Vladis Käkinen
About Vladis Käkinen
Vladis Käkinen is a Microsoft Cloud Security Engineer with a background in Business and Information Security. He holds a Bachelor of Science from Jönköping University and a Master of Science from Stockholm University, and has previously worked as a Cyber Security Analyst at Capgemini.
Work at Sinch
Vladis Käkinen currently serves as a Microsoft Cloud Security Engineer at Sinch, a role he has held since 2021. His position involves ensuring the security of cloud-based services and infrastructure, which is critical in today's digital landscape. Based in Stockholm, Käkinen contributes to the company's efforts in maintaining robust security protocols and practices within their cloud offerings.
Education and Expertise
Vladis Käkinen has a strong educational background in business and information security. He earned a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Business with a major in Business from Jönköping University, where he studied from 2012 to 2015. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Science (MSc) in Information Security from Stockholm University from 2015 to 2017. Additionally, he attended WHU – Otto Beisheim School of Management for 11 months in 2014, enhancing his business acumen.
Background
Vladis Käkinen's educational journey began at Narva Vanalinna State School, where he studied from 2000 to 2012. This foundational education set the stage for his later studies in business and information security. Before his current role at Sinch, he worked at Capgemini as a Cyber Security Analyst from 2018 to 2021, gaining valuable experience in the field of cybersecurity while based in Stockholm, Sweden.
Professional Experience
Before joining Sinch, Vladis Käkinen accumulated three years of experience as a Cyber Security Analyst at Capgemini, where he focused on various aspects of cybersecurity. His role involved analyzing security systems and implementing measures to protect sensitive information. This experience has equipped him with the skills necessary to excel in his current position as a Microsoft Cloud Security Engineer.