Information Security Fundamentals

Prof. Avishai Wool is a distinguished faculty member at Tel Aviv University's School of Electrical Engineering and co-founder and CTO of AlgoSec, a leading software company specializing in network security policy management. His career began in the IDF's prestigious Unit 8200, which has become known as "The Secret Startup Machine" due to its role in producing numerous successful tech entrepreneurs. His expertise spans both academic research and practical application in cybersecurity, demonstrated through his leadership at AlgoSec, where he has helped develop cutting-edge security management solutions, while simultaneously contributing to academic research and education in electrical engineering. His work represents the successful integration of military intelligence experience, academic expertise, and entrepreneurial innovation in cybersecurity, contributing significantly to Israel's position as a global leader in tech innovation.

Dan Gittik is a distinguished lecturer in Information Security at Tel Aviv University, bringing diverse experience from both military and corporate sectors. His career path includes serving as a tech lead and corporate innovator at the Ministry of Defense's cyber division for five years, followed by roles at prominent tech companies including Google London's Android Framework team and Magic Leap's AI division. His expertise spans information security, Python programming, and artificial intelligence, making him a versatile technology expert. As a lecturer, he combines his practical experience from military service, industry, and academia to deliver comprehensive instruction in cybersecurity. His teaching approach often incorporates advanced programming concepts, including tracing, metaprogramming, and bytecode manipulation, particularly in Python. His diverse background across multiple sectors enables him to bring real-world applications and practical insights to his academic instruction.