{"id":637,"date":"2025-06-12T21:16:22","date_gmt":"2025-06-12T19:16:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/links.cerist.dz\/?page_id=637"},"modified":"2025-06-21T22:17:27","modified_gmt":"2025-06-21T20:17:27","slug":"speakers-2","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/links.cerist.dz\/index.php\/speakers-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Speakers"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Dmitry<\/span> KIM<\/span><\/div>

Introducing Positive Technologies & PT Network Attack Discovery: Full network visibility<\/b><\/p><\/div>

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Mark<\/span> VOLFSON<\/span><\/div>

Application security: The strategy around secure development processes<\/b><\/p><\/div>

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Imane<\/span> BENKHELIFA<\/span><\/div>

CERIST Innovation Hub Offer for Insurance Companies<\/b><\/p><\/div>

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Idris <\/span> SI-AHMED<\/span><\/div>

Proxylan: The Trusted Partner for Your Digital Transformation Security<\/b><\/p><\/div>

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Abdenour<\/span> HADDOU<\/span><\/div>

National Venture Building Studio: CyberSecurity for Fintech<\/b><\/p><\/div>

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Ayoub<\/span> SI-AHMED<\/span><\/div>

Strengthening Cyber Defense with Modern SOC<\/b><\/p><\/div>

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Dmitry in his current role of director for network security has deep expertise in ethical hacking, anti-crisis cybersecurity, and nation-scale cyber defence. Dmitry brings unique insight into how to protect entire industries and ministries before and after cyberattacks. <\/span>At Positive Technologies, he leads key platform initiatives on how to build ultimate network security and has successfully delivered projects for multiple ministries and mission critical objects.<\/span><\/div>
\"\"\u00a0 Superpowers\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/div>
\u00a0\u2022 Ethical hacking platform leadership<\/span><\/div>
\u00a0\u2022 Cybersecurity strategy Before and After attacks<\/span><\/div>
\u00a0\u2022 Crisis management in real-time<\/span><\/div>
\u00a0\u2022 National-scale project execution\u00a0<\/span><\/div>
Dmitry\u2019s talk will provide rare, real-world insight into managing cyber crises, protecting critical infrastructure, and leading secure digital transformation at scale.<\/span><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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Mark comes with 8 years of Cyber Security experience of which 5 years in DevSecOps in various large and boutique consulting companies in North America. During the past 3 years he has build complex DevSecOps programs for organizations in the financial and telecom industries. <\/span><\/div>
During this current role at Positive Technologies, he is focused on building out our Application Security business on global markets. In particular to our partners business, he is committed in building long-lasting and scalable relationships with the focus on DevSecOps expertise.<\/span><\/div>
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\u2022 Ryerson University (Toronto, Canada)<\/span><\/div>
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Dr. Imane Benkhelifa is a dynamic entrepreneur and leading cybersecurity expert, recognized for her ability to transform high-impact research into deep tech startups with real-world applications. As the founder of Proxylan SPA, she has been at the forefront of digital security innovation, supporting both public organizations in navigating complex cybersecurity landscape. <\/span>Driven by a passion for solving pressing societal challenges through technology, she has successfully led the development of multiple IoT-based smart city solutions, spanning urban mobility, intelligent recommended systems,\u00a0 smart building, healthcare innovations, and UAV-based platforms. Her work bridges the gap between research excellence and entrepreneurial execution, consistently delivering ventures that blend cutting-edge tech with sustainable, scalable models. <\/span>As the founder and manager of CERIST Innovation Hub, an incubator\/accelerator dedicated to emerging technologies, she aims to build a robust pipeline of deep tech ventures. With startegic partenerships with key stakeholders, the incubator is promising to become a national reference point, consistently identifying, supporting, and preparing high-potential startups for market launch and investment-readiness. Her strategic vision and execution help researchers and innovators to fast-track their projects from concept to commercialization. <\/span>She is also a catalyst for national and international collaboration, having initiated and led strategic partnerships between research teams and key industry players. These partnerships have resulted in joint workshops, co-development projects, and innovation-driven alliances aimed at accelerating tech adoption in critical sectors.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Idris is the General Manager of PROXYLAN, a subsidiary of CERIST, and a public company specializing in digital services and cybersecurity. He has over seven years of experience in managing cybersecurity projects, conducting IT security audits, and coordinating technical teams. <\/span>In his managerial role, he is responsible for developing and monitoring strategic execution plans aligned with the company\u2019s overall objectives. His missions include risk analysis and management, as well as the operational steering of cybersecurity activities. He also plays an active role in the implementation of innovative solutions aimed at strengthening information system security and promoting Algerian digital sovereignty. <\/span>A cybersecurity trainer and author of a recognized vulnerability (CVE-2020-13150), he is deeply committed to fostering a culture of digital security within Algerian institutions.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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An Algerian entrepreneur with a focus on advanced technology, known for his global perspective and strategic approach. He has a strong academic background, holding a Ph.D. in economics with a specialization in international trade, as well as degrees in engineering and international law. Deeply interested in the practical applications of artificial intelligence, he works to explore innovative solutions for complex global challenges. <\/span>His academic journey has taken him through institutions in Russia and Canada, and he completed his Ph.D. at a university in South Korea, demonstrating a commitment to multidisciplinary and international learning. <\/span>As a co-founder of the DeepMinds Venture Building Studio, he has contributed to developing a platform dedicated to fostering startups and technological solutions. Currently, as Chief Technology Officer, he applies his expertise in technology, economics, and law to support initiatives that bring emerging technologies closer to practical use. His efforts reflect a thoughtful integration of leadership, technical knowledge, and a dedication to contributing to the evolving technological landscape.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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is a cybersecurity expert specializing in intelligent systems and information technologies applied to the medical field. He holds a Master\u2019s degree in Information Systems Security, awarded in July 2019 from Saad Dahleb University of Blida, where he graduated top of his class with a thesis focused on log analysis. <\/span>Currently pursuing a PhD at the University of Blida, his research centers on securing Internet of Medical Things (IoMT) systems, with a particular emphasis on applying Machine Learning and Deep Learning techniques to enhance threat detection. <\/span>In March 2023, his work was published in the journal\u00a0Applied Soft Computing<\/em>, presenting a scientific article on intrusion detection systems (IDS) tailored for the IoMT environment. <\/span>Since 2019, Ayoub has served as an IT security consultant and team coordinator at PROXYLAN, a subsidiary of CERIST. In this role, he has conducted numerous security audits on information systems, covering both infrastructure and web applications. He has also developed scanning tools and delivered extensive training on application security and the protection of sensitive data.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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