Interview

Unsung Professional: Tetsuya Kobayashi and his 20+ Years of Experience

Tetsuya Kobayashi

Tetsuya has extensive experience in IT infrastructure, including network equipment and servers, and currently focuses on proposing cybersecurity measures for government agencies and critical infrastructure companies.
He is certified in Japan as a Registered Information Security Specialist and brings a global perspective through active collaboration with international partners while continuing to support domestic clients.
Tetsuya is skilled at addressing both technical and customer issues on-site, and he plays a central role in mentoring junior colleagues and advancing team knowledge development.

Specialization and Career: Tetsuya studied economics for his undergraduate education but became an IT professional and acquired foundational knowledge through the company’s in-house training. He had the opportunity to learn about IT from the ground up and was able to apply the analytical and quantitative skills he developed while studying economics.

Growth at CDL: Tetsuya in English. At first, he found this challenging, but with the support of his colleagues and consistent practice, he became comfortable working in this environment. Beyond language skills, he believes his ability to be proactive and believe in himself -- “I can do something,”—has been important strengths throughout his career. Cyber Defense Labs has a unique environment that allows for professional growth, even for those without prior experience. Looking ahead, Tetsuya hopes to actively acquire new skills while continuing to leverage his existing strengths.

Future Goals

Since Cyber Defense Labs is still a young organization, Tetsuya aims to help build a strong foundation for the company.
Unlike his previous opportunities, Tetsuya has more opportunities to engage with government agencies and critical infrastructure companies. In such an organization, where national policies, laws, and systems are closely connected, he hopes to increase his knowledge to a level where he can understand cyber and political trends to provide accurate advice to clients.