Azret Deljanin
About Azret Deljanin
Azret Deljanin serves as the VP of Infrastructure & Security at Yieldstreet, where he has successfully implemented IT governance practices and achieved significant cost reductions. He has extensive experience in infrastructure and IT management, having held various leadership roles across multiple organizations.
Current Role at Yieldstreet
Azret Deljanin serves as the Vice President of Infrastructure & Security at Yieldstreet, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he oversees the company's infrastructure and security strategies, ensuring robust IT governance and risk management practices. His leadership has been instrumental in achieving significant certifications such as SOC2 and ISO27001, which enhance the company's compliance and operational standards.
Previous Experience at Yieldstreet
Before his current role, Azret Deljanin worked at Yieldstreet as the Head of Infrastructure from 2018 to 2021. During his tenure, he successfully led the development and implementation of the company's IT Governance and Risk practice. His efforts contributed to the organization obtaining critical certifications that bolster its security posture.
Professional Background
Azret Deljanin has held various positions in the technology and infrastructure sectors. He worked at Northwestern Mutual as the Senior Director of Infrastructure & IT from 2015 to 2017 and as a Tech Lead - Senior Data Engineer from 2017 to 2018. His earlier roles include Director of Infrastructure & IT at LearnVest and Regional Information Technology Manager at WeWork. His diverse experience spans over a decade in managing technology operations and infrastructure.
Education and Qualifications
Azret Deljanin earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Real Estate Investment from Baruch College, where he studied from 2004 to 2008. His academic background provides a solid foundation for his career in technology and infrastructure management, complementing his extensive professional experience.
Achievements in Infrastructure Management
Throughout his career, Azret Deljanin has achieved notable results in infrastructure management. He managed a budget exceeding $6 million annually and oversaw more than 100 technology and product vendors. In 2023, he implemented infrastructure re-architecture and service elimination strategies, resulting in a 20% reduction in total cloud spending. Additionally, he established a privacy program at Yieldstreet that aligns with both US and European Union regulations.