Aljaz Galof

Aljaz Galof has extensive work experience in risk management, compliance, and information security. Currently, they hold the position of Expert Risk & Compliance Officer, Data Protection Officer (DPO) at Aveniq since January 2023, and previously served as a Senior Risk & Compliance Officer, DPO at the same company since October 2021. Before joining Aveniq, they worked at AWK Group as the Manager of Privacy & Compliance from January 2019 to October 2021 and as a Senior Consultant from September 2015 to December 2018. Prior to that, they were an International Security Consultant at T-Systems International GmbH from January 2013 to August 2015. Aljaz also held the position of a Senior Information Security Consultant at Solira GmbH in 2012. Aljaz Galof's early career included roles such as Information Security Manager and Information Technology Consultant at Intercard AG, where they started in 1996 and eventually became the Chief Information Officer until November 2004. Overall, Aljaz Galof's work experience showcases their expertise in risk management, compliance, privacy, and information security.

Aljaz Galof holds a Master's degree in International Law and Legal Studies from the Graduate Institute of International and Development Studies, Geneva, which was obtained from 2008 to 2010. Prior to that, they also completed a Master's degree in International Relations and Affairs from the same institution, from 2004 to 2008. In addition to their educational qualifications, Aljaz Galof has acquired various certifications, including Certified Data Privacy Solutions Engineer from ISACA in June 2020, ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Auditor from BSI in March 2016, Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control from ISACA in March 2015, FireEye Systems Engineer from FireEye, Inc. in December 2014, Certified Information Security Manager from ISACA in March 2014, and ISO/IEC 22301 Lead Auditor from BSI in October 2013.