Shira Livshitz

Shira Livshitz is a seasoned cybersecurity professional currently serving as the Director of Cybersecurity Strategy and Business Operations at Marqeta since April 2025, where responsibilities include leading strategic planning and overseeing cross-functional security initiatives. Prior experience includes a role as Manager of Technical Program Management for Security & IT Programs at Cruise, where Shira built and managed a team focused on security and IT projects. Earlier roles at Novartis involved acting as SOC Content Lead and Cyber Security Researcher, while service in the Israel Defense Forces included positions as a Cyber Security Researcher and R&D Team Leader. Shira holds an MBA in Marketing & Organizational Behavior from Tel Aviv University and completed the LEAD Leadership Program at Stanford University in 2023.