Hamid M.
About Hamid M.
Hamid M. is a Senior Cloud Security Specialist at Intact, where he has worked since 2022. He has extensive experience in cybersecurity, having held various roles at organizations such as TD, BlackBerry, and Bell, and possesses multiple degrees in Information Technology, Cyber Security Management, and Business Administration.
Work at Intact Financial Corporation
Hamid M. has been employed at Intact Financial Corporation as a Senior Cloud Security Specialist since 2022. In this role, he leads effective Vulnerability Management programs to enhance the security and resilience of cloud and application infrastructures. His responsibilities include formulating cloud security strategies and applying robust operational policies to safeguard the organization's digital assets.
Previous Experience in Cyber Security
Prior to his current position, Hamid M. held several roles in the cybersecurity field. He worked at TD as a Senior Cyber Security Engineer from 2020 to 2021 and later as a Senior Consultant in Cloud Security Transformation for five months in 2022. His experience also includes a position at Bell as a Senior Consultant for Cyber Security Core Transformation from 2021 to 2022. Additionally, he served at BlackBerry in various capacities, including Senior Cyber Security Consultant and Senior Cyber Security Operations Lead from 2015 to 2019.
Educational Background and Qualifications
Hamid M. has a diverse educational background in technology and management. He studied Information Technology at Champlain College Saint-Lambert, earning a diploma. He also achieved a Cyber Security Management qualification from the University of Toronto. Furthermore, he holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Leadership from the University of Cumbria and a Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) in Computer Software Engineering from Azad University.
Expertise in Cyber Security and Cloud Security
Hamid M. possesses extensive expertise in cybersecurity, particularly in integrating Application Security (AppSec) practices into cybersecurity frameworks. He has a profound understanding of both traditional and cloud-based security environments. His skills include guiding teams in risk mitigation, security vulnerability resolution, and incident response operations, ensuring the protection of critical digital assets.
Leadership in Cyber Security Operations
In his previous roles, Hamid M. demonstrated leadership in cyber security operations. He served as the Director of Cyber Security Operations Centre at M87 Cyber Security from 2019 to 2020. His experience also includes working as an Information Security Specialist at Marketwired and Sysomos, where he contributed to enhancing security measures and protocols within organizations.