About me
Trust is one of the main pillar of Business.
Zoltan Heffentrager
From law enforcement and national security to cyber security and IT audit – my journey has always been about protecting people, information and systems.
I am a cybersecurity and security management professional with experience in IT auditing, vulnerability management and risk analysis. I’ve worked in high-responsibility roles in policing, national security, counter-intelligence, cyber threat intelligence and internal IT audit – across Hungary, the EU and now Malta.
Cybersecurity Expert
Mellieħa, Malta
- Mellieħa, Malta
- info@heffentrager.site
- LinkedIn profile
Journey
My Professional Story
Internal IT Auditor – Zampa Partners (Malta)
As an Internal IT Auditor, I conduct comprehensive audits to identify vulnerabilities, support regulatory compliance and help build robust, secure IT systems. I also helped design and launch a new Virtual Chief Information Security Officer (vCISO) service line, enhancing the firm’s cybersecurity advisory capabilities.
Working in a multicultural environment in Malta allows me to combine technical expertise with governance, risk and compliance perspectives.
Information Security Specialist – Deutsche Telekom IT Solutions
In the Cyber Threat Intelligence Department, I worked on vulnerability management, incident detection and response. I supported the protection of both internal infrastructure and customer environments, translating complex threats into actionable risk-reduction measures.
Junior Cybersecurity Expert – Fortix Consulting Ltd.
As a junior cybersecurity expert, I gained hands-on experience in security assessments and advisory work, further strengthening my technical foundation and understanding of security best practices.
EU Border Debriefer – FRONTEX Joint Operation Themis
I participated in the Joint Operation Themis 2022 of the European Border and Coast Guard Agency (FRONTEX), focusing on collecting, analysing and reporting information related to illegal migration and supporting local law enforcement. This experience gave me deep insight into EU-level cooperation and international operations.
Law Enforcement & National Security – Hungary
I served as a police investigator, national security officer and counter-intelligence professional. My work included identifying unknown perpetrators, managing criminal procedures, acting as drug liaison officer and coordinating with local government and civil organisations.
Later I moved into national security and counter-intelligence, collecting and analysing information from open sources, databases, human sources and partner services. My reports supported high-level decision-making and were sometimes reflected in government information materials.
Academic Background
- Cybersecurity Expert (MA) – National University of Public Service (2023 – 2025)
- Civilian National Security Expert (MA) – National University of Public Service (2020 – 2022)
- Computer System Maintainer – Vocational Training (2014 – 2015)
New life abroad
Relocating to Malta gave me the opportunity to connect my public sector background with modern cybersecurity and IT governance. Today I work at the intersection of technology, regulation and human factors – helping organisations stay secure and compliant.