Simon Roelly leads IT and Digital Transformation at the Swiss Federal Office for Civil Protection (FOCP). With an Executive MBA from the University of Zurich and a degree in business informatics, he is responsible for modernizing the agencys technological infrastructure and capabilities to protect the nation against a range of threats.
He has a demonstrated interest in international business, holding a certificate in "Doing Business in Ghana and West Africa. " His educational pursuits also include an interest in management programs at institutions like the University of Zurich and Yale School of Management, highlighting a focus on continuous executive-level learning.
Unique fact: He holds a specialized certificate focused on conducting business in West Africa.
Simon Roelly
Head IT and Digital Transformation at Federal Office for Civil Protection FOCP
Wohlen, Berne, Switzerland
Overview
Topics They Care About
Digital Transformation
As the Head of IT and Digital Transformation, he leads the modernization efforts for Switzerland's civil protection agency.
Cybersecurity Leadership
His organization is focused on protecting critical infrastructure and he recently advertised a key Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) role.
AI in Civil Protection
His agency, the FOCP, is actively using AI in areas like diagnostics and analysis to enhance national safety and response capabilities.
Media Appearances
Simon has no verified media appearances
Work History
8-2024
Head IT and Digital Transformation at Federal Office for Civil Protection FOCP
6-2022 - 10-2022
Head of Telematics / Programme Management (interim) at Federal Office for Civil Protection FOCP
9-2012 - 7-2024
Head IT, CIO at Federal Office for Civil Protection FOCP
8-2007 - 8-2012
IT-Manager, CIO at Gewerkschaft Unia
8-1999 - 7-2007
Head of unit IT at Swiss Tropical and Public Health Institute
8-1997 - 7-1999
Network and System Administrator at Alrodo AG (heute Marionnaud)
2-1995 - 7-1997
Product Manager for Networks at Rodata AG
8-1993 - 2-1995
Electronics Specialist and IT-Support at Phonak
Education
2015 - 2017
MBA (EMBA) from University of Zurich
2018 - 2018
Doing Business in Ghana and West Africa from Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration
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Location : Wohlen, Berne, Switzerland
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Designation : Head IT and Digital Transformation at Federal Office for Civil Protection FOCP
