Genaro Liriano, Cissp, Ewscp
About Genaro Liriano, Cissp, Ewscp
Genaro Liriano is the Director of Technology Operations Risk Management at CIBC in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, with extensive experience in information security and risk management.
Current Roles at CIBC
Genaro Liriano has been serving as the Director of Technology Operations Risk Management at CIBC since 2019, based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Concurrently, he also holds the position of Director, Technology Operations Risk Advisory at the same institution. His roles focus on overseeing technology operations and advising on risk management strategies within the organization.
Previous Roles at BMO Financial Group
Genaro Liriano previously worked at BMO Financial Group in several capacities. He served as Senior Manager, DLP, in 2019 for six months. Before that, he was the Senior Manager, Information Security Processes & Tools Governance from 2016 to 2019. He also held the role of Senior Information Security Advisor-Information Security Officer - Team Lead from 2014 to 2016.
Experience at Teranet Inc.
From 1999 to 2014, Genaro Liriano was employed at Teranet Inc. in various roles. He initially joined as a Maintenance Activation Coordinator from 1999 to 2001, followed by a position as Help Desk\\Customer Service Specialist from 2001 to 2005. He later became an Information Technology Security Specialist, serving in this role until 2014.
Educational Background
Genaro Liriano has pursued a diverse range of educational programs. He is currently studying Business Administration and Management at the University of the People from 2022 to 2025. He holds a 5th-degree black belt from IOGKF International, achieved between 2011 to 2018. He studied Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C in 2010 at F.A.S.T. and received Enterprise & Web Security certification from Learning Tree International between 2009 to 2011. He attained his CISSP certification from ISC2 from 2008 to 2013 and studied Joint Health and Safety Committee at WSIB in 2006. Additionally, he has completed a 23-year-long program in I.T. and Management at Ryerson University.
Certifications and Specialized Training
Genaro Liriano is certified in multiple professional areas. He holds the CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional) certification, achieved through ISC2 from 2008 to 2013. Additionally, he is an Enterprise & Web Security Certified Professional, certified by Learning Tree International from 2009 to 2011. He is also certified by the Dominican National Commission of Public Speaking & Broadcasting.