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Vitaliy Berezyuk
Manager: Information Security, IT Risk, Cybersecurity, Data Privacy, Litigation, Compliance
Chicago, IL, United States
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Education:
Bachelor's Degree
Criminal Justice and International Studies
Loyola University Chicago
2003 : 2006
Juris Doctor (J.D.)
Jurisprudence
Lviv State University of Internal Affairs
1998 : 2001
Juris Doctor (J.D.)
International Law
Lviv National University of Ivan Franko
Criminal Justice and International Studies
Loyola University Chicago
2003 : 2006
Juris Doctor (J.D.)
Jurisprudence
Lviv State University of Internal Affairs
1998 : 2001
Juris Doctor (J.D.)
International Law
Lviv National University of Ivan Franko
Experience:
• Manage global projects to implement information security and privacy programs
• Serve as a response coordinator for assessments, security inquires, questionnaires and Requests for Proposals (RFPs)
• Oversee risk assessments for technology solutions, for applications, for services and document the potential impact of products/services
• Work with the development, business and legal teams and advise on design and maintenance of effective information security controls compliant with ISO 27001, NIST 800-53, PCI, SOC, GDPR
• Handle information security audits, risk remediation and mitigation efforts
• Manage Privacy Risk/Impact Assessments
• Provide information security awareness and data privacy webinars to internal teams
• Negotiate information security and technology related contracts addressing network, infrastructure, equipment and solutions
• Analyze and develop information security policies and procedures
• Maintain Information Security and Data Privacy Database (Ombud, PMAPS, Archer, OneTrust)
• Manage monthly metrics and reports on various information security matters such as security risk assessments, privacy risk assessments, global application footprint, access control metrics
2017 : Present
BCD Meetings & Events
Manager, Information Security, Data Privacy and Compliance
• Supervised 30 legal support staff and monitored activity of 15 litigation attorneys
• Conducted Litigation 101 training sessions; provided ongoing and consistent coaching to all employees; suggested, developed, and implemented better training procedures
• Communicated job expectations to employees to gain maximum productivity; planned, monitored, and appraised job results; developed, coordinated, and enforced systems, policies, procedures, and productivity standards
• Analyzed, planned, and coordinated the workflow of the department; identified opportunities to reduce production time while maintaining accuracy and avoiding overstaffing or understaffing; made timely and effective decisions affecting the department workflow and production; created procedures and implemented directives to improve department's efficiency
• Offered recommendations to the Executive Committee for process improvements and business development; provided advice, guidance, and direction to carry out plans and procedures
• Conducted performance review and counseling; documented employee disciplinary actions; ensured that all personnel issues are resolved legally and promptly through corrective action; took prompt and effective measures to prevent performance and behavior problems
• Managed team compensation and promotional increases balancing department rewards and department profitability
• Handled conference calls and meetings with clients on behalf of a litigation department; implemented client directives and monitored for compliance and accuracy; researched client audit reports and scorecards for possible rebuttals; analyzed and resolved quality and customer service problems
• Conducted quality control of litigation work; analyzed chronologies; created and maintained internal audit processes; enforced quality and customer service standards; monitored department tasks to ensure timeline compliance is met, as directed by the managing attorneys, the court
2013 : 2016
Pierce and Associates
Litigation Supervisor
• Managed a litigation department representing mortgage lenders and other financial institutions in all facets of foreclosure and real estate litigation
• Hired, trained, supervised, and motivated paralegals in a fast-paced environment
• Delegated responsibilities to employees and filled any vacant staff position when necessary
• Conducted employee evaluations
• Ensured compliance of all work with appropriate standards, regulations, and client directives
• Implemented and managed multiple simultaneous projects and prepared accurate and comprehensive reports
• Worked closely with audit team and clients to identify and resolve potential and existing issues
• Established consistent procedures and increased department efficiency by initiating systems for accountability and by instituting effective training programs
• Reviewed files and sent hearing instructions to attorneys who cover the cases (informing them about details of the case, pending pleadings, multiple/upcoming court dates, flaws in opposing party's defense, deadlines, procedural errors)
• Conducted factual research on complex litigation files and prepared litigation time-lines/chronologies; conducted legal research upon request (e.g. discovery disputes; violation of court rules)
2010 : 2013
Fisher and Shapiro, LLC
Manager of Litigation Department
• Serve as a response coordinator for assessments, security inquires, questionnaires and Requests for Proposals (RFPs)
• Oversee risk assessments for technology solutions, for applications, for services and document the potential impact of products/services
• Work with the development, business and legal teams and advise on design and maintenance of effective information security controls compliant with ISO 27001, NIST 800-53, PCI, SOC, GDPR
• Handle information security audits, risk remediation and mitigation efforts
• Manage Privacy Risk/Impact Assessments
• Provide information security awareness and data privacy webinars to internal teams
• Negotiate information security and technology related contracts addressing network, infrastructure, equipment and solutions
• Analyze and develop information security policies and procedures
• Maintain Information Security and Data Privacy Database (Ombud, PMAPS, Archer, OneTrust)
• Manage monthly metrics and reports on various information security matters such as security risk assessments, privacy risk assessments, global application footprint, access control metrics
2017 : Present
BCD Meetings & Events
Manager, Information Security, Data Privacy and Compliance
• Supervised 30 legal support staff and monitored activity of 15 litigation attorneys
• Conducted Litigation 101 training sessions; provided ongoing and consistent coaching to all employees; suggested, developed, and implemented better training procedures
• Communicated job expectations to employees to gain maximum productivity; planned, monitored, and appraised job results; developed, coordinated, and enforced systems, policies, procedures, and productivity standards
• Analyzed, planned, and coordinated the workflow of the department; identified opportunities to reduce production time while maintaining accuracy and avoiding overstaffing or understaffing; made timely and effective decisions affecting the department workflow and production; created procedures and implemented directives to improve department's efficiency
• Offered recommendations to the Executive Committee for process improvements and business development; provided advice, guidance, and direction to carry out plans and procedures
• Conducted performance review and counseling; documented employee disciplinary actions; ensured that all personnel issues are resolved legally and promptly through corrective action; took prompt and effective measures to prevent performance and behavior problems
• Managed team compensation and promotional increases balancing department rewards and department profitability
• Handled conference calls and meetings with clients on behalf of a litigation department; implemented client directives and monitored for compliance and accuracy; researched client audit reports and scorecards for possible rebuttals; analyzed and resolved quality and customer service problems
• Conducted quality control of litigation work; analyzed chronologies; created and maintained internal audit processes; enforced quality and customer service standards; monitored department tasks to ensure timeline compliance is met, as directed by the managing attorneys, the court
2013 : 2016
Pierce and Associates
Litigation Supervisor
• Managed a litigation department representing mortgage lenders and other financial institutions in all facets of foreclosure and real estate litigation
• Hired, trained, supervised, and motivated paralegals in a fast-paced environment
• Delegated responsibilities to employees and filled any vacant staff position when necessary
• Conducted employee evaluations
• Ensured compliance of all work with appropriate standards, regulations, and client directives
• Implemented and managed multiple simultaneous projects and prepared accurate and comprehensive reports
• Worked closely with audit team and clients to identify and resolve potential and existing issues
• Established consistent procedures and increased department efficiency by initiating systems for accountability and by instituting effective training programs
• Reviewed files and sent hearing instructions to attorneys who cover the cases (informing them about details of the case, pending pleadings, multiple/upcoming court dates, flaws in opposing party's defense, deadlines, procedural errors)
• Conducted factual research on complex litigation files and prepared litigation time-lines/chronologies; conducted legal research upon request (e.g. discovery disputes; violation of court rules)
2010 : 2013
Fisher and Shapiro, LLC
Manager of Litigation Department
Company:
BCD Meetings & Events
Years of Experience:
13
Spoken Language:
English, Polish, Russian, Ukrainian
Skills
Back-End Web Development, Business Operations, Cloud Computing, Commercial Litigation, Computer Security, Cybersecurity, Ethical Hacking, Information Security, Information Security Management, International Law, IT Security Operations, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Life Skills, Litigation, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Negotiation, Network Security, OWASP, Penetration Testing, Personal Development, Project Management, Public Speaking, Research, Security, Security Management, Talent Acquisition and Recruiting, Team Management, Time Management, Vulnerability Management, Web Application Security, Westlaw
About
A manager with 11 years of technical and people experience and with extensive knowledge of legal and information security practices. Skilled in Information Security, Technology, IT Risk, Compliance, Contract Negotiation, Litigation, Business Operations, Data Privacy and International Law.
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