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Battle-tested security experts with decades of combined experience securing the UAE's most critical digital infrastructure

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Executive Team

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Amir A. Kolahzadeh
Founder & CEO

Founder of ITSEC with 20+ years of expertise in cybersecurity, AI innovation, and digital transformation. Pioneered advanced cyber defense solutions for global enterprises and government sectors across the MENA region.

Core Expertise
Cybersecurity Leadership
AI & Digital Innovation
Regulatory Compliance
Certifications
CISM
CISSP
ISO 27001 Lead Auditor
Key Achievements

Empowered over $2B+ in secured digital assets for regional and global clientsPartnered with VARA and DIFC to advance FinTech and blockchain security standardsLeading ITSEC as MENA’s first AI-driven cybersecurity and advisory firm

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Esmaeil Rahimian
CISO / CTO

Deputy leader of ITSEC with 20+ years of experience in cybersecurity engineering, infrastructure defense, and cloud transformation. Designs and fortifies enterprise security frameworks across financial, government, and tech sectors in the MENA region.

Core Expertise
Cybersecurity Architecture
Cloud Security
Threat Intelligence
Certifications
CISM
CISSP
CEH (Chief Ethical Hacker)
Key Achievements

Engineered large-scale defense frameworks securing global financial networks | Pioneered AI-driven SOC automation for 24/7 threat response | Strengthened ITSEC’s cyber resilience across critical industries in the MENA region

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Kashif Akhtar
Governance, Risk & Compliance

Develops and implements enterprise-wide governance frameworks, regulatory compliance programs, and risk management strategies that align cybersecurity operations with UAE and international standards across multiple sectors.

Core Expertise
Governance & Risk
Regulatory Compliance 
Security Policy
Certifications
CRISC
ISO 27001 Lead Auditor
CISA
Key Achievements

Implemented enterprise governance programs enhancing cyber resilience across UAE sectors | Strengthened risk control for financial and government clients | Drove ITSEC’s compliance initiatives aligning with VARA and international security standards

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Anas Thajudeen
Network Security Engineer • IT

Implements and maintains secure network infrastructures, intrusion detection systems, and endpoint protection frameworks. Ensures IT operations meet compliance standards and deliver continuous protection against evolving cyber threats across all network environments.

Core Expertise
Network Infrastructure Security
Firewall & Endpoint Protection
Certifications
CCNP Security
CEH
CompTIA Security+
Key Achievements

Optimized ITSEC’s network defense and monitoring infrastructure | Strengthened enterprise resilience through advanced intrusion detection and threat intelligence systems | Supported secure connectivity and data integrity across all client operations

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Alvin Jampazar
Marketing Manager

Creative marketing strategist with 15+ years of expertise in digital media, branding, and AI-powered communication. Leads ITSEC’s marketing innovation through design, storytelling, and performance-driven campaigns across global markets.

Core Expertise
Brand Strategy
Digital Marketing
Creative Direction
Certifications
Google Analytics
Inbound Marketing
Certified Marketing
Key Achievements

Developed ITSEC’s global brand identity and creative direction | Executed AI-based marketing campaigns that enhanced engagement by 200% | Strengthened ITSEC’s digital presence across cybersecurity and FinTech industries through data-driven strategies

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Hassan Razeen
Software Engineer • IT

Innovative Software Engineer with 10+ years of experience in designing, developing, and optimizing scalable applications and enterprise systems. Specialized in full-stack development, system architecture, and performance optimization. Experienced in building secure, high-availability platforms that support business growth and digital transformation.

Core Expertise
Full-Stack Development
System Architecture & API Design
Cloud & DevOps Integration
Certifications
Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals
AWS Cloud Practitioner
CompTIA Security+
Key Achievements

Designed and deployed scalable enterprise applications serving high-traffic environments | Led cross-functional development teams delivering secure, high-performance systems | Optimized application performance reducing infrastructure costs and downtime | Implemented CI/CD pipelines accelerating deployment cycles and improving software reliability

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When you engage ITSEC, you're not hiring junior consultants — you're getting access to former CISOs, NSA analysts, and ethical hackers who've spent decades on the front lines of cybersecurity.

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