Afzal Khan, Cissp, Cisa, Crisc,Chp, Cdre, Mbci
About Afzal Khan, Cissp, Cisa, Crisc,Chp, Cdre, Mbci
Afzal Khan serves as the Global Chief Information Security Officer at OPKO Health, Inc., where he has worked since 2018. He has extensive experience in cybersecurity and risk management across various industries, including financial services and healthcare.
Work at OPKO Health
Afzal Khan serves as the Global Chief Information Security Officer at OPKO Health, Inc. since 2018. In this role, he oversees the organization's information security strategy and ensures compliance with cybersecurity standards. His responsibilities include managing cybersecurity initiatives and adapting to disruptive technologies to enhance operational efficiency while maintaining security protocols.
Previous Experience in Cybersecurity
Before joining OPKO Health, Khan held several key positions in cybersecurity and risk management. He worked at Everest Reinsurance Company as VP, Global Head of IT Security, Risk Management & Compliance from 2006 to 2018. Prior to that, he served as Corporate Administrative Officer, Information Security & Risk Management at AllianceBernstein from 2001 to 2006, and as Senior IT Auditor at PricewaterhouseCoopers from 1997 to 2001.
Educational Background
Khan has a diverse educational background. He completed his high school education at Faujdarhat Cadet College, followed by studies in Liberal Arts at the University of Dhaka. He furthered his education at Baruch College, where he studied Accounting and Computer Information Systems, equipping him with a strong foundation in both technical and managerial aspects of information security.
Cybersecurity Specializations
Khan specializes in various aspects of cybersecurity, including cyber, application, infrastructure, data, and cloud security. His expertise extends to managing cybersecurity and risk management across multiple industries, such as financial services, insurance, pharmaceutical, and healthcare. He has developed and enforced policies and standards for cybersecurity governance, ensuring regulatory compliance with numerous standards.
Certifications and Professional Competencies
Khan holds several professional certifications, including CISSP, CISA, CRISC, CHP, CDRE, and MBCI. These certifications reflect his extensive knowledge and skills in information security and risk management. He possesses competencies in innovation, automation, and digital transformation, which are essential for driving business ROI through strategic cybersecurity initiatives.