Nima Ahmadi
About Nima Ahmadi
Nima Ahmadi is a Vice President and Cyber Security Manager at QBE Insurance, where he collaborates with regional CISOs and the Group CSO to establish a global Cyber Security program. He has extensive experience in security management, governance, and risk management, with a focus on Cloud and IoT security.
Current Role at QBE Insurance Group
Nima Ahmadi serves as the North America AVP, Cyber Security Manager at QBE Insurance, a position held since 2022. In this role, he collaborates closely with regional Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) and the Group Chief Security Officer (CSO) to develop and implement a unified global Cyber Security program. His responsibilities include overseeing the security posture of the organization and ensuring alignment with global standards.
Previous Experience at QBE Insurance
Prior to his current role, Nima Ahmadi held several positions at QBE Insurance in London, United Kingdom. He worked as the Europe Cyber Security Operations Lead from 2020 to 2022 and as a Senior Cyber Security Consultant from 2019 to 2020. His experience at QBE included managing cyber security operations and providing strategic consultancy to enhance the organization's security framework.
Experience at EY and Accenture
Nima Ahmadi has also gained valuable experience as a Cyber Security Consultant at EY from 2017 to 2018 and as a Senior Cyber Security Analyst at Accenture from 2018 to 2019, both in London, United Kingdom. His roles involved advising clients on cyber security strategies and implementing security measures to protect their information assets.
Education and Expertise
Nima Ahmadi studied at the University of Southampton, where he completed a Foundation Year in Engineering/Physics/Maths/Geophysics, followed by a BSc (Hons) in Information Technology in Organisations. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in Security Management and Governance, Security Architecture & Engineering, and Cloud & IoT Security.
Specializations in Cyber Security
Nima Ahmadi specializes in Cloud & IoT Security, focusing on the security implications of emerging technologies. He has a strong background in leading transformational change in Cyber Security strategy and practices, ensuring compliance and effective risk management across core business operations and third-party suppliers.