Cong Ling

Cong Xiang Ling currently serves as the Director of Cybersecurity at MoneyLion, where she plays a pivotal role in shaping the company's security strategy and safeguarding its digital assets. With over nine years of diverse experience spanning Cybersecurity, Quality Assurance, and Software Engineering, Cong brings a holistic perspective to her leadership, enabling her to integrate security best practices seamlessly into product development and operational workflows. Her expertise encompasses a broad spectrum of cybersecurity domains, including Application Security (AppSec), Cloud Security, Vulnerability Management, and Threat Detection, making her a key driver in fortifying MoneyLion’s digital infrastructure against evolving cyber threats.

In her role, Cong has led the development and execution of comprehensive cybersecurity program strategies, ensuring robust protection across multiple vectors. She acts as a central security review consultation hub, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to embed security considerations into the software development lifecycle, particularly within microservices architectures and subscription billing systems. Her hands-on experience with security automation tools and cryptography enhances the organization’s ability to detect, respond to, and remediate vulnerabilities swiftly.

Cong’s involvement in ISO 27001 and PCI DSS assessments underscores her commitment to maintaining regulatory compliance and continuous security improvement. She coordinates audits, manages evidence collection, and drives remediation efforts, ensuring MoneyLion’s security posture remains resilient and aligned with industry standards. Her technical skills in Python programming, Selenium for security automation, and security awareness initiatives further empower her teams to adopt proactive security measures. Through her strategic leadership and technical acumen, Cong Xiang Ling continues to elevate MoneyLion’s cybersecurity defenses, fostering a secure environment that supports innovative financial services and customer trust.