Khalid Yacoob
@khalidyacoob
Senior cybersecurity consultant and director driving revenue and risk reduction.
What I'm looking for
I am a Senior Cybersecurity Consultant and Director of Business Development with a proven record of exceeding sales targets, negotiating multi‑million pound security solution deals, and reducing client risk by 30% for key enterprise accounts.
I blend strategic leadership and technical expertise across cloud, endpoint, network security, compliance auditing (ISO/IEC 27001), and AI automation to enhance client security postures and expand market presence.
I excel at prospecting, building partner ecosystems across EMEA and APAC, translating complex security challenges into actionable business outcomes, and leading teams to deliver measurable revenue growth and improved security operations.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Sales Executive B2B
PrimeHub
Aug 2023 - Sep 2024 (1 year 1 month)
Managed B2B sales cycle and strategic accounts in technology and sports sectors, consistently driving revenue growth and exceeding sales targets through consultative selling and complex contract negotiation.
Director of Business Development
Hivemind
Jun 2023 - Sep 2023 (3 months)
Led business development and cybersecurity consulting efforts, driving multi-million pound deal closures and exceeding sales targets while reducing client risk by ~30% through tailored security solutions.
Programme Manager
Nuffield Health
Managed operations and access control systems for a fitness facility, increasing membership by 28% and improving profitability through promotions, compliance reporting, and SIEM improvements.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of East London
Bachelor of Science, Sports, Physical Education and Development
Grade: First Class Honours
Completed a Bachelor of Science in Sports, Physical Education and Development with First Class Honours.
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