Betul Unan,E MBA, Pmp, Cisa
About Betul Unan,E MBA, Pmp, Cisa
Betul Unan is an Information Security Officer with extensive experience in IT risk management and compliance. She has held various positions in organizations such as Exasol, adidas, and AvivaSA, and has served on the board of ISACA Istanbul Chapter.
Current Role at Exasol
Betul Unan serves as the Information Security Officer at Exasol, a position she has held since 2019. Located in the Nürnberg Area of Germany, she is responsible for overseeing the company's information security protocols and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations. Her role involves managing risks associated with information technology and implementing strategies to protect sensitive data.
Previous Experience in Information Security
Before joining Exasol, Betul Unan held several significant positions in the field of information security. She worked as the Senior Manager of Information Security Governance at adidas from 2017 to 2019. Prior to that, she was the Head of IT Security, Compliance, and Risk at AvivaSA Emeklilik ve Hayat for one year in 2016. Her experience also includes serving as an IT Risk & Compliance Consultant at AvivaSA from 2014 to 2016.
Career Background in Finance and Auditing
Betul Unan began her career in finance as a Financial Auditor at Isbank, where she worked from 2005 to 2008. This role provided her with a solid foundation in financial processes and compliance. Additionally, she served on the Board of the ISACA Istanbul Chapter as Events Director from 2011 to 2015, where she contributed to organizing events focused on information security and governance.
Education and Certifications
Betul Unan holds a Master's degree in Executive MBA from Bahçeşehir Üniversitesi, which she completed between 2013 and 2015. She also earned a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering from Yildiz Teknik Üniversitesi, graduating in 2004. Her professional qualifications include certifications such as ISO27001LA, CISA, Cobit5 Foundation, ITILF, and PMP, reflecting her expertise in IT process management and audit.
Expertise in IT Risk Management
Betul Unan specializes in IT Risk Management and Business Continuity Management. Her extensive background includes a strong focus on compliance and internal control management. She has developed expertise in IT process management and IT audit, positioning her as a knowledgeable professional in the information security domain.