Ashraf Koheil is the Vice President Global Sales for Group-IB, META & ANZ responsible for overseeing Business Development and Execution strategies for direct sales, channel partners, distribution, and corporate businesses.
With over 25 years of experience in the high-tech industry, Ashraf has held key positions at FireEye, Microsoft, and Telstra, coaching, leading, and recruiting teams to deliver both outstanding business outcomes and strong partner insights and relationships.
In addition, he regularly attends technology and telecom commercialization forums, acting as a speaker and presenter to various regional forums and startup entrepreneurs.
Ashraf is a certified business coach and has been recognized for his execution and coaching excellence. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Business from Ain Shams University, Egypt, which he obtained in 1989.
Miguel is a seasoned cybersecurity management professional with over 20 years of international experience across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA).
A global polyglot, he brings deep expertise across cybersecurity, service delivery, security architecture , GRC, program management , solution development, operations , commercial & contract management .
Known for his adaptive leadership style , Miguel thrives in complex, fast-changing environments . He fosters innovation , flexibility, and resilience within his teams, promoting a culture of continuous learning and agility to meet evolving business needs.
His career spans diverse sectors, including startups , energy, retail , telecommunications (ISP) , parking , government , including both managed service and managed security service providers (MSP/MSSP)
Miguel’s ability to bridge technical and strategic domains makes him a trusted leader in driving secure, scalable, and business-aligned solutions and Services.
Dr. Emir Vajzovic is an accomplished education leader, professor, and cybersecurity specialist with more than two decades of expertise in information security and contemporary security studies. His career spans academia, consulting, and strategic policy development, where he has successfully led programs that connect organizational needs with human-centric education and workforce empowerment. Through a multidisciplinary lens, Dr. Emir analyzes the intersections of digital transformation, security, media, and governance, offering actionable strategies for navigating complex multi-stakeholder environments. As a researcher and author, he contributes innovative insights that bridge education, technology, and security to address the most pressing challenges of our time. His work empowers organizations and individuals to develop resilience, foster competence, and align with evolving global security landscapes.
Ilya Leonov is an accomplished IT and cybersecurity executive with over a decade of experience delivering cutting-edge solutions and driving business growth across the Middle East and beyond.
Holding a Master’s degree in Telecommunications Engineering and advanced industry-recognized certifications in Cyber Threat Intelligence, Incident Response, and Computer Crimes Investigation, Ilya combines deep technical expertise with visionary leadership. His career spans roles from engineering to executive leadership, with a proven track record of building, scaling, and optimizing cybersecurity operations.
Strategic Leadership: Oversees regional go-to-market strategy, revenue growth, and enterprise-level cybersecurity engagements at Positive Technologies across MENA.
Technology Visionary: Spearheaded the creation and deployment of critical cybersecurity services, including SOC, Threat Intelligence, Vulnerability Management, and Security Awareness across Bahrain, UAE, KSA, and Qatar.
Academic Contributor: Played a pivotal role in developing a Master’s degree program in cybersecurity at a leading Middle Eastern technical university.
Ilya is a published author in cybersecurity media, providing expert insights on emerging threats, security architecture, regional trends, and operational resilience. His articles and thought pieces are valued by both practitioners and decision-makers seeking clarity in a rapidly evolving threat landscape.
He is also a frequent speaker and panelist at top cybersecurity events, conferences, and industry roundtables across the Middle East, where he shares frontline experience and strategic perspectives on SOC modernization, cyber defense frameworks, and regulatory compliance.
Managed Security Services (MSS)
Security Operations Center (SOC) Development & Maturity Models
Managed Detection & Response (MDR)
SIEM, SOAR, Threat Intelligence Platforms
ISO 27001, PCI DSS, NIST Framework
Risk Management & Vulnerability Assessment
Executive Cybersecurity Briefings & Awareness
Maher serves as a Lead Security Researcher within the Global Research & Analysis Team (GReAT) at Kaspersky. He possesses a robust background in threat intelligence, cybersecurity, digital forensics, and incident response, providing clients with critical insights into cyber risks and advanced persistent threats affecting the Middle East, Turkey, and Africa.
Before joining Kaspersky in 2018, Maher held a position as a cybersecurity specialist in the public sector and served as a Specialist Senior Manager at Deloitte Middle East. He led and participated in a variety of security assessments for clients across the UK, Middle East, and GCC region. His expertise includes red teaming, penetration testing, industrial control system security, mobile and web application security testing, and physical security assessments. Additionally, Maher has been involved in numerous incident response efforts addressing issues such as phishing attacks, ransomware incidents, cyber espionage, advanced persistent threats, POS malware, online banking fraud, and insider threats.
Maher holds a degree in Computer Science and a master’s degree in Intelligence Studies, along with several certifications in geopolitics, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity.
With nearly two decades of experience at the intersection of control systems and cybersecurity, Hesham Abdulhadi brings deep technical expertise and strategic insight to the evolving landscape of industrial security. Since 2017, Hesham has served as Kaspersky’s Industrial Cybersecurity Technical expert for the Middle East, Turkey, and Africa (META).
Hesham plays a pivotal role in helping critical infrastructure sectors—including Power, Oil & Gas, and other industrial domains—integrate robust cybersecurity frameworks into their operations. Prior to joining Kaspersky, he held key roles with leading automation vendors such as EPM, Siemens, and Yokogawa, where he delivered innovative control system solutions and cybersecurity strategies.
A trusted advisor to industry stakeholders, Hesham is passionate about securing the technologies that drive industrial progress.
Jaifar Al Mamari is Vodafone Oman’s Cyber Security Lead, boasting over 17 years in cybersecurity leadership. He is recognized for initiating several firsts in the country, including Oman’s first bug bounty program, pioneering cloud container workload protections, and the proactive fortification of API security, setting new benchmarks in cybersecurity excellence.
In his pivotal role, Jaifar applies a deep knowledge of next-generation technologies to strengthen the organization’s digital defenses, ensuring robust protection against the dynamic and evolving landscape of cyber threats. With a focus on neutralizing advanced persistent threat (APT) groups, Jaifar brings a proactive and strategic approach to cybersecurity. His adeptness in anticipating and mitigating potential cyber threats has made him a respected figure in the field.
