Al Imran Husain

About Al Imran Husain

It\'s not about the job. It\'s about the people. Your career is as good as the people who come along for the ride with you. Been blessed for 20 years to work with the best. Cyber Security is a constant experience to learn, figure out issues and then apply solutions. Easier said than done. It\'s a maze of information, compliance, risk, operations, audits and policy. It\'s also exciting, thrilling, never boring. Endless projects, never ending work. I can\'t remember them all. But it\'s the people you never forget on that journey.Dedicated and trusted senior Cyber professional with expertise in strategic planning, managing inherent risks and mitigating vulnerabilities in software, systems, architecture, processes, and practices for Fortune 500 companies. Critical, action-oriented leader who brings technical and risk management experience as well as a proven ability to build and train responsive, committed teams with integrity and respect for confidentiality. Accelerated career trajectory highlighted by long-term success and prestigious recognition. A background that extensively covers information security, security compliance, information technology, Data Privacy and risk assessment as well as its direct impact on business operations, audits, and policy development to ensure confidentiality, integrity, and assurance. Skilled communicator and change agent with bias to action who cultivates an environment of learning and creative thinking as well as an atmosphere of open communication and team work to empower/inspire teams to exceed targets.

Experience

1. Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)

   MillerKnoll

   Jan 2024 — Present · Chicago, IL, US

   Responsible for shaping and leading the organization’s global cybersecurity vision, strategy, and execution. My role is focused on protecting a complex, highly distributed modern manufacturing environment while enabling innovation, operational excellence, and trust with our customers, employees, and partners.Key Areas of Responsibility & ExpertiseAI & Emerging Technology SecurityOversee security governance and risk management for AI adoption across the enterprise, including model security, data protections, operational controls, and responsible-use standards.Manufacturing & OT Cyber DefenseLead the security strategy for our manufacturing plants, driving IT-OT convergence, securing industrial control systems, reducing operational risk, and building resilient architectures aligned to NIST CSF 2.0 and CMMC.Threat, Exposure & Risk ManagementDirect enterprise threat-detection, vulnerability management, attack-surface monitoring, incident response, and exposure reduction while partnering with global teams to strengthen cyber maturity.Strategic Planning & Critical ThinkingDevelop multi-year cyber roadmaps, prioritize investments, architect security capabilities, and guide leadership decisions through data-driven insights and scenario-based risk analysis.Compliance & Regulatory AlignmentManage frameworks including SOX, CMMC, NIST CSF, privacy obligations, third-party risk, unified controls, and audit readiness across global operations.Leadership, Communication & Culture BuildingLead a global cybersecurity organization focused on operational execution, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Drive a “Cyber First” culture by empowering teams, simplifying complexity, and enabling secure business outcomes.

Education

• Michigan State University

  Master of Arts (M.A.)

• University of Wisconsin-Madison

  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)