Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 26 years of experience in ICT and cybersecurity, the expert specializes in strategic management and project leadership. Key qualifications include expertise in Service Oriented Architecture, cryptography, cloud solutions, and network security. Responsibilities have included managing international projects funded by the EU and World Bank, delivering cybersecurity strategies and capacity building. Career highlights include developing security measures for high-volume transaction systems and leading teams in public sector consultancy. Previously held roles such as consulting manager and project manager, the expert has reported to top management and ensured compliance with international standards.

Project experience and donor exposure

The expert has collaborated with international donors including the World Bank, European Union, Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ), and UNDP. Involvement in these collaborations has encompassed project implementation, technical assistance, capacity building, and cybersecurity strategy development. The thematic areas covered include governance, digital transformation, and cybersecurity. Projects have been both regional and national in scope, taking place in locations such as Cambodia, Malawi, Belgium, Sierra Leone, India, Serbia, and Libya.

Sectors and geographic focus

Worked across diverse sectors such as information and communication technology, finance, energy, education, and public administration. Roles have included cybersecurity consultant, project manager, and solution architect, focusing on digital transformation and security strategy. The expert's interdisciplinary expertise includes digitalization in government and cybersecurity in public services. Geographic experience spans multiple regions, including Europe, Asia, and Africa, addressing sector-specific challenges and implementing international standards in diverse environments. The expert has extensive familiarity with local governance and development issues, particularly in the Balkans and Southeast Asia, through long-term projects addressing regional cybersecurity and digital transformation challenges.

Languages and education

With a background in languages, the expert is a native speaker of Serbian and fluent in English, French, and Serbo-Croatian. These language skills have been utilized in various professional contexts, including international projects and multilingual teams across diverse countries. The expert has also contributed to translation tasks, such as translating the MEHARI methodology documentation from English and French to Serbian. Educational background includes a Master of Science in Information Technology from the University of Belgrade, Serbia, Graduate Studies in ICT Management at Union - Nikola Tesla University, Serbia, a Bachelor of Business Administration in Tax and Customs from Belgrade Business School, Serbia, and a diploma as an Automated Controlled Systems Technician from Electro Technical High School Nikola Tesla, Serbia.