Khatija Qureshi, MBA, Gsec, Gcih
About Khatija Qureshi, MBA, Gsec, Gcih
Khatija Qureshi is a SANS Teaching Assistant with expertise in cybersecurity and marketing. She has a diverse professional background, including roles in event management, brand management, and online training, and holds multiple certifications in digital marketing and cybersecurity.
Work at SANS Institute
Khatija Qureshi has been serving as a SANS Teaching Assistant at the SANS Institute since 2023. In this role, she supports the educational mission of the institute by empowering vulnerable communities and small businesses on cyber risks and safeguarding measures. Her responsibilities include facilitating learning experiences and providing guidance to students in the field of cybersecurity.
Education and Expertise
Khatija Qureshi holds an MBA in Marketing from Karachi University, completed in 2005. She has also achieved a Digital Marketing Certification from the University of Toronto School of Continuing Studies in 2018. Additionally, she studied Cyber Security at the Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst, earning a certification in 2023. She completed the GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH) OnDemand Course at the SANS Technology Institute in 2023. Her educational background equips her with a strong foundation in both marketing and cybersecurity.
Background
Khatija Qureshi has a diverse professional background, having worked in various roles across different industries. She served as an Assistant Brand Manager at Telenor in Pakistan from 2008 to 2010 and later held positions such as Senior Brand Officer at Pakistan International Airlines and Marketing Coordinator at Easa Saleh Al Gurg Group LLC in Dubai. In Canada, she has contributed to the community as an Event Manager and Co-Host for LinkedInLocal New To Canada from 2017 to 2021.
Achievements
Khatija Qureshi has received recognition for her contributions to cybersecurity awareness, including a Highly Recommended Review for public engagement in this field. She was selected as one of 150 successful applicants out of 2,000 for the Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst Program. Additionally, she organized nine sold-out events for the #NewToCanada community, demonstrating her event management skills and commitment to fostering discussions on integration and career progression.
Professional Roles and Contributions
In addition to her role at SANS Institute, Khatija Qureshi has been involved with KdotDigital since 2017, where she works as a Content Creator and Social Media Strategist & Consultant. She also served as an Online LinkedIn Trainer since 2020. Her experience includes curriculum development and instruction at Sheridan at CCTT for a brief period in 2024, as well as a Cyber Security Virtual Work Experience with Forage in 2023.