Leadership & Expertise
Converged Security Leadership Profile
Cybersecurity & Digital Resilience Leader | Converged Security Strategist | Distinguished Professor | Industry Advisor
Director, Converged Security Institute
Prof. Dr. Vladimir Bunic
Cybersecurity & Digital Resilience Leader | Converged Security Strategist | Distinguished Professor | Industry Advisor
With over two decades at the intersection of cyber, physical, and digital security, Prof. Dr. Vladimir Bunic specialises in designing integrated security architectures that strengthen organisational resilience and enable confident decision‑making in complex environments. His work blends deep technical expertise with strategic clarity, ensuring organisations stay ahead of evolving threats.
He holds a Doctor of Science (D.Sc) in Cyber‑Physical Security, a PhD in Cybersecurity, and a DBA in General Management, supported by postgraduate studies in Digital Transformation, International Law, and Project Management. This multidisciplinary foundation allows him to bridge executive strategy with advanced security engineering.
As a QAHE Distinguished Professor in IT & Cyber Security and a Certified Lecturer in Cybersecurity, he is committed to making sophisticated security concepts accessible for executives, practitioners, and future leaders. His dedication to education has been recognised through the Excellence in Education Award 2025/2026.
His industry contributions have also earned global recognition, including the Cybersecurity Excellence Award – Continuous Improvement & Optimization Expert of the Year (Silver), highlighting his impact on advancing security standards and operational resilience.
Across consulting, academia, and leadership roles, Prof. Dr. Bunic collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to identify vulnerabilities, enhance cyber‑physical systems, and align security initiatives with business value. He remains actively engaged in global forums and workshops, advocating for stronger security cultures and driving forward the evolution of digital resilience.
Current & Past Positions
Roles & Positions
Distinguished Professor in IT & Cyber Security
QAHE Distinguished Professor and Certified Lecturer in Cybersecurity
Director, Converged Security Institute (CSI)
Converged Security & Digital Transformation Strategist
Dean of Cybersecurity Program
Business Technology Academy, Ireland
Cyber-Physical Systems Security Expert
Nestlé / Global IT BCN - prior enterprise security role
Specialisations
Areas of Expertise
Career Highlights
Achievements & Leadership
2026
Distinguished Professor in IT & Cyber Security
Recognised by QAHE with a Distinguished Professorship Award, reflecting academic leadership and contribution to IT and cyber security education.
2026
Cybersecurity Excellence Award Recognition
Named Continuous Improvement & Optimization Expert of the Year - Silver in the Cybersecurity Excellence Awards.
2025/2026
Excellence in Education Award
Recognised with the Excellence in Education Award 2025/2026 for dedication to making sophisticated security concepts accessible to executives, practitioners, and future leaders.
2025
Global Recognition & Industry Leadership
Recognised for strategic leadership, industry transformation, research excellence, and education leadership in converged security at global forums and workshops.
Research & Publications
Converged Security Thought Leadership
Author of publications on enterprise converged security systems, EU legislative frameworks, governance challenges, and security for manufacturing environments.
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