Iyuno Appoints Joseph Brandifino as Vice President, Security, to Lead Strategic Efforts Worldwide

BURBANK, Calif. February 27, 2025 – Iyuno is pleased to announce the appointment of Joseph Brandifino as Vice President of Security, strengthening its commitment to protecting digital content and media assets. With two decades of experience across the public and private sector, to include leading global security initiatives at Netflix, Brandifino brings unparalleled expertise in cybersecurity, content protection, and risk management. 

"Joseph’s leadership and deep experience in securing digital content, particularly in an era of rapidly evolving threats, will be invaluable as Iyuno continues to reinforce its security first posture," said Allan Dembry, Chief Information Officer at Iyuno. "His strategic insights will help drive our security initiatives and further solidify our position as an industry leader." 

In his new role, Brandifino will oversee Iyuno’s comprehensive security strategy, including the protection of sensitive content, ensuring the success of physical and cybersecurity initiatives, and complying with global standards. He will lead a cross-functional team to mitigate risks and prevent unauthorized access to the company’s assets and media workflows.

In addition, Brandifino will help strengthen Iyuno’s security culture, reinforcing security as a core value across all departments. This will involve enhancing ongoing training programs and raising awareness, ensuring that employees at all levels are well-equipped to proactively address evolving security challenges. 

Brandifino's background also includes time with the Central Intelligence Agency, where he managed national security operations and provided high-level advice on counterterrorism. He holds advanced degrees in Public Policy, Business Administration, and Artificial Intelligence from Harvard University, Yale University, and the University of Oxford respectively, and has received numerous accolades for his work in global security. 

“I am thrilled to join Iyuno and lead our commitment to setting the standard for security in media localization,” Brandifino said. “With a strong focus on innovation and collaboration, I look forward to leveraging my expertise to enhance Iyuno’s security posture, address emerging challenges, and reinforce our position as a leader in safeguarding content for our partners worldwide.” 

With this strategic hire, Iyuno reaffirms its commitment to advancing security protocols, safeguarding its global operations, and supporting its partners with the highest levels of content protection. 

ABOUT IYUNO  

Iyuno (www.iyuno.com) is a leading provider of localization services for the media and entertainment industry. Trusted by top entertainment brands and creators worldwide, Iyuno offers comprehensive end-to-end localization services from 45 offices across 32 countries. Backed by a team of exceptional creative and technical talent, state-of-the-art facilities, and cutting-edge technologies, Iyuno proudly boasts the largest global footprint amplifying its dubbing, subtitling and media services offerings.  

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