Hidayath Khan Cissp Grem Gced Gpen Gcih Gsec Ccsa Ccse Email & Phone Number

Bengaluru, Ka, In

In my role as Sr. Technical Director at Cyberbit, I lead innovative Cyber Range and pre-sales initiatives, combining my expertise in offensive and defensive security to drive business value and deliver cutting-edge security solutions for global clients:Cyber Range Expertise and Simulation Leadership: Spearhead the design and deployment of immersive Cyber Range environments, allowing organizations to practice real-world threat scenarios in a controlled, interactive setting. By creating… Show more In my role as Sr. Technical Director at Cyberbit, I lead innovative Cyber Range and pre-sales initiatives, combining my expertise in offensive and defensive security to drive business value and deliver cutting-edge security solutions for global clients:Cyber Range Expertise and Simulation Leadership: Spearhead the design and deployment of immersive Cyber Range environments, allowing organizations to practice real-world threat scenarios in a controlled, interactive setting. By creating simulated environments that mimic client-specific threat landscapes, I enable security teams to enhance their detection, response, and recovery capabilities against modern cyber threats.Pre-Sales Security Solution Architecting: Serve as a trusted advisor to clients by bridging technical and business requirements in the pre-sales phase. Leverage my experience in Red and Blue Team methodologies to craft tailored Cyber Range solutions, articulating their value in improving resilience and operational readiness. My pre-sales expertise has contributed to high client satisfaction and successful onboarding.Thought Leadership and Industry Influence: As a respected instructor at SANS Institute, I continue to educate and mentor cybersecurity professionals globally, sharing insights from real-world engagements and fostering a culture of proactive defense. My involvement in the SANS GIAC Advisory Board further strengthens my influence within the industry, keeping me at the forefront of cybersecurity education and standards.Senior Leadership and Strategic Vision: Collaborate closely with executive teams to shape Cyberbit’s product vision and strategic initiatives, integrating client feedback and industry trends into the development of next-generation Cyber Range capabilities. My contributions in this role have been pivotal in positioning Cyberbit as a leader in simulation-based cybersecurity training. Show less

United Kingdom

As the Sr. Red Team Lead at Kimberly-Clark, I spearheaded offensive security operations to enhance the organization's resilience against advanced cyber threats. My role extended beyond tactical assessments to shape the strategic security posture through collaborative and forward-thinking leadership:Advanced Offensive Security Engagements: Directed a team of Red Team operators in conducting high-stakes engagements, including network penetration testing, adversary emulation, and advanced… Show more As the Sr. Red Team Lead at Kimberly-Clark, I spearheaded offensive security operations to enhance the organization's resilience against advanced cyber threats. My role extended beyond tactical assessments to shape the strategic security posture through collaborative and forward-thinking leadership:Advanced Offensive Security Engagements: Directed a team of Red Team operators in conducting high-stakes engagements, including network penetration testing, adversary emulation, and advanced threat modeling. Leveraged frameworks like MITRE ATT&CK to emulate sophisticated attack techniques, enabling comprehensive assessments of the organization’s defenses.Strategic Red & Purple Teaming: Pioneered an evolving Red and Purple Teaming approach that incorporated the latest TTPs (Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures) to align with emerging industry threats. Facilitated cross-functional exercises with IT security, blue teams, and infrastructure teams to foster a collaborative defense model, transforming identified vulnerabilities into opportunities for enhanced security.Cyber Attack Infrastructure Development: Built and maintained covert Red Team infrastructure tailored to simulate real-world attacks, from phishing to malware deployment. This included designing custom phishing campaigns and malware to test and improve endpoint defenses, allowing the organization to preemptively address potential attack vectors.Leadership in Offensive Security Strategy: Collaborated with senior stakeholders to translate Red Team findings into strategic recommendations. Produced in-depth reports that provided actionable insights and guided critical security initiatives, contributing to Kimberly-Clark’s overall cyber defense maturity. Show less

SANS Institute Instructor : https://www.sans.org/instructors/hidayath-ullah-khan As a past SANS Instructor, I’ve had the privilege to influence and educate thousands of cybersecurity professionals worldwide, sharing my expertise and experience to elevate the global standards of cybersecurity practices. Teaching at one of the most prestigious institutions in the cybersecurity industry has been a defining highlight of my career, reflecting both my depth of knowledge and my commitment to… Show more SANS Institute Instructor : https://www.sans.org/instructors/hidayath-ullah-khan As a past SANS Instructor, I’ve had the privilege to influence and educate thousands of cybersecurity professionals worldwide, sharing my expertise and experience to elevate the global standards of cybersecurity practices. Teaching at one of the most prestigious institutions in the cybersecurity industry has been a defining highlight of my career, reflecting both my depth of knowledge and my commitment to advancing the field.Expert Educator for SANS Flagship Courses: I led high-impact courses, including SEC560 (Network Penetration Testing & Ethical Hacking) and SEC401 (Security Essentials Bootcamp), equipping professionals with cutting-edge skills in penetration testing, ethical hacking, and foundational security principles. Through hands-on labs and real-world case studies, I prepared students to tackle complex security challenges with confidence.Mentorship and Thought Leadership: As a recognized SANS instructor, I provide mentorship that extends beyond the classroom, guiding professionals on career paths, certifications, and evolving cybersecurity strategies. My teaching philosophy emphasizes practical application, helping students translate knowledge into actionable skills that strengthen their organizations' defenses.SANS GIAC Advisory Board Member: Serving on the GIAC Advisory Board since 2000, I contribute to the continuous evolution of SANS certification standards and curriculum, ensuring that they remain relevant to current industry needs. My role on the board allows me to directly influence the direction of cybersecurity education and uphold SANS’s reputation as the gold standard in cybersecurity training. Show less

Bengaluru, Karnataka

As an Independent Cybersecurity Consultant, I provided strategic security consulting services to a diverse portfolio of clients, from startups to established enterprises, helping them address complex security challenges with tailored, high-impact solutions. This role enabled me to deliver specialized expertise in both offensive and defensive security, positioning clients to proactively defend against advanced threats.Strategic Red & Purple Team Operations: Led comprehensive Red and… Show more As an Independent Cybersecurity Consultant, I provided strategic security consulting services to a diverse portfolio of clients, from startups to established enterprises, helping them address complex security challenges with tailored, high-impact solutions. This role enabled me to deliver specialized expertise in both offensive and defensive security, positioning clients to proactively defend against advanced threats.Strategic Red & Purple Team Operations: Led comprehensive Red and Purple Team engagements, developing and executing attack simulations to rigorously test client defenses. Collaborated with internal security teams to integrate findings into actionable defense strategies, resulting in strengthened security postures and improved incident response readiness.Cyber Range Development and Training: Designed and implemented custom Cyber Range environments, allowing clients to train their teams in realistic, simulated attack scenarios. These environments were built to emulate client-specific threat landscapes, providing hands-on experience in threat detection, response, and mitigation, and enabling teams to refine their skills in a safe, controlled setting.Enterprise Security Architecture & Active Defense: Architected defensible network solutions using advanced methodologies such as Active Defense and Cyber Deception, empowering clients to anticipate and counteract sophisticated cyber threats. This included rigorous security assessments, threat hunting, and developing multi-layered defensive strategies aligned with industry best practices.Trusted Advisor & Strategic Partner: Established long-term relationships with clients as a trusted advisor, offering strategic guidance on security improvements and maturity initiatives. My approach combined deep technical expertise with a consultative, business-focused perspective, ensuring that security investments aligned with client goals and delivered measurable value. Show less

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

As Principal Security Consultant at Sentelist FZE, I led high-stakes security initiatives for clients across the Middle East, providing a strategic approach to both offensive and defensive security. My role focused on delivering advanced cybersecurity solutions that fortified clients’ infrastructures, improved resilience, and aligned with industry regulations, helping clients across sectors such as Oil & Gas, Banking, Government, and Aviation.Architect of Defensible Network Solutions:… Show more As Principal Security Consultant at Sentelist FZE, I led high-stakes security initiatives for clients across the Middle East, providing a strategic approach to both offensive and defensive security. My role focused on delivering advanced cybersecurity solutions that fortified clients’ infrastructures, improved resilience, and aligned with industry regulations, helping clients across sectors such as Oil & Gas, Banking, Government, and Aviation.Architect of Defensible Network Solutions: Led the development of multi-layered defensive architectures using proactive methodologies like Active Defense and Cyber Deception, which empowered clients to detect, delay, and counter advanced persistent threats. This strategic architecture design was tailored to clients’ specific threat landscapes and regulatory requirements, enhancing security postures across industries.High-Impact Security Audits & Incident Response: Conducted comprehensive security audits and handled critical incident response engagements, guiding organizations through the recovery from significant security incidents. By applying a combination of offensive insights and defensive expertise, I enabled clients to improve both their short-term response and their long-term resilience against similar threats.In this role, I was recognized for my ability to deliver high-impact security solutions that combined technical rigor with strategic vision, helping clients navigate complex security landscapes with confidence. Through my leadership, Sentelist FZE became a trusted partner for clients seeking robust, adaptive security solutions to safeguard their assets and operations in an increasingly sophisticated threat environment. Show less

Following are some of the major projects successfully carried out by me during my tenure at Scanit Middle East• Effective Incident handling of various security indents for large enterprises in the middle east.• Entire security audit review of large telecoms/central banks/ in the Middle East• Penetration testing/ethical hacking for large financial organizations in the Middle East.• Network design security reviews for large customers in the Middle East.• Prepared and taught… Show more Following are some of the major projects successfully carried out by me during my tenure at Scanit Middle East• Effective Incident handling of various security indents for large enterprises in the middle east.• Entire security audit review of large telecoms/central banks/ in the Middle East• Penetration testing/ethical hacking for large financial organizations in the Middle East.• Network design security reviews for large customers in the Middle East.• Prepared and taught 5-Day Ethical Hacking course for students from various organizations. Show less

• Head of SOC for Datafort before it merged with e-hosting to become ehosting-Datafort.• Played a key role in commssioing of the first ever SOC in Middle East.• Led a team of security analysts in day-to-day operations of SOC - Security event analysis, forensics and investigations.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

DubaiIncident Handling, vulnerability assessment, network auditing, firewall, VPN perimeter network design and development, network intrusion detection design and deployment, host-based Intrusion design and development

DubaiInstallation and administration of Sun Sparc Systems.Migration of all applications to E10,000 Starfire System

Played a key role in the "Internationalization of Solaris OS". The main objective of this project was to provide native locale language support / interface for Solaris 2.2 OS application developers

Giac-Gcih, Gpen, Gced, Grem, Gsec, Giac Certified Incident Handler - Gcih

Activities and Societies: SANS GIAC Advisory Board Member since January 2000 SANS Instructor

Bachelor Of Engineering, Computer Sciences And Technology Program

Activities and Societies: CISSP GIAC GCIH GSEC CCSE CCSA

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