Remy Knecht

Remy Knecht has a diverse work experience spanning several sectors. Remy currently holds the role of Chief Security Officer at itsmeDigitalID, where they oversee the security operations of the widely accepted itsme® app, which serves as a digital identification and privacy protection solution. Remy also previously served as the COO and Head of Business Development and Partnerships at itsme® from 2017 to 2022.

In addition to their role at itsmeDigitalID, Remy is involved in various other cybersecurity initiatives. Remy is a Cyber Security Specialist at EU CyberNet, where they contribute to the development and execution of EU policies on cybersecurity. Remy is also a member of the CSIRT focus group at the Belgian Cyber Security Coalition.

Remy's expertise extends beyond cybersecurity. Remy has served as an Expert on Digital Identity Ecosystems at the World Economic Forum, where they contributed to the development of digitally enabled business models. Remy has also been a Managing Partner at Digie, focusing on the transformation of human-machine interactions in the digital age.

Prior to their current roles, Remy held positions at Flying Forward 2020, a research project focused on integrating Urban Air Mobility within the digital infrastructure of cities, and the Financial Action Task Force (FATF), where they worked as a Regtech and Fintech industry expert.

Remy has also been involved with educational institutions. Remy serves as a Topic Leader for Security Operations at Solvay Lifelong Learning | Solvay Brussels School of Economics & Management, and they have been a member of the GIAC Advisory Board at GIAC Certifications.

Remy's work experience began in 2011 when they founded and became the Managing Director of 3D CONSULT, showcasing their entrepreneurial skills and leadership abilities.

Remy Knecht's education history begins in 1990 when they attended Vrije Universiteit Brussel for a degree in Civil Engineering. They completed their studies at this institution in 1994. In the same year, from 1994 to 1995, Remy Knecht attended the European Aviation Training Center to obtain an ATPL (Airline Transport Pilot License) degree. They also enrolled at Golden Eagle Aviation during the same time period to pursue a private pilot certification.

Additionally, Remy Knecht has obtained several certifications in the field of cybersecurity. They received the GIAC GSOM certification from GIAC Certifications in July 2022. In January 2020, they obtained the Cyber Threat Hunter certification from Black Hills Information Security. Remy Knecht is also affiliated with the GIAC Advisory Board, but the specific details regarding the date of obtaining this position are not available. They have also earned several other certifications from GIAC Certifications, namely GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH), GIAC Information Security Fundamentals (GISF), and GIAC Security Essentials Certification (GSEC). The dates of obtaining these certifications, however, are not specified.