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Amin Mehab

@aminmehab

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Cybersecurity expert with 15 years of experience in AI and GRC.

Australia

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for opportunities that allow me to leverage my cybersecurity expertise while fostering a culture of innovation and continuous learning.

I am a cybersecurity expert with nearly 15 years of experience in consulting, architecture, and Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC). My career has been marked by a commitment to delivering measurable outcomes through advanced security strategies and the implementation of zero trust architectures. I have worked with top-tier organizations such as ENISA, CSIRO, and Cisco, where I have consistently aligned security frameworks with business goals to enable organizations to meet regulatory compliance.

In addition to my industry experience, I have a proven teaching record, having delivered professional bootcamps and university-level courses in cybersecurity, AI, and GRC across Australia and internationally. My academic credentials include a PhD in Engineering from the University of Melbourne, and I have authored three books on cybersecurity and applied AI. I am passionate about bridging the gap between research and practice, mentoring students and professionals transitioning into cybersecurity, and enhancing threat detection capabilities through AI integration.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Cybersecurity & AI Lead Trainer

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Self Employed / Freelance

Jan 2013 - Present (12 years 5 months)

Delivered professional bootcamps and university-level courses in cybersecurity, AI, and GRC across Australia and internationally. Developed curricula for executive education and postgraduate programs, covering advanced security topics and compliance frameworks. Mentored students and professionals, conducted hands-on labs, and spoke at industry conferences.

AI Training GRC Curriculum Development ISO 27001 NIST CSF GDPR Threat Detection Mentoring

Senior Consultant

ENISA

May 2024 - Mar 2025 (10 months)

Led the creation and enforcement of cybersecurity policies, enhancing organizational resilience and regulatory compliance. Designed and executed cybersecurity exercises, improving crisis response and coordination. Delivered targeted training programs for technical teams and national authorities, strengthening cybersecurity awareness and capabilities.

Cybersecurity Regulatory Compliance Cybersecurity Exercises Crisis Response Threat Detection Policy Development Enforcement

Cybersecurity Architect

CSIRO

Feb 2023 - Feb 2024 (1 year)

Enhanced national cyber resilience by leading comprehensive risk assessments and aligning security policies with ISO 27001 and NIST CSF standards. Ensured regulatory compliance through effective governance and strategic oversight, implementing risk mitigation strategies that reduced security incidents. Collaborated with executive leadership to strengthen security governance and spearheaded organiz

Risk Assessment ISO 27001 NIST CSF Regulatory Compliance Risk Management Incident Response Security Awareness Vulnerability Management

Cybersecurity Advisor

PostTelecom

Jul 2016 - Nov 2022 (6 years 4 months)

Reduced network threats by 40% through advanced threat modeling and Zero Trust Architecture implementation, designing and deploying cloud security solutions including micro-segmentation and IAM. Led the deployment of end-to-end encryption protocols and developed a Cyber Incident Response Framework, reducing breach detection and response time by 30%. Ensured GDPR and ISO 27001 compliance while mana

Cloud Security IAM Encryption GDPR ISO 27001 Incident Response Vendor Management Threat Modeling Security Transformation

Solutions Architect – Security Architect

Cisco Systems

May 2012 - May 2016 (4 years)

Designed and implemented secure network architectures for enterprise clients using firewalls, IDS/IDP, email security, endpoint security, and SIEM technologies like Splunk. Advised C-suite executives, aligning security strategies with business goals and driving the adoption of industry best practices. Provided strategic advisory on regulatory compliance, helping clients achieve ISO 27001 certifica

Security Architecture SIEM ISO 27001 Regulatory Compliance Strategic Advisory Enterprise Security Security Policies Risk Management

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

The University of Melbourne

PhD, Engineering

Completed advanced doctoral research in Engineering. Focused on specialized topics within the field, contributing to academic knowledge and preparing for roles in academia and industry.

Edith Cowan University

MBA, Management

Pursued a Master of Business Administration with a focus on Management. Gained comprehensive knowledge in business strategy, leadership, and organizational management principles.