Tom Vest

Tom Vest is an experienced cross-sectoral IP network architect, security engineer, and institutional builder specializing in network and cloud security architecture. Their recent work focuses on trust zone architecture design and compliance automation across data centers and hybrid environments. With a solid background that includes ten years in international technical management for Tier One ISPs, Tom has authored methodologies, contributed to significant research grants, and served in various consultative roles for organizations like CAIDA, OECD, and ICANN. Currently, Tom holds roles in cloud compliance product engineering and security architecture at Check Point Software Technologies Ltd. Tom's academic credentials include an MA in International Relations and ongoing studies toward a PhD in International Political Economy.