Ishtiaq Khalil

I am an experienced Information Security professional with over 20 years of progressive experience in cybersecurity, IT systems, and infrastructure management across the banking, ICT vendor, news, government, and NGO sectors.

Currently serving as Information Security (OG-1) at the Bank of Khyber, I am responsible for implementing, managing, and monitoring enterprise-level cybersecurity solutions to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of critical systems.

My core expertise includes Privileged Access Management (BeyondTrust), Data Loss Prevention (Forcepoint DLP), Advanced Endpoint Protection (KATA, Trend Micro Deep Security), and SIEM platforms (LogRhythm, QRadar). I work closely with the Security Operations Center (SOC) for continuous monitoring, incident response, and compliance with organizational security standards.

With a strong foundation in IT infrastructure and cybersecurity governance, I bring a balanced mix of technical expertise and policy-driven security awareness, supporting secure digital transformation across all business functions.

Information Security professional with over 20 years of experience in cybersecurity, IT systems, and infrastructure management across banking, ICT vendor, news, government, and NGO sectors. Skilled in implementing and managing enterprise security solutions, including Privileged Access Management (BeyondTrust), Data Loss Prevention (Forcepoint DLP), Endpoint Protection (KATA, Trend Micro Deep Security), and SIEM platforms (LogRhythm, QRadar). Currently serving as Information Security (OG-1) at the Bank of Khyber, with hands-on experience in SOC operations, incident response, and compliance management. Recognized for maintaining a strong security posture through a balance of technical expertise, governance, and risk awareness.

Holds a an Executive Master’s in Information Technology (EMS-IT), supported by extensive professional training in Information Security and Infrastructure Management.

Completed specialized training and hands-on workshops in:

Privileged Access Management (PAM – BeyondTrust)

Data Loss Prevention (Forcepoint DLP)

Endpoint & Server Protection (Trend Micro Deep Security / DSM)

Cybersecurity Operations & Incident Response

SIEM Platforms (LogRhythm, QRadar)

Network Security & Firewalls (Fortinet NSE 1–3, CCNA Cyber Ops, JNCIA)

This combination of academic and technical expertise provides a strong foundation in enterprise security architecture, monitoring, and governance.