Yavor Y. Zlatev
CEO & Founder · Cybersecurity, Cloud Integration & SaaS Software Leader at Advanced Vision IT Ltd
Yavor Y. Zlatev is the CEO and Founder of Advanced Vision IT Ltd. Advising Boards, Founders, and Executive leadership teams, he builds resilient cybersecurity, cloud, and technology operating models that strengthen governance, reduce business risk, and accelerate digital transformation. With 15+ years of leadership across Cybersecurity, Cloud modernization, and MSSP/SOC operations, Yavor combines executive strategy with hands-on technical execution to drive sustainable organizational growth.
Enabling Resilient Governance, Cybersecurity Strategy & Sustainable Business Growth
Yavor Y. Zlatev believes leadership is not about directing - it is about enabling. As CEO of Advanced Vision IT Ltd, he advises executive boards and business leaders on creating mature IT operating models that align technology investments directly with commercial objectives.
Bringing over 15 years of leadership experience spanning Europe and the Middle East, Yavor has designed and operated managed security services (MSSP/SOC), led regulatory compliance programs, and executed enterprise-level cloud migrations. He is the founder of Advanced Vision IT Ltd and creator of a multi-platform ecosystem - including AdvisionIT.cloud, AdvisionIT.tech, AdvisionIT.com, CISOedu, CISOlead, and SecaaS2B.com - focused on strengthening cybersecurity maturity, risk governance, and compliance readiness.
My background combines deep strategic insight with strong technical origins in data center networking, systems engineering, and IT infrastructure management across Malta, Bulgaria, and the UAE. Yavor holds a Master's degree in Computer Systems and Technologies alongside an MA in Financial Management, bridging the gap between technical architecture and financial governance.
Fluent in English and Bulgarian, with working proficiency in Russian and Italian, Yavor actively directs cross-functional, multi-location engineering and business teams to deliver enterprise-grade managed services, NIS2 compliance frameworks, and digital transformation solutions.
Areas of Focus
Academic Background & Core Skills
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Master in Computer Systems and Technologies (Technical University of Varna)
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MA in Financial Management (D. A. Tsenov Academy of Economics)
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BA in Finance (D. A. Tsenov Academy of Economics)
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Bachelor in Information Technologies (D. A. Tsenov Academy of Economics)
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Data Privacy & Security Controls Specialist
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Security Operations & MSSP Operations Director
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Valued Member - BNI Multinational
Achievements Portfolio
Global Cloud & Cybersecurity Integrator
Recognized for building a global AWS and cybersecurity integration business serving enterprise and mid-market clients across Europe and the Middle East.
15+ Years MSSP & Security Operations Leadership
Operated continuous MSSP/SOC operations, leading high-stakes cybersecurity programs for regulated industries and NIS2 compliance initiatives.
Cyber Ecosystem Founder
Founded CISOedu and CISOlead platforms, while establishing regional NIS2 compliance and cyber insurance readiness ecosystems.
What Yavor Writes & Advises About
Executive guidance and strategic frameworks for boards, founders, and IT leaders:
- Executive Cybersecurity Strategy: Aligning security controls, board-level risk management, and governance with core commercial objectives.
- Regulatory Compliance & NIS2: Navigating complex European regulatory requirements, cyber insurance readiness, and data privacy frameworks.
- Cloud Transformation & Integration: Developing scalable multicloud operating models and modernizing legacy infrastructures.
- MSSP & SOC Leadership: Building high-performing operational teams, scaling managed IT services, and driving digital resilience.
Strengthen your executive tech & security strategy.
Connect with Yavor and the Advanced Vision IT leadership team to discuss cloud modernization, cybersecurity governance, and NIS2 compliance.