Raheel Qureshi
Raheel Qureshi, Chief Operating and Chief Strategy Officer at NKST, is a visionary entrepreneur and cybersecurity evangelist with a proven track record of helping organizations manage their risk profiles effectively. He co-founded iSecurity Consulting, a firm that he grew into a highly successful enterprise before its acquisition by a publicly traded company for over $80 million. Raheel’s journey from building a leading cybersecurity organization to guiding NKST showcases his profound impact on the industry and his dedication to driving innovation and resilience in the cybersecurity landscape.
With extensive experience in cybersecurity, risk management, and organizational leadership, Raheel has demonstrated exceptional expertise in building and mentoring large teams, fostering talent, and ensuring the successful delivery of projects. His skill set includes developing and managing MSSP, cyber consulting, incident response, NOC, and technology implementation capabilities, as well as spearheading organizational change management during mergers and acquisitions. He is also highly proficient in cybersecurity advisory, audit, risk management, and strategy development, making him a trusted leader in navigating the evolving cybersecurity threat landscape.
As a dynamic executive, Raheel brings a wealth of experience in managing global teams, delivering board-level presentations, and creating comprehensive cybersecurity strategies and roadmaps. His talent for cost forecasting, delivery planning, and risk talent management further solidifies his reputation as a leader in the field. At NKST, Raheel focuses on uniting thought leaders and collaborating with industry-leading technologies to share knowledge and advance cybersecurity practices. His leadership is exemplified by his global roadshows, hosting roundtables, and championing discussions on emerging cyber themes, ensuring NKST remains at the forefront of the cybersecurity industry.
