Cosmin Catrinescu
About Cosmin Catrinescu
Cosmin Catrinescu is the Director of Data Privacy & Corporate Security at Vena Solutions, where he has worked since 2015. He has over 10 years of experience in systems and network design, focusing on security development and infrastructure design.
Work at Vena Solutions
Cosmin Catrinescu serves as the Director of Data Privacy & Corporate Security at Vena Solutions, a position he has held since 2015. In this role, he is responsible for managing the identification, monitoring, and documentation of risks to the business. He drives risk mitigation strategies to protect the company's data and infrastructure. His work involves collaborating with product development and engineering teams to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, employing methodologies such as Security by Design and Privacy by Design.
Education and Expertise
Cosmin Catrinescu completed his education at Humberside Collegiate Institute and Centennial College, where he earned his Toronto Secondary School Diploma from 2000 to 2004. He then attended York University, obtaining a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Computer Science from 2004 to 2008. With over 10 years of experience, he specializes in systems and network design, security development, implementation, migration, and maintenance, focusing on scalable virtualized systems and network/data security.
Background
Cosmin Catrinescu has a diverse professional background, having worked in various sectors including Mining, Travel, Architecture & Engineering, and Software. His experience encompasses physical and logical security, providing him with a comprehensive understanding of security needs across different industries. Prior to his current role, he held positions at IBI Group as an ITS Engineer and at Cougar Software as an IT Consultant.
Achievements in Security Management
In his role, Cosmin Catrinescu has built and maintained a vulnerability management framework that includes penetration testing, vulnerability scanning, network monitoring, and remediation timelines. He has developed secure systems adhering to PCI DSS standards, SOC1 & SOC2, and ISO27001. Additionally, he creates and maintains a governance framework that includes policies and guidelines to prevent and detect violations of laws and regulations.
Customer Engagement and Satisfaction
Cosmin Catrinescu regularly engages with customers to understand their business drivers and applies relevant considerations to enhance product offerings. His focus on customer satisfaction aims to reduce churn and improve the overall user experience. By integrating customer feedback into product development, he ensures that Vena Solutions' services align with client needs.