Furqan Khan
About Furqan Khan
Furqan Khan is the Practice Head and Manager of Offensive Security & Research at du in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, where he has worked since 2020. He has extensive experience in cybersecurity, having held various roles at organizations such as Wipro Middle East and Paladion, and he holds advanced certifications in offensive security.
Work at du
Furqan Khan has been serving as the Practice Head and Manager of Offensive Security & Research at du since 2020. In this role, he oversees various initiatives related to cybersecurity, focusing on offensive security strategies. His tenure at du has lasted for four years, during which he has contributed to enhancing the organization's security posture in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
Education and Expertise
Furqan Khan holds a Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) in Information Technology from Baba Ghulam Shah Badshah University, where he was a gold medalist. He further advanced his education by obtaining a Master of Technology (M.Tech.) in Computer Software Engineering from Galgotias University, also achieving gold medalist status. His educational background is complemented by certifications in OSWE, OSCP, and CRTP, which reflect his advanced skills in offensive security.
Background
Before joining du, Furqan Khan worked at Wipro Middle East as a Security Researcher and Architect for a Cyber Threat Intelligence Platform from 2017 to 2018. He also held various positions in cybersecurity, including Manager of Penetration Testing at du from 2018 to 2020, and Senior Research Analyst at Paladion from 2016 to 2017. His early career included roles as a Project/Research Scientist at the National Institute of Technology Karnataka and as a Programmer/Software Developer at Freelancers Union.
Achievements
Furqan Khan has authored a book that showcases his expertise in cybersecurity, contributing to the knowledge base in the field. He has also engaged in national cybersecurity projects as a project scientist with the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT). His work reflects a commitment to advancing cybersecurity practices and integrating data science with security methodologies.
Professional Interests
Furqan Khan has a keen interest in data science and its integration with cybersecurity practices. This interest drives his approach to developing innovative security solutions and enhancing existing methodologies within the cybersecurity landscape.