Yuri Soldatenkov is a relentlessly dedicated cybersecurity leader with 20+ years of front-line experience driving enterprise security strategy, risk management, and infrastructure resilience. As Director of Cybersecurity at Kemper Development Company, he leads initiatives to strengthen security defenses and keep the organization ahead of evolving threats. Passionate about safeguarding both the business and its people, he has championed Zero Trust adoption, guided cloud security transformations, and elevated enterprise defenses across multiple industries, including technology, manufacturing, real estate, logistics, and construction. As a CISSP, CCSP, and holder of 3x GIAC certifications, he applies deep expertise in cybersecurity operations and network security to safeguard critical systems, defend against advanced threats, and ensure secure business operations.