Dmitri Vitaliev
About Dmitri Vitaliev
Dmitri Vitaliev is the Director at eQualit.ie, where he has worked since 2010. He specializes in digital security for human rights organizations, having developed training programs, security strategies, and technologies to protect activists and promote online privacy.
Work at eQualit.ie
Dmitri Vitaliev has served as the Director at eQualit.ie since 2010. In this role, he has been instrumental in developing and implementing information security strategies tailored for human rights organizations. His leadership has contributed to the establishment of global networks of trainers and security specialists, enhancing the capacity of civil society to address digital security challenges.
Education and Expertise
Dmitri Vitaliev possesses extensive expertise in digital security and privacy technology, particularly for civil society organizations. He has developed educational curricula and training programs focused on digital security principles. His work includes authoring the manual 'Digital Security and Privacy for Human Rights Defenders', which serves as a key resource for activists and organizations in the field.
Background
Dmitri Vitaliev has over fifteen years of experience in digital security and privacy technology. He has conducted fieldwork in more than 40 countries, gaining insights into the security needs of various organizations. His background includes being a founding member and coordinator of the NGO-in-a-Box Security Edition project, which aimed to enhance security for non-governmental organizations.
Achievements
Dmitri Vitaliev has made significant contributions to the field of digital security through various initiatives. He was the original instigator of the Security-in-a-Box project, which provides resources for activists to protect their digital privacy. Additionally, he has developed defensive network technology, including anti-DDoS infrastructure and machine-led botnet behavior profiling, to safeguard freedom of expression online.
Publications and Contributions
Dmitri Vitaliev regularly contributes to technology publications, sharing his insights and expertise on digital security. His authorship of 'Digital Security and Privacy for Human Rights Defenders' highlights his commitment to educating and empowering activists in the realm of digital security. Through these contributions, he plays a vital role in advancing the discourse on technology and human rights.