Serbia’s cybersecurity sector is growing fast. New laws, stronger infrastructure, and rising digital adoption have created a clear need for leaders who can protect data, guide strategy, and support national resilience. The CISOs on this list stand out for their experience, influence, and commitment to improving Serbia’s cybersecurity posture across both public and private sectors.
Sanja Kekić
Sanja is the Immediate Past President of the ISACA Belgrade Chapter and President of Women4Cyber Serbia. She brings more than two decades of experience in banking and telecom. She is known for leading major cybersecurity programs and for her role as one of Europe’s most influential women in the field.
Nebojša Jokić
Nebojša is the Executive Director of the Cybersecurity Network Foundation. He plays a key role in national cybersecurity coordination and helps connect experts, regulators, and the private sector to improve Serbia’s overall security readiness.
Adel Abusara
Adel serves as President of the Cybersecurity Network Foundation. He supports policy development, education, and industry collaboration. His leadership helps shape Serbia’s long term cybersecurity strategies.
Milan Sekuloski
Milan is a Board Member of the Cybersecurity Network Foundation. He has deep technical and regulatory experience and contributes to improving cybersecurity standards and policy development across the region.
Irina Rizmal
Irina is also a Board Member of the Cybersecurity Network Foundation. She is known for her work in incident response and for advancing international cooperation in cybersecurity.
Dr. Marko Krstić
Dr. Krstić is a respected cybersecurity expert and keynote speaker. He helps drive awareness around risk based defense and has contributed to the direction of Serbia’s updated Information Security Law.
Bojan Stojanović
Bojan is the CISO at one of Serbia’s leading financial institutions. He is known for introducing modern approaches to risk management and compliance in a sector that faces constant threat activity.
Milica Đorđević
Milica serves as CISO at a major Serbian telecom provider. She leads critical infrastructure protection programs and is a strong advocate for increasing the presence of women in cybersecurity.
Vladimir Petrović
Vladimir is the CISO of a large Serbian tech company. He is recognized for his work on secure cloud adoption and digital transformation projects that support long-term growth.
Jelena Ilić
Jelena is the CISO for a leading Serbian government agency. She has played a major role in improving national cyber defenses and supporting cooperation between public and private organizations.
These leaders protect more than networks. They mentor younger professionals, support policy development, and guide Serbia’s response to new and complex cyber threats. Their work has a direct impact on the country’s digital growth and resilience. Serbia is moving toward a stronger cybersecurity landscape with new laws, rising awareness, and a growing community of skilled professionals. The CISOs on this list are at the forefront of this change. Their influence will help shape how Serbia manages cyber risk in the years ahead.