermeasures
- Developed plans to safeguard computer files against modification, destruction or disclosure
- Engineered, maintained and repaired security systems.
Chief Information Security Officer
White & Case LLP
01.2014 - 08.2019
- Directed security services and safety functions to align key processes with goals and objectives of organization and regulatory compliance
- Oversaw safety of assets by enforcing and regulating security policies and procedures and monitoring and maintaining security systems
- Researched, reviewed and recommended equipment, materials and supplies to prepare and maintain security expenses within approved budget
- Coordinated emergency evacuation drills and exercises and developed and improved emergency procedures
- Established measures, metrics, thresholds and targets to drive performance in alignment with security and other business strategies
- Conducted security audits to identify vulnerabilities
- Recommend improvements in security systems and procedures
- Performed risk analyses to identify appropriate security countermeasures
- Developed plans to safeguard computer files against modification, destruction or disclosure
- Reviewed violations of computer security procedures and developed mitigation plans.
IT Security Manager
AGT International
06.2008 - 12.2013
- Established company-wide security best practices and protocols to mitigate risks
- Conducted drills to keep security staff on alert
- Led identification, development, implementation and maintenance of security requirements for entire organization
- Maintained high standards of excellence for security programs, strategies and plans
- Verified excellence in regards to security programs, strategies and plans within fast-paced and high-risk environments
- Created and implemented security network framework across devices
- Monitored video surveillance feed and system alerts for suspicious activity
- Optimized security programs, administrative functions and business management
- Directed efforts to mitigate threats to infrastructure, reduce risks and optimize access to critical information.
Education
Ph.D. - Offensive Cyber Engineering
Capitol Technology University
Laurel, MD 04.2025 - Current
Master of Science - Cyber Engineering
Capitol Technology University
Laurel, MD 01.2024 - 04.2025
Bachelor of Science - Business Information Technology
Kalaidos University
Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) - Technical Information Technology
Polytechnics School
ZurichSkills
- Cyber Security and Risk Management
- Cyber Security Architecture and Engineering
- Cloud Security Concepts and Architecture
- Cyber Security Assessment and Testing
- Cyber Security Operations, Defense and Warfare
- Cyber Threat Hunting and Intelligence
- Communications and Network Security
- Identity and Access Management
Certification
CISSP - Certified Information System Security Professional
CCSP - Certified Cloud Security Professional
Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer and Associate Azure Fundamentals .
Work Availability
monday
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thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Affiliations
- Capitol Technology University
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
German
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
French
Intermediate (B1)
Timeline
Ph.D. - Offensive Cyber Engineering
Capitol Technology University
04.2025 - Current
Cyber Security Specialist
Rheinmetall
03.2025 - Current
Master of Science - Cyber Engineering
Capitol Technology University
01.2024 - 04.2025
Cyber Security Architect
KYNDRYL
10.2019 - 03.2025
Chief Information Security Officer
White & Case LLP
01.2014 - 08.2019
IT Security Manager
AGT International
06.2008 - 12.2013
Bachelor of Science - Business Information Technology
Kalaidos University
Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) - Technical Information Technology
Polytechnics School
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