Ilya Kolmanovich
About Ilya Kolmanovich
Ilya Kolmanovich is the Senior Manager of Security Operations & Security Assurance at Wealthsimple and the Co-Founder & CEO of Secruit, with extensive experience in cybersecurity and fraud detection.
Current Role at Secruit
Ilya Kolmanovich currently serves as the Co-Founder and CEO of Secruit, a position he has held since 2022. He operates in the Toronto, Canada area, leveraging his extensive background in cybersecurity to guide the firm's strategy and operations. His role involves steering the company's vision, managing executive decisions, and leading the overall direction of the business.
Senior Manager at Wealthsimple
Ilya Kolmanovich holds the position of Senior Manager, Security Operations & Security Assurance at Wealthsimple, based in Israel since 2021. In this role, he oversees the security operations team, ensuring robust security assurance measures are implemented and maintained. His work is integral to safeguarding Wealthsimple's digital assets and maintaining compliance with security policies.
Experience at RBC
From 2018 to 2021, Ilya Kolmanovich was the Director of Threat Hunting at RBC in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Over three years, he led threat hunting initiatives, identifying and mitigating cybersecurity threats. His leadership in this area played a crucial role in enhancing RBC's security posture and protecting the institution's information assets.
Previous Work at IBM
Between 2013 and 2018, Ilya Kolmanovich worked as a Senior Threat Researcher at IBM in Toronto, Canada. During his five-year tenure, he conducted extensive cybersecurity research, contributing to the development of advanced threat detection methodologies. His role was pivotal in supporting IBM's security programs and initiatives.
Technical Expertise and Skills
Ilya Kolmanovich has expertise in building programs that support teams of security engineers in developing proactive detection products. He possesses skills in Python development, which he utilizes in cybersecurity operations. His strong background in fraud detection has significantly contributed to his effectiveness in leadership roles within the cybersecurity domain.