Bob Antia
About Bob Antia
Bob Antia serves as the Data Protection Officer at Kaseya and has extensive experience in IT risk management and cybersecurity, currently working as an Executive Security and Data Privacy Consultant at Towerwall, Inc. His career spans over 30 years, with roles in various organizations, including Health Dialog and Unitrends, where he has developed expertise in international privacy compliance and cloud infrastructure.
Work at Kaseya
Bob Antia currently serves as the Data Protection Officer at Kaseya, a position he has held since 2021. His role focuses on ensuring data protection and compliance within the organization. Prior to this, he worked as the Director of Data Compliance on a contract basis in 2019. During his tenure at Kaseya, he has contributed to enhancing the company's data governance framework and has played a key role in implementing best practices in data privacy.
Current Role at Towerwall, Inc.
Since 2020, Bob Antia has been an Executive Security and Data Privacy Consultant at Towerwall, Inc. in Boston, Massachusetts. In this role, he provides expert guidance on data security and privacy strategies, helping organizations navigate complex regulatory environments. His experience in data protection and compliance informs his consultancy work, allowing him to offer tailored solutions to clients.
Previous Experience in Cybersecurity and IT
Bob Antia has extensive experience in cybersecurity and IT management. He served as the Interim Chief Security Officer at Health Dialog for five months in 2016. Additionally, he held various roles at Unitrends, including Chief Security Officer and VP of Cloud Delivery from 2017 to 2018. His background also includes significant positions at Guardent and Arrowstreet Capital, where he managed IT operations and security initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Bob Antia possesses over 30 years of experience in IT Risk, Governance, and Cybersecurity. He has a deep understanding of international privacy and regulatory compliance, which enhances his ability to manage data protection initiatives. His expertise extends to increasing cloud SaaS margins while improving cloud availability and reducing infrastructure risks. He specializes in simplifying complex problems into clear, actionable choices.
Career Timeline
Bob Antia's career spans several decades, with notable positions including Sysadmin/Manager IT at Kendall Square Research from 1991 to 1994, and VP IT and Business Operations at Unitrends from 2016 to 2017. He has also worked in various capacities at Kaseya, including Chief Security Officer from 2018 to 2019, and has held leadership roles at Guardent and Versign, contributing to global operations and security architecture.