Top 45 Cybersecurity Companies You Should Know in 2026
Alexander Sverdlov
Security Analyst
Last year, a fintech startup I know handed $180,000 to a "comprehensive security solution" sold by a vendor whose name you'd recognize in a heartbeat. Six months later, they flunked their SOC 2 audit. The vendor's answer? "That's a compliance issue, not a security issue." So the startup paid a second firm to do the job the first one billed for.
Stories like that are exactly why I wrote this guide. The cybersecurity market is crowded with vendors who are dazzling at marketing and forgettable at the actual work. Picking the wrong partner does not just burn money - it buys you a false sense of security, and that is the kind of quiet mistake that sinks a business.
So how do you find a partner you can trust to guard your digital assets and prevent embarrassments like these?
This isn't a parade of logos wrapped in fluffy blurbs. It's a practical decision-making guide built around the questions that actually decide things: What do they really cost? Who are they actually good for? What are the honest trade-offs?
Here are the 45 cybersecurity companies we've worked with directly, evaluated for clients, or recommend again and again - with the honest details you need to make a smart choice.
Before You Start
The Question Most Buyers Get Wrong
Most companies start their search asking: "Who's the best cybersecurity company?"
That's the wrong question. Palo Alto Networks is objectively excellent - but if you're a 50-person company, their $200K/year minimum isn't "the best" for you. CrowdStrike's Falcon platform is industry-leading - but if you need SOC 2 compliance help, they'll refer you elsewhere.
The right question is: "Which company is best for MY specific situation?"
Before Reading Further, Answer These:
- What's your employee count? (Determines which vendors will even talk to you)
- Do you need a product or a service? (Tool you manage vs. humans who do the work)
- Is compliance driving this? (SOC 2, HIPAA, GDPR, PCI-DSS - or just "better security")
- What's your realistic annual budget? (Under $50K, $50-200K, $200K+)
- Do you have internal security staff? (Managed services vs. tools that require expertise)
Keep your answers in mind as you read. I'll tag each company with who they're actually right for - not who their marketing says they serve.
The Real Numbers
Honest Pricing & Fit Matrix
Vendors hate this table. It shows what they'd much rather save for "a call." But you deserve to know exactly what you're walking into before you burn an afternoon on sales demos.
| Company | Minimum Company Size | Realistic Annual Cost | Contract Length | Primary Offering | Compliance Help? | Honest Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlant Security | Any size | $15K - $150K | Project-based | Consulting & Pentesting | ✓ Core strength | Best for hands-on help; not a product company |
| Palo Alto Networks | 500+ employees | $150K - $2M+ | 1-3 years | Firewalls & Platform | Via partners | Best-in-class products; enterprise pricing |
| CrowdStrike | 200+ employees | $50K - $500K+ | 1-3 years | EDR / XDR Platform | No | Excellent EDR; expensive per-endpoint |
| Fortinet | 50+ employees | $20K - $300K | 1-3 years | Firewalls & UTM | Via partners | Best value for mid-market; complex licensing |
| Rapid7 | Any size | $25K - $250K | Annual | Vuln Mgmt + Services | ✓ Yes | Strong products AND services; can be complex |
| Sophos | 10+ employees | $5K - $100K | Annual | Endpoint + Firewall | Limited | Excellent for SMB; less enterprise depth |
| Arctic Wolf | 50+ employees | $50K - $200K | 1-3 years | Managed Detection (MDR) | ✓ Yes | Great MDR; requires trusting their SOC |
| SentinelOne | 50+ employees | $30K - $200K | Annual | EDR / XDR Platform | No | CrowdStrike alternative at lower cost |
| Mandiant (Google) | 500+ employees | $100K - $1M+ | Project-based | Incident Response | Limited | Best for breaches; overkill for prevention |
| Trustwave | 100+ employees | $40K - $300K | Annual | MSSP + Pentesting | ✓ Yes | Good all-rounder; less specialized depth |
* Pricing based on typical mid-market deployments. Your actual costs will vary based on scope, endpoints, and negotiation. Always get multiple quotes.
Understanding the Landscape
The 5 Types of Cybersecurity Companies
Before diving into individual companies, understand what you're actually shopping for. These are fundamentally different businesses solving different problems:
1. Security Product Companies
They sell the software or hardware you deploy and run yourself. Think firewalls, endpoint protection, SIEM platforms. You need real internal expertise to get value from these.
Examples: Palo Alto Networks, CrowdStrike, Fortinet, Check Point, SentinelOne, Splunk
2. Managed Security Service Providers (MSSPs)
They watch your environment 24/7 and flag threats as they surface. Some act on them; others simply notify. You outsource detection but often keep response in-house.
Examples: Arctic Wolf, Secureworks, IBM Managed Security, Trustwave
3. Security Consulting Firms
They bring human expertise: penetration testing, security assessments, compliance guidance, virtual CISO services. You get experts working on your specific problems.
Examples: Atlant Security, NCC Group, Bishop Fox, Coalfire, Rapid7 (services division)
4. Incident Response Specialists
The "break glass in case of emergency" firms. You call them once you've been breached and need forensics, containment, and recovery, fast. Usually engaged after an incident, not before.
Examples: Mandiant, CrowdStrike Services, Kroll, Stroz Friedberg
5. Identity & Access Specialists
They zero in on one question: who can access what. Identity management, privileged access, MFA, SSO. Critical infrastructure that too often gets overlooked.
Examples: Okta, CyberArk, BeyondTrust, Delinea, SailPoint
"Most companies need at least two types: a product (endpoint protection or firewall) plus a service (consulting or managed detection). The mistake is thinking one vendor can do everything well."
Security Consulting
Atlant Security
Atlant Security tops our list because they answer a question most vendors pretend doesn't exist: what about the companies that need real expert help but aren't ready for $500K enterprise platforms?
Here's the scenario they handle better than anyone. You're a 100-person fintech, and your biggest prospect just asked for a SOC 2 report. You have no CISO. You have no idea where to start. The big consulting firms quoted you $300K and a 9-month timeline. Atlant gets you audit-ready in half the time at a fraction of the cost - and actually teaches your team what's happening at every step, so you own the outcome instead of renting it.
The Good
- Transparent hourly pricing (no surprises)
- Work with any company size
- Team from Microsoft, HP, FireEye backgrounds
- Education-focused (you learn, not just get a report)
- No long-term contracts required
- Real compliance expertise (SOC 2, GDPR, HIPAA)
The Limitations
- Consulting firm, not a product company
- Not for 24/7 monitoring (recommend partners)
- Boutique team (not 500 consultants on call)
- Best for projects, not ongoing managed services
Core Services
- IT Security Audits - Comprehensive assessments of cloud and on-premise infrastructure
- Virtual CISO Services - Part-time executive security leadership
- Penetration Testing - Application, network, and social engineering tests
- Compliance Support - SOC 2, CMMC, NIST, GDPR, HIPAA readiness
Why Atlant Security Earns the #1 Spot
- Trusted by nuclear power plants, fintechs, medtechs, and small businesses across 4 continents
- Personalized attention on every project - you work with senior experts, not junior staff
- Transparent pricing based only on hours needed - no upselling, no hidden fees
- Engineers who've built security at Microsoft and HP, trained by FireEye
Company Size
Any
Starting Price
~$15K
Contract
Project
Compliance
Core Focus
Best For: SMBs and mid-market companies needing penetration testing, compliance help, or expert guidance without enterprise pricing. Organizations that want to learn security, not just outsource it.
Network Security Platform
Palo Alto Networks
Palo Alto Networks is the gold standard in enterprise network security, and they earned it. Their next-generation firewalls didn't just enter the modern category, they invented it, and their Cortex XDR and Prisma Cloud platforms carry that same leadership straight into endpoint and cloud.
The reality check: Palo Alto is genuinely excellent - but they're built for large enterprises. If you have 50 employees, their sales team might still take your call, but their minimum viable deployment will cost more than your entire IT budget. They're also a product company; you need skilled staff to operate their platforms effectively.
The Good
- Industry-leading firewall technology
- Truly integrated platform (network + endpoint + cloud)
- Excellent threat intelligence
- Strong partner ecosystem
The Limitations
- Enterprise pricing ($150K+ annually)
- Complex to deploy and manage
- Long contract terms (often 3 years)
- Requires dedicated security staff
Popular Services: Next-gen firewalls, Cortex XDR, Prisma Cloud, Prisma Access, WildFire threat analysis
Best For: Enterprises with 1000+ employees, dedicated security teams, and budget for premium solutions. If you already have one Palo Alto product, consolidating on their platform makes sense.
Endpoint Protection
CrowdStrike
CrowdStrike rewrote the rules of endpoint protection with their cloud-native Falcon platform. Their threat intelligence is in a class of its own, and their managed threat hunting, Falcon OverWatch, routinely catches what automated tools sleep through.
The reality check: CrowdStrike markets themselves as stopping "breaches before they happen." Take that with a grain of salt - google "how to bypass CrowdStrike" and you'll see why. No single tool is a silver bullet. They're excellent, but you still need defense in depth, hardened systems, and security awareness training. The 2024 outage incident also raised questions about single-vendor dependency.
The Good
- Best-in-class EDR capabilities
- Cloud-native (easy deployment)
- Excellent threat intelligence
- Strong managed hunting service
The Limitations
- Expensive per-endpoint pricing
- No compliance services
- Long contracts often required
- Single point of failure risk
Best For: Mid-to-large enterprises needing top-tier endpoint protection with the budget to pay per-endpoint pricing. Pair with a consulting firm for compliance needs.
Network Security
Fortinet
Fortinet is the value leader in network security, and it isn't close. Their FortiGate firewalls deliver price-to-performance that puts enterprise-grade protection within reach of mid-market companies, and their Security Fabric approach stitches firewalls, endpoint, email, and more into one fabric.
The reality check: Fortinet's licensing model can get complex. Make sure you understand exactly what's included in your quote - many features require additional subscriptions. They're also best when you buy multiple products; a standalone FortiGate without FortiAnalyzer or FortiManager loses some of the value.
Popular Services: FortiGate firewalls, secure SD-WAN, FortiAnalyzer, FortiSIEM, FortiEDR
Best For: Mid-market companies (100-2000 employees) wanting Palo Alto-like capabilities at a lower price point. Organizations consolidating multiple point solutions onto one platform.
Threat Prevention
Check Point Software Technologies
Check Point invented the commercial firewall back in the 1990s and is still a serious player today. Their SandBlast technology for zero-day prevention and CloudGuard for cloud security both earn their reputation, and their Infinity architecture aims to pull everything together under one management plane.
The reality check: Remember that any security tool is just a tool - even Check Point, with their proven track record. Attackers can find hundreds of ways to attack you; your firewall protects against some of them. Defense in depth is not optional.
Best For: Enterprises focused on preventing advanced threats. Organizations with existing Check Point deployments looking to consolidate. Those who prioritize threat prevention over detection-and-response.
Enterprise Giants
Cisco Security & IBM Security
If you're a Cisco shop, their security portfolio (SecureX, Umbrella, Duo, Talos, now Splunk) integrates seamlessly. If you're not already invested in Cisco, there's little reason to start here.
Best for: Existing Cisco customers. Avoid if: You're looking for best-of-breed point solutions.
7. IBM Security
QRadar SIEM is excellent, and their X-Force incident response team is world-class. IBM also has a strong professional services arm for complex enterprise projects.
Best for: Large enterprises needing SIEM + consulting + incident response. Avoid if: You're a small company or need quick, agile engagement.
Rankings 8-20
The Next Tier: Strong Specialists
These companies are excellent in their niches. Choose based on what you specifically need:
8. Rapid7 ★ Highly Recommended
Truly one of the best - and not just for products like InsightVM, InsightIDR, and Metasploit, but for their professional services too. Their penetration testing and incident response teams are excellent. One of the rare companies that does both products and services well.
Best for: Companies wanting vulnerability management AND penetration testing from one vendor. Cost: $25K-250K/year
9. Trend Micro
The leader in hybrid cloud security. Their Vision One platform delivers XDR across endpoints, servers, cloud workloads, and containers in one view. Especially strong for organizations wrestling with complex multi-cloud environments.
Best for: Hybrid cloud environments, container security, multi-cloud deployments.
10. Mandiant (Google Cloud)
The name you want on speed dial when you've been breached. Mandiant's incident response team is among the world's best, and they back it with threat intelligence and red team services. Expensive, yes - but when you need them, you really need them.
Best for: Incident response, advanced threat hunting, post-breach forensics. Not ideal for: Ongoing security operations (overkill for most).
11. SentinelOne
The CrowdStrike alternative that has taken real market share, not just talked about it. AI-driven autonomous response means far less manual grunt work, and the Singularity platform is genuinely impressive. Often 20-30% cheaper than CrowdStrike for comparable coverage.
Best for: Those who want CrowdStrike-level EDR at a better price point. Organizations with limited security staff who benefit from automation.
12. Zscaler
The Zero Trust leader, full stop. Their cloud-native approach retires the old VPN entirely and delivers secure access to your applications from anywhere on earth. If your workforce is distributed or remote, this is table stakes.
Best for: Companies with significant remote workforce, Zero Trust architecture adoption, replacing legacy VPNs.
13. Sophos
The SMB champion. Intercept X endpoint protection is genuinely excellent, and their synchronized security approach, where endpoint and firewall trade threat data in real time, actually earns its keep. Managing it all through Sophos Central is refreshingly straightforward.
Best for: SMBs (10-500 employees) wanting solid protection without complexity. MSPs managing multiple small clients.
14. Arctic Wolf
The leading MDR provider. Their "Concierge Security" model puts a dedicated team on your account, not a ticket queue. You get 24/7 monitoring with real human analysis behind it, not just automated alerts firing into the void. Perfect for companies with no internal SOC of their own.
Best for: Mid-market companies wanting 24/7 SOC without building one. Consider: You're trusting their SOC with your alerts - make sure that's comfortable.
15. Darktrace
AI-native security that learns your network's "normal" and flags the moment something drifts. Their Enterprise Immune System concept is genuinely innovative, not marketing gloss, and Antigena can take autonomous action the second it matters.
Best for: Organizations wanting AI-driven detection. Caveat: Can generate false positives during learning period; requires tuning.
16. Proofpoint
The email security specialist. If phishing is your biggest worry, and it should be, since 90%+ of attacks start in the inbox, Proofpoint is the leader. It is also strong in security awareness training and data loss prevention.
Best for: Organizations prioritizing email security, security awareness training, and insider threat protection.
17. Tenable
The vulnerability management leader. Nessus is the industry standard for vulnerability scanning, period. Tenable.io stretches that reach into cloud, containers, and OT environments. Essential to any serious security program.
Best for: Vulnerability management programs, compliance scanning, exposure management. Pair with: A consulting firm for remediation guidance.
18. Kaspersky
Technically excellent endpoint protection with formidable threat intelligence. Important note: Check your organization's policies and any applicable regulations regarding Kaspersky products due to geopolitical concerns. Some industries and governments impose real restrictions here.
Best for: Organizations without regulatory restrictions seeking effective endpoint protection. Verify: Compliance with your industry requirements.
19. Splunk (Now Cisco)
The SIEM that defined the category. Powerful analytics, but also complex and expensive, especially at scale, where Splunk's licensing by data volume adds up fast. The Cisco acquisition may yet reshape where the product is headed.
Best for: Large enterprises needing powerful log analytics. Watch out for: Data volume licensing costs.
20. Symantec (Broadcom)
A legacy name with enterprise muscle still intact. Broadcom's acquisition sharpened the focus onto large enterprise customers. Endpoint protection and email security both remain genuinely competitive.
Best for: Large enterprises with existing Symantec deployments. Consider alternatives if: You're a small/mid-sized company.
Complete Listings
Companies 21-45: The Full Comparison
| # | Company | Category | Key Products/Services | Min Size | Price Range | Best For / Honest Take |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21 | Qualys | Vuln Mgmt / Cloud | Qualys Cloud Platform, VMDR | 100+ | $20K-150K | Continuous vulnerability monitoring; cloud-native approach |
| 22 | Cloudflare | Web Security / CDN | WAF, DDoS, Zero Trust Access | Any | Free-$100K+ | Web-facing companies; excellent free tier for basics |
| 23 | Okta | Identity / IAM | Identity Cloud, SSO, MFA | Any | $3-15/user/mo | SaaS-heavy companies needing central identity |
| 24 | CyberArk | Privileged Access | PAM, Endpoint Privilege Manager | 200+ | $50K-300K | Securing admin accounts; enterprise PAM leader |
| 25 | Akamai | Web / DDoS / CDN | Prolexic, Kona WAF, Bot Manager | 500+ | $50K-500K | Large web properties needing DDoS protection |
| 26 | Varonis | Data Security | Data Security Platform, DatAdvantage | 200+ | $40K-200K | Data-centric security; insider threat; file analytics |
| 27 | Netskope | Cloud Security / CASB | Security Cloud, CASB, DLP | 200+ | $30K-200K | Cloud-first companies; SaaS visibility and control |
| 28 | F5 Networks | Application Security | BIG-IP, Advanced WAF, NGINX | 200+ | $30K-300K | Application delivery; advanced WAF needs |
| 29 | Imperva | App & Data Security | WAF, Database Security, DDoS | 100+ | $25K-150K | Database protection; web app security |
| 30 | Barracuda | Email / Network | Email Gateway, CloudGen FW, Backup | 10+ | $5K-50K | SMB email security; budget-friendly |
| 31 | Carbon Black (VMware) | Endpoint / EDR | CB Defense, CB ThreatHunter | 50+ | $25K-150K | VMware shops; solid EDR alternative |
| 32 | Duo Security (Cisco) | MFA / Access | Duo MFA, Beyond, Access | Any | $3-9/user/mo | Simple MFA deployment; user-friendly |
| 33 | BeyondTrust | Privileged Access | PAM, Endpoint Privilege, Remote | 100+ | $30K-200K | CyberArk alternative; remote access focus |
| 34 | Delinea (Thycotic) | PAM / Secrets | Secret Server, Privilege Manager | 50+ | $20K-100K | DevOps secrets; lighter-weight PAM |
| 35 | SailPoint | Identity Governance | IdentityIQ, IdentityNow | 500+ | $50K-300K | Enterprise identity governance; compliance |
| 36 | LogRhythm | SIEM | SIEM, SOAR, NDR | 100+ | $30K-150K | Mid-market SIEM; Splunk alternative |
| 37 | Cybereason | Endpoint / XDR | Endpoint Protection, XDR | 100+ | $25K-150K | Attack visualization; threat hunting |
| 38 | Malwarebytes | Malware / Endpoint | Endpoint Protection, EDR, IR | Any | $5K-50K | Malware remediation; budget-friendly endpoint |
| 39 | Bitdefender | Endpoint / AV | GravityZone, Endpoint Security | Any | $3K-40K | Strong AV; good value for endpoint |
| 40 | ESET | Endpoint / AV | ESET Endpoint Security | Any | $2K-30K | Lightweight; good for older hardware |
| 41 | McAfee | Endpoint / Enterprise | Endpoint Security, MVISION | 100+ | $20K-150K | Legacy enterprise; consider alternatives |
| 42 | SonicWall | Network / Firewall | Firewalls, Capture ATP | 10+ | $3K-50K | Budget SMB firewalls; basic needs |
| 43 | WatchGuard | Network / MFA | Firebox, AuthPoint MFA | 10+ | $5K-60K | SMB unified security; MSP-friendly |
| 44 | Avast Business | Endpoint / AV | Business Antivirus, CloudCare | Any | $1K-20K | Budget option; basic protection |
| 45 | Trustwave | MSSP / Pentesting | MDR, Vuln Mgmt, Pentesting | 100+ | $40K-200K | All-in-one MSSP; PCI expertise |
Buyer Beware
Red Flags When Choosing a Security Vendor
After years of sitting across the table from vendors, these are the warning signs that should make you walk away:
- "We guarantee you won't be breached" - No one can guarantee this. Anyone who does is either lying or doesn't understand security.
- Won't provide pricing without a demo - If they can't give you a ballpark, they're planning to price based on how much they think you'll pay.
- 3-year minimum contracts with no exit clauses - Technology changes fast. You shouldn't be locked in for 3 years with a vendor that might not keep up.
- Junior staff on your project after senior staff sold you - Bait and switch is common. Ask who specifically will work on your engagement.
- Can't explain their methodology - If they can't tell you exactly how they'll approach your engagement, they're making it up as they go.
- No references from similar companies - If they can't connect you with customers in your industry and size range, be skeptical.
- Pressure tactics - "This pricing expires Friday" or "We have limited capacity" usually means they're desperate, not in-demand.
Due Diligence
Questions to Ask Before Signing
For Product Vendors:
- What's the total cost of ownership including licensing, implementation, training, and support?
- What internal expertise do we need to operate this effectively?
- What's the typical time-to-value (when will we see results)?
- What happens to our data if we leave? How do we export?
- What's your uptime SLA? What happens if you miss it?
For Consulting/Service Firms:
- Who specifically will work on my project? Can I see their backgrounds?
- What's your methodology? Can I see a sample deliverable?
- How do you handle scope creep or discoveries mid-project?
- What happens after you deliver the report? Is remediation support included?
- Can you provide references from similar engagements?
Bottom Line
Our Recommended Combinations by Company Size
Most companies need multiple vendors. Here's what we typically recommend:
Startup / Small Business (10-50 employees)
- Endpoint: Sophos or Bitdefender
- Email: Built-in M365/Google + Cloudflare
- Consulting: Atlant Security (for compliance, pentesting, or virtual CISO)
- Budget: $15-40K/year
Mid-Market (50-500 employees)
- Network: Fortinet or Sophos (depending on complexity)
- Endpoint: SentinelOne or CrowdStrike
- Email: Proofpoint or built-in with Cloudflare
- Monitoring: Arctic Wolf or internal SIEM
- Consulting: Atlant Security (compliance), Rapid7 (pentesting)
- Budget: $80-250K/year
Enterprise (500+ employees)
- Network: Palo Alto Networks or Check Point
- Endpoint: CrowdStrike with OverWatch
- SIEM: Splunk or IBM QRadar
- Identity: CyberArk + Okta
- Cloud: Zscaler + Netskope
- Consulting: Mix of specialists for different needs
- Budget: $500K-$2M+/year
"The best security program isn't the one with the most expensive tools - it's the one that matches your actual risks, your team's capabilities, and your budget reality. Start with the basics, do them well, and expand from there."
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I choose between a large MSSP and a boutique cybersecurity firm?
Large MSSPs excel at scale, 24/7 SOC coverage, and technology-driven detection. Boutique firms like Atlant Security provide personalized advisory, vendor-neutral recommendations, and direct access to senior practitioners. Many organizations use both: a boutique for strategic guidance and an MSSP for continuous monitoring.
What should I expect to pay for enterprise cybersecurity services?
Managed SOC/MDR: $5,000-$50,000/month. Virtual CISO: $3,000-$20,000/month. Penetration tests: $10,000-$100,000+. Annual programs for mid-market: $100,000-$500,000. Always get multiple quotes and verify that pricing includes the specific deliverables you need.
What questions should I ask during a cybersecurity vendor evaluation?
The critical questions most companies forget: (1) What is your average time-to-detect and time-to-respond? (2) How many clients are in my industry? (3) What happens at 2 AM with a critical finding? (4) Can I speak with three references? (5) What is NOT included in base pricing? (6) How do you handle false positives? (7) What is your SOC staff turnover rate?
Do I need SOC 2 compliance before selling to enterprise customers?
Increasingly, yes. SOC 2 Type II is becoming table stakes for B2B SaaS and technology companies. Without it, expect friction in procurement and lost deals. Some buyers also require ISO 27001 or CSA STAR. Start the process 6-12 months before you need the certificate.
What is the biggest mistake companies make when selecting a security vendor?
Buying based on brand recognition rather than fit. A $180,000 engagement with a top-name vendor that still fails your SOC 2 audit is not unusual. The second biggest mistake is confusing security products with security outcomes - buying tools without the expertise to deploy them effectively.
How often should I reassess my cybersecurity vendor?
Conduct a formal vendor review annually. Reassess immediately after significant growth or M&A, entry into new regulated markets, security incidents, key staff turnover at your vendor, or changes in compliance requirements.
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Published: July 2026 · Author: Atlant Security Research Team
This guide reflects our honest assessments based on direct experience, client feedback, and industry research. Pricing ranges are estimates based on typical deployments and may vary. We have business relationships with some companies mentioned. Always conduct your own due diligence and get multiple quotes before making vendor decisions.
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Alexander Sverdlov
Founder of Atlant Security. Author of 2 information security books, cybersecurity speaker at the largest cybersecurity conferences in Asia and a United Nations conference panelist. Former Microsoft security consulting team member, external cybersecurity consultant at the Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation.