Ellie Vasilaki
About Ellie Vasilaki
Ellie Vasilaki serves as the IT Controls Manager for CCO Technology at HSBC, a position she has held since 2018. With a strong background in risk management and information security, she has previously worked at Legal & General, BNP Paribas, and Citi.
Work at HSBC
Ellie Vasilaki has been serving as the IT Controls Manager within the CCO Technology division at HSBC since 2018. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing IT controls and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Her position involves collaborating with various teams to enhance operational efficiency and mitigate risks associated with technology. Vasilaki's tenure at HSBC has been marked by her ability to effectively gain support from all Operations & Technology sectors during projects.
Previous Experience in IT Risk Management
Prior to her current role at HSBC, Ellie Vasilaki held several key positions in IT risk management. She worked at Legal & General as the IT Risk and Controls Manager from 2016 to 2018, where she focused on strengthening IT governance and risk frameworks. Before that, she was an Independent IT Risk Consultant at BNP Paribas for three months in 2014, providing operational risk analysis. Additionally, Vasilaki spent seven years at Citi as a Risk Manager from 2007 to 2014, where she developed her expertise in risk assessment and management.
Education and Expertise
Ellie Vasilaki studied at the University of Greenwich, where she earned a BA (Hons) in Business Administration and Management from 2002 to 2003. Her education laid the foundation for her career in IT risk management and controls. Vasilaki has developed a strong background in Change, Incident, Problem, and Vendor Management, which complements her extensive experience in providing audit support across multiple technology functions within the EMEA region.
Leadership in Information Security
Ellie Vasilaki is recognized for her leadership and expertise in Information Security and Continuity of Business. Throughout her career, she has demonstrated a commitment to enhancing security measures and ensuring business continuity in technology operations. Her ability to lead teams and projects effectively has contributed to her reputation in the field.