Yev Avidon

Yev Avidon is an accomplished cybersecurity professional with extensive experience in data protection and security compliance. Currently serving as the Director of Cybersecurity and Data Protection at Kroger since November 2022, Yev previously held multiple associate director roles at AT&T from July 2015 to November 2022, focusing on cybersecurity, data governance, and enterprise security compliance. Prior experience includes a managerial position in IT Risk and Compliance Management at DIRECTV from December 2012 until its acquisition by AT&T, as well as leadership roles in IT security and auditing at the Los Angeles Times, Cedars-Sinai, and Ameriquest Capital Group. Yev holds multiple degrees from Champlain College, including a Master of Science in Information Security and an MBA, alongside a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from California State University, Northridge.