Leila Kuntar is a Principal Information Security Engineer based in Nice with nine years of software and security experience, currently leading security initiatives at Amadeus. She progressed from software development into senior security roles, blending hands-on engineering experience with threat-aware architecture and secure development practices. Her academic background includes a Master’s in Computer Information System Security and a Master of Science in Ubiquitous Networking, giving her a strong foundation in both systems security and networked systems. Known for translating deep technical knowledge into pragmatic controls, she excels at closing the gap between developers and security teams in large-scale travel technology. An interesting thread through her career is long-term continuity at Amadeus, where she evolved from developer to principal security engineer, demonstrating both technical growth and institutional impact.
9 years of coding experience
12 years of employment as a software developer
Master of Science Ubiquitous Networking, Master of Science Ubiquitous Networking at Polytech Nice Sophia
Master’s Degree Computer Information System Security, Master’s Degree Computer Information System Security at Peter the Great St.Petersburg Polytechnic University
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Leila Kuntar - Principal Information Security Engineer