Felipe Ruiz

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Nominee’s NameFelipe Ruiz Rivillas
Nominee’s Job Title or RoleCISO & VP CORE NETWORKS
Company / OrganizationLiberty Latin America
Company size15,000 - 19,999 employees
CountryUnited States
World RegionSouth America
Websitehttps://lla.com/

NOMINATION HIGHLIGHTS

As CISO of Liberty Latin America, I have led one of the most complex cybersecurity transformations in the telecommunications sector across 20+ countries in the Americas, uniting diverse markets under a single vision: to turn cybersecurity from a cost center into a strategic business enabler. Recognized as one of the most influential CISOs in Latin America, I have consistently delivered results that strengthen resilience, trust, and business growth.

1. Proven Measurable Impact
In recent years, I have achieved tangible, measurable outcomes:

Reduced critical vulnerabilities through an enterprise-wide vulnerability management program.

Cut incident response time from hours to minutes through automation, AI-driven detection, and proactive threat hunting.

Increased phishing resilience from 65% to 95% click-through avoidance through targeted awareness campaigns.

2. Recognized Leadership
My leadership has been honored across the region, including winning the Best Cybersecurity Project Award at Conecta Latam for innovative approaches to awareness, resilience, and operational continuity. These recognitions reflect my ability to execute strategies that not only protect assets but also inspire teams and elevate industry standards in Latin America.

3. Building a Security-First Culture
True resilience comes from people as much as technology. I have championed programs that make every employee a cybersecurity ambassador, aligning security awareness with our corporate mission of connecting communities. This cultural transformation has been instrumental in operational reliability and customer trust.

In Conclusion
Cybersecurity leadership today is not only about avoiding breaches, it’s about enabling growth, innovation, and trust in an increasingly hostile digital world. I have demonstrated the vision, measurable impact, and transformative leadership that define a recognized CISO. Recognizing this work at Cybersecurity Excellence Awards would celebrate not only my achievements but also the advancement of cybersecurity excellence across Latin America.
Thank you!