Elad Elouz
About Elad Elouz
Elad Elouz serves as the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at PayEm in Israel, a position he has held since 2024 after previously working as the Information Security Manager at the same company. With extensive experience in cybersecurity, he has managed security practices across various sectors and has a strong educational background in cybersecurity and business management.
Work at PayEm
Elad Elouz serves as the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at PayEm since 2024. In this role, he oversees the organization's information security strategy and implementation. Prior to becoming CISO, he worked as the Information Security Manager at PayEm from 2022 to 2024. During his tenure, he focused on enhancing the company's security posture and managing security initiatives. His experience at PayEm reflects his commitment to maintaining robust security practices in a rapidly evolving technological landscape.
Education and Expertise
Elad Elouz has a strong educational background in cybersecurity and technology. He studied Cyber/Electronic Operations and Warfare at the University of Washington, where he completed the Essentials of Cybersecurity program from 2021 to 2022. He also holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Management and Computer Science from The Open University of Israel, obtained between 2013 and 2017. Additionally, he achieved certifications as a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) and as a Microsoft Certified IT Professional from the Technion - Israel Institute of Technology.
Background
Elad Elouz has extensive experience in information security, having worked in various roles across different organizations. He was the Zero Trust & Applications Security Manager at KLA from 2015 to 2022, where he was responsible for overseeing technical and process security controls. Prior to that, he served as a Senior IT Infrastructures Engineer in the Ofek 324 Unit of the Israeli Air Force from 2010 to 2015. His diverse background equips him with a comprehensive understanding of cybersecurity challenges across multiple sectors.
Achievements
Elad Elouz has managed significant projects, including the integration of two companies during M&A transactions, which involved coordinating efforts across different time zones and cultures. He has implemented security practices for Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and DevSecOps, emphasizing continuous improvement in response to evolving security threats. Additionally, he has developed automated cloud security incident response processes and playbooks, utilizing tools like Kubernetes to enhance organizational security.