St. Petersburg continues to shape Russia’s cybersecurity landscape through strong technical talent, mature research teams, and enterprise demand across finance, energy, and logistics. The city produces many of the country’s most respected security leaders who guide critical infrastructure, banking systems, and threat intelligence programs.
Andrey Lavrentyev
Head of Information Security, TransContainer North West
Andrey Lavrentyev leads security for a major Russian logistics operator. His role focuses on cargo protection, infrastructure resilience, and secure operations across the region’s transport routes.
Natalia Kaspersky
President, InfoWatch Group
Natalia Kaspersky leads a Russian company focused on data protection and insider threat security. She is a long standing figure in the local cybersecurity community and supports enterprise security programs across the country.
Alexey Pavlov
Head of Information Security, PJSC Lenenergo
Alexey Pavlov secures one of St. Petersburg’s major power distribution companies. His work includes risk reduction for vital electrical infrastructure that serves millions of residents.
St. Petersburg’s cybersecurity community continues to grow as the city strengthens its role in Russia’s digital landscape. These leaders shape how major institutions defend their networks, respond to incidents, and plan for emerging threats. Their work influences not only local enterprises but also the wider security industry. As threats evolve, the region will rely on experts like these to guide strategy and keep critical systems resilient.