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Alejandro Villar

Madrid,M

Summary

Dynamic senior professional with extensive experience driving results in complex global environments, specializing in the implementation of comprehensive global Cybersecurity models. Proven track record of leading impactful projects across IT and OT service delivery, significantly enhancing corporate cyber resilience and ensuring robust protection and business continuity in critical settings. Recognized as an industry representative in specialized forums, with a broad network within the Technology and Cybersecurity landscape cultivated to foster collaboration and innovation. Deep expertise in policies, frameworks, and regulations—including NIST, ISO 27001, SOX, IEC 62443, GDPR, NIS Directive, and ITIL—supports a strong focus on practical and effective application to meet organizational needs.


LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/villar-alejandro/

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Global CISO (interim)

TK Elevator
12.2023 - 08.2025
  • Led comprehensive cybersecurity assessments to strengthen organizational resilience.
  • Spearheaded the development of the 2025–2027 strategic roadmap for IT/OT/IoT environments.
  • Elevated team performance by assessing competencies and realigning resources with strategic priorities.
  • Drove significant improvements in cybersecurity KPIs, strengthening risk management and defense capabilities.

Entelgy Innotec – Director, Industrial Cybersecuri

Entelgy Innotec
01.2020 - 10.2023
  • Built organizational capabilities by championing the development of industrial cybersecurity expertise and knowledge.
  • Positioned the company as a reference in industrial cybersecurity through thought leadership and advisory contributions.

CISO - Global Head Cybersecurity & Technological Risk

Repsol S.A.
01.2008 - 01.2020
  • Directed global IT & OT cybersecurity strategy, delivering multi-year strategic plans and complex project portfolios.
  • Established and governed cybersecurity operating models, ensuring effective oversight of operations worldwide.
  • Secured IT continuity (ISO 22301 certification) for critical business processes.
  • Provided executive-level reporting on cybersecurity posture and risks to the Board and senior stakeholders.

Regional IT Manager - EMEA

Repsol S.A.
01.2005 - 01.2008
  • Oversaw IT service delivery across EMEA, ensuring operational excellence and compliance with corporate standards.
  • Aligned regional IT operations with business goals, enabling efficiency and scalability.

IT Business Partner

Repsol S.A.
01.2001 - 01.2005
  • Acted as strategic technology advisor to the Exploration & Production business unit.
  • Bridged IT and business strategies to maximize operational and commercial outcomes.

IT Service Manager

YPF S.A.
05.1996 - 01.2001
  • Directed implementation and management of IT services, improving service reliability and performance.
  • Ensured high operational availability through proactive supervision and process optimization.

Education

Information Systems Engineer -

Universidad Tecnológica Nacional

Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) -

ISACA

Advanced Management Program -

ESADE Bussiness And Law School
01-2010

Comprehensive Program in Financial Management And -

Universidad Austral
01-2004

Skills

  • Effective leadership
  • Management of multidisciplinary and distributed teams
  • Development and execution of strategic plans
  • Building collaborative working relationships
  • Clear communication of technical issues
  • Strategic decision facilitation
  • Results-driven business perspective
  • Business continuity planning
  • Cybersecurity reporting tools
  • Understanding of industry standards
  • Problem-solving expertise

Accomplishments

  • Positioning Cybersecurity: Established a well-defined, proactive, and business-oriented cybersecurity management practice, achieving internal/external recognition at Repsol and TKE. Managed incidents and crises with no relevant impact on the companies.
  • ICT Risk Management: Promoted the technological risk management methodology with multidisciplinary teams. Developed risk maps to prioritize investment decisions.
  • From people to a team: Built highly specialized, diverse, and motivated teams with a strong growth mindset.
  • Challenging international environment: Led IT/Cybersecurity service implementation and delivery teams across countries with diverse cultures.

Timeline

Global CISO (interim)

TK Elevator
12.2023 - 08.2025

Entelgy Innotec – Director, Industrial Cybersecuri

Entelgy Innotec
01.2020 - 10.2023

CISO - Global Head Cybersecurity & Technological Risk

Repsol S.A.
01.2008 - 01.2020

Regional IT Manager - EMEA

Repsol S.A.
01.2005 - 01.2008

IT Business Partner

Repsol S.A.
01.2001 - 01.2005

IT Service Manager

YPF S.A.
05.1996 - 01.2001

Information Systems Engineer -

Universidad Tecnológica Nacional

Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) -

ISACA

Advanced Management Program -

ESADE Bussiness And Law School

Comprehensive Program in Financial Management And -

Universidad Austral
Alejandro Villar