Background and Early Influences: Tamar Ben-Ami was born and raised in Haifa, Israel, a city celebrated for its thriving tech ecosystem and innovative startups. Coming from a family with a solid military background, Tamar was immersed in the importance of security from an early age. Her natural problem-solving abilities and curiosity about technology led her to pursue a Cybersecurity and Computer Science degree at the Technion–Israel Institute of Technology. During her studies, Tamar developed a passion for defending systems against cyber threats, earning a reputation for her analytical skills and dedication to protecting digital information.
Career Path and Expertise: Upon graduation, Tamar joined the elite cyber defense unit of the Israeli Defense Forces, where she gained hands-on experience in cybersecurity, threat detection, and offensive security operations. Working on critical projects to protect national infrastructure, she became proficient in defending complex systems from cyber threats. Her in-depth knowledge of security vulnerabilities and her proactive approach to threat mitigation established her as a crucial member of her team.
After her military service, Tamar transitioned to the private sector, taking on senior cybersecurity roles at prominent tech companies in Israel. Her work involved building secure systems, developing multi-layered defense protocols, and managing comprehensive threat detection and response strategies. Tamar became a recognized leader in the cybersecurity field, known for fostering a culture of security awareness and implementing robust protections across organizations.
Joining MonetaPlatform.ai: In 2024, Tamar joined MonetaPlatform.ai as the Vice President of Security Engineering. MonetaPlatform, an innovative company developing an end-to-end banking platform, needed a seasoned cybersecurity expert to oversee the protection of its systems and data. Tamar’s extensive background in both offensive and defensive security strategies made her the perfect fit to lead the company’s efforts to secure its financial services platform.
Role and Responsibilities: As VP of Security Engineering, Tamar is responsible for safeguarding MonetaPlatform’s infrastructure, software, and data from internal and external threats. She collaborates closely with engineering, infrastructure, and product teams to embed security into every platform development phase. Her responsibilities include implementing encryption, rigorous access controls, and continuous system monitoring to detect and neutralize vulnerabilities. Tamar designs defense mechanisms to guard against various threats, from malware and ransomware attacks to insider risks. She oversees the company’s incident response plans to ensure rapid and effective action in case of a security breach.
Her leadership is essential as MonetaPlatform prepares to launch its next-generation banking platform. Under her guidance, the company’s security architecture is built to be robust and scalable, supporting MonetaPlatform’s growth while maintaining the highest security standards.
Personal Interests: Outside of her professional role, Tamar is a passionate advocate for cybersecurity education. She frequently speaks at industry conferences and mentors aspiring cybersecurity professionals, sharing her knowledge and inspiring the next generation of security leaders. In her free time, she enjoys hiking in Israel’s beautiful countryside, finding inspiration and clarity in nature as she strategizes to stay ahead of emerging security threats.
Commitment to Security: Tamar Ben-Ami’s cybersecurity expertise and proactive approach to threat mitigation are invaluable assets to MonetaPlatform.ai. Her leadership ensures that the company’s banking platform is innovative, secure, and resilient, ready to withstand the evolving challenges of the digital world.