Ion Sendrea
About Ion Sendrea
Ion Sendrea serves as the Information Security Manager at SITA in Montreal, Quebec, where he has worked since 2019. He specializes in implementing security solutions for airports and provides expert support during security incidents.
Work at SITA
Ion Sendrea has served as the Information Security Manager at SITA since 2019, based in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. In this role, he has managed the implementation of a Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) solution across more than 450 airports. He has also led a Proof of Concept (POC) for implementing an Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) solution tailored for airport environments. Additionally, he provides expert-level support and technical guidance during critical security incidents, ensuring robust security measures are in place.
Education and Expertise
Ion Sendrea earned his Bachelor's Degree in Informatics and Mathematics from the State University of Moldova, where he studied from 2003 to 2007. He has furthered his education by pursuing a Cybersecurity MicroMasters Program at the Rochester Institute of Technology since 2017. His academic background equips him with a strong foundation in information security principles and practices, which he applies in his professional role.
Background
Ion Sendrea has a background in information security management, with a focus on aligning security processes with international standards. He drives the SGS Information Security Incident Process in accordance with the ISO 27001:2013 standard. His experience includes leading SITA's Security Operation Center, where he coordinates teams across various geographical regions to enhance security operations.
Achievements
In his capacity as Information Security Manager at SITA, Ion Sendrea has developed and maintained the capability to manage security incidents effectively within SITA Global Services. He supports the PCI DSS audit process and ensures compliance with SSAE SOC1 & SOC2 Type 1 standards. Additionally, he conducts Threat Intelligence analysis specifically for airports, airline companies, and the SITA Command Center, contributing to enhanced security measures in the aviation sector.