Moshe Zioni
About Moshe Zioni
Moshe Zioni is the Director of Product Security at Island and a co-founder of Shabbatcon, with extensive experience in cybersecurity across various sectors. He specializes in detection algorithms and incident response strategies, and has contributed significantly to the hacking community through research and insights shared at global conferences.
Work at Island
Moshe Zioni currently serves as the Director of Product Security at Island, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he focuses on enhancing the security of products, leveraging his extensive experience in cybersecurity. His work at Island is based in Tel Aviv-Yafo, Tel Aviv District, Israel, where he contributes to the company's mission of providing secure digital environments.
Education and Expertise
Moshe Zioni has a diverse educational background. He studied Mathematics and Physics at Bar-Ilan University, achieving a B.Sc. from 2007 to 2010. He also studied Biology and Computer Programming at Ma'alot from 1998 to 2001. Additionally, he is an autodidact, having pursued self-directed learning in various fields. His expertise lies in creating detection algorithms and incident response strategies, applicable across multiple industries.
Background
Moshe Zioni has a substantial background in cybersecurity, beginning his career as a Cybersecurity Specialist with the Israel Air Force (IAF) from 2002 to 2005. He later held various positions in cybersecurity firms, including roles at Comsec, Akamai Technologies, and Apiiro. His experience spans over two decades, during which he has worked with diverse sectors such as banking, insurance, and telecommunications.
Achievements
Moshe Zioni co-founded Shabbatcon, a security conference that has been active for over six years, contributing to the hacking community. He has also been a constant contributor to global conferences, sharing insights and research in cybersecurity. His leadership roles in various organizations, including as Director of Threat Research at Akamai Technologies and VP of Security Research at Apiiro, highlight his influence in the field.
Professional Contributions
Throughout his career, Moshe Zioni has maintained a holistic approach to cybersecurity, balancing broad perspectives with in-depth technical knowledge. He has emphasized the importance of tutoring to improve security practices, sharing this philosophy in various forums. His contributions to the hacking community and involvement in multiple sectors underscore his commitment to advancing cybersecurity.