Kamran S.
About Kamran S.
Kamran S. is a seasoned Chief Security Officer with extensive experience in information security and project management. He has held key positions at notable companies including Cisco, MATRIXX Software, and Aon Consulting, and possesses advanced degrees and multiple professional certifications in security and data privacy.
Work at MATRIXX Software
Kamran S. has been serving as the Chief Security Officer at MATRIXX Software since 2020. In this role, he oversees the organization's security strategies and initiatives, ensuring the protection of sensitive data and compliance with relevant regulations. His leadership contributes to the company's overall security posture and risk management efforts.
Previous Experience at Cisco
Prior to his current position, Kamran S. worked at Cisco for six years in various security roles. He served as Chief Security Officer at Cisco Jasper from 2014 to 2016, followed by a role as Chief Information Security Officer for IoT from 2016 to 2020. His tenure at Cisco involved implementing security measures and managing information security for Internet of Things (IoT) solutions.
Education and Expertise
Kamran S. holds an MBA in Finance and International Business from Baruch College and a Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from NED University of Engineering and Technology. He combines his finance and engineering knowledge with project management experience, holding a PMP certification. His technical expertise includes software development in languages such as C, C#, Java, and Python.
Professional Certifications
Kamran S. possesses several professional security certifications, including CISSP, CISM, CISA, and NSA IAM. He also holds data privacy credentials such as CIPP/US and CIPM. These certifications reflect his commitment to maintaining high standards in information security and data privacy.
Compliance and Authoring Contributions
Kamran S. has expertise in achieving and maintaining compliance with various standards, including GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA, PCI DSS, and ISO 27001. He has also authored chapters in the 'Information Security Management Handbook', which is recognized as an industry-standard textbook, showcasing his knowledge and contributions to the field of information security.