Ilija Vadjon, Cissp, Cisa, Pci Isa
About Ilija Vadjon, Cissp, Cisa, Pci Isa
Ilija Vadjon is the Director of Information Risk and Offensive Security at The Wendy's Company, with over 13 years of experience in information risk management and penetration testing. He holds certifications in CISSP, CISA, and PCI ISA, and has a background in building information security teams and advising senior management.
Current Role in Information Security
Ilija Vadjon serves as the Director of Information Risk and Offensive Security within the Information Security department at The Wendy's Company. He has held this position since 2019, accumulating five years of experience in this role. His responsibilities include overseeing information risk management and leading offensive security initiatives, reflecting his expertise in the field.
Previous Experience at The Wendy's Company
Ilija Vadjon has a significant history with The Wendy's Company, where he has held multiple positions. He worked as a Senior IT Internal Auditor from 2012 to 2015 for three years, followed by a brief tenure as Manager of IT Internal Audit for five months in 2015. He then transitioned to the role of Manager of Information Risk and Offensive Security, serving from 2015 to 2019 for four years.
Experience at Ernst & Young
Ilija Vadjon gained valuable experience at Ernst & Young, where he worked as a Staff IT Auditor from 2005 to 2007 for two years, and later as a Senior IT Auditor from 2007 to 2009 for another two years. His time at Ernst & Young contributed to his foundational knowledge in information security and auditing.
Educational Background
Ilija Vadjon studied at Ohio University, where he earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) with a focus on Management Information Systems (MIS) and Finance. His studies spanned from 2001 to 2005, providing him with a solid academic foundation for his career in information security.
Certifications and Expertise
Ilija Vadjon holds several professional certifications, including CISSP, CISA, and PCI ISA. These certifications demonstrate his high level of expertise in information security and compliance. With over 13 years of experience in information risk management and penetration testing, he has a proven track record in building information security teams and advising senior management on risk-related matters.