Data Privacy (USA Standards)

INTRODUCTION:
With 15 years of expertise in law enforcement and data protection, I've been dedicated to upholding human rights and ensuring the legality of personal data processing. From Investigator of Especially Important Cases to Acting Head of the Department at the State Inspector Service of Georgia, I've led initiatives in various investigations and data protection.
Currently, as Deputy Head at the Personal Data Protection Service, I oversee data processing and ensure GDPR compliance. Contributing as a Member Representative in entities like CyberEast, my commitment extends to national cybersecurity. I also train at the Defense Institutional Building School, educating on personal data protection and human rights.
With a Master's in Cybersecurity in progress, I am committed to staying at the forefront of the field, ready to meet the challenges of our ever-evolving digital landscape.

EDUCATION:

Master of Science in Cybersecurity (in progress): ST Andrew’s Georgian University (SANGU), Tbilisi.
Master of Science in Cybersecurity: Northern Kentucky University (NKU), USA (2023 – 2024).
Bachelor of Law: Georgian Technical University (GTU), Tbilisi (2005-2009).
Certificate of Higher Education in National Security and Public Policy: The Georgian Foundation for Strategic and International Studies, Tbilisi (2019 – 2020).
Certificate of Higher Education in Social Science - Certified Trainer: Georgia Public Safety Training Center (GPSTC), USA (2018).
Certificate of Higher Education in Law: MIA National Police Academy, Tbilisi (2010).

MEMEBERSHIP IN A PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATION:
Member of EUROPOL
Member of the National Cybersecurity Interagency Working Group
Member of the National Cybersecurity Strategy Program Board
Member of CyberEast
Member of Ad hoc Committee for the Right of the Child - COE