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Michal Kriz🎗️

Observer · DISC type ci
Head of Cyber Security, CISO at Zentiva
📍 Prague, Czechia

Michal is the Head of Cyber Security and CISO at Zentiva, with extensive experience from roles at ČEZ and Vodafone. Colleagues describe him as a smart colleague with a rare combination of technical expertise and customer focus. He studied Applied Informatics at the Institute of Finance and Administration.

Outside of work, Michal shares humorous and candid observations about his daily life in Prague, from his commute to frustrating experiences with delivery services. He also posts personal anecdotes and reflections, showing a keen awareness of his surroundings and a relatable sense of humor.

He once publicly shared a screenshot of a phishing attempt targeting him, humorously noting the irony for a cybersecurity professional.

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Experience
31 Years
Current Role
Head of Cyber Security, CISO
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Prague, Czechia
Personality Overview

How Michal shows up

Example Seeker
Value Driven
Assertive

They are generally strong communicators and are not easy to convince. They can sound friendly and charming but can quickly change gears to become inquisitive and probing. They often ask many questions and rely heavily on information and documentation.

Priorities

Topics Michal cares about

Cybersecurity Leadership
As CISO for Zentiva and former security head at Vodafone and ČEZ, he has a long track record in managing and leading corporate cybersecurity and privacy functions.
Phishing Awareness
He publicly shared his own experience with a phishing scam, demonstrating a personal interest in bringing attention to online security threats in a relatable way.
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Career

Work history

4-2018
Head of Cyber Security, CISO
Zentiva
5-2017 - 3-2018
Group SOC manager
ČEZ
6-2012 - 12-2016
Head Of Security
Vodafone Czech Republic
12-2011 - 7-2012
Chief Technology Security and Privacy Officer
Vodafone Czech Republic
4-2009 - 12-2011
ICT Security Manager & Privacy Officer
Vodafone Czech Republic
In the press

Media appearances

Michal Kriz - IT Security Manager, CISO at Zentiva | The Org. Featured in The Org
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Education
2003 - 2004
Applied Informatics
Institute of Finance and Administration
1985 - 1989
1989
High School
Social presence
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

c

Calculativeness (C)

Calculativeness (C) reflects the degree to which a person is likely to be cautious, systematic and analytical. Those scoring high tend to emphasise quality and accuracy.

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