From a young age, L., 26, was fascinated by space and science, participating in advanced math and science programs and completing a BSc in Mathematics and Physics with honours at Bar-Ilan University as part of the Youth Talented Program. She served four years in the Prime Minister’s Office in cyber development and research roles and began an MSc in Electrical Engineering through a direct PhD track at Tel Aviv University. Before the war she joined IAI as a system engineer. She is responsible for high-value national defense projects and serves as a central knowledge expert in cryptography, developing novel methods for implementing and validating protective architectures. Her work spans multiple disciplines, from system architecture to algorithm design and post-quantum cryptography research.

“The goal is the peak of a mountain. Even if you do not know the entire path, it is enough to plan the next steps and keep your eyes open to the summit and to the challenges along the way. Know where you came from and where you are going.”