Mohamed Haneef

About Mohamed Haneef

In the ever-evolving world of cybersecurity, I find myself deeply passionate about helping organizations navigate the complexities of cloud security. With over 20+ years of experience —ranging from hands-on technical roles to strategic leadership—I’ve had the privilege of guiding teams through innovative transformations that not only enhance security but also drive business success. During my time at Wipro as a GTM Leader for Cloud Security, I played a pivotal role in positioning our capabilities with top market analysts. This experience taught me how crucial it is to align technology solutions with real business needs. One of my proudest moments was leading a team that increased our cloud security offerings by 30%, showcasing our commitment to staying ahead in this fast-paced industry. By leading a practice I work on crafting a vision that aligns with customer’s business aspirations. My role entails steering the Cloud Security Practice to profitability, nurturing customer relationships, and enabling customer’s cloud transformation journeys. Before Wipro, I spent nearly three years at HCL Technologies as a Head Solution Architect where I led a team dedicated to consultative selling in cybersecurity services. I still remember the thrill of closing a significant deal after months of collaboration with clients across different continents—it reinforced my belief that strong partnerships are key to success.I have also had valuable experiences at Tata Communications and Juniper Networks that have shaped my understanding of both technical intricacies and customer needs. For instance, handling critical product security incidents taught me the importance of swift action and clear communication during crises.Outside of work, I enjoy mentoring aspiring cybersecurity professionals and sharing insights from my journey. It’s incredibly rewarding to see others grow in this field as we all work towards making digital spaces safer together.If you’re interested in discussing cybersecurity strategies or exploring collaborative opportunities in cloud security transformation, feel free to reach out via email: h•••••••@gmail.com — I’d love to connect!Specialties: Cyber Security, Cloud Security, AI Security Governance, Large & Complex security transformation services, Compliance and Risk Management, Product Security Vulnerability Assessment, Security Governance in Mergers & Acquisitions, and Divestiture

Experience

1. Director - Gtm Leader & Cloud Security Practice Head

   Wipro

   Nov 2021 — Present · Chennai, IN

   Played several leadership roles like Strategic Market Unit GTM Leader for Americas, Solution Lead for Cyber-on-Cloud, and Practice Head for Cloud Security.Key accomplishments include:* Spearheading the Cloud Security Practice at Wipro, achieving an annual OB and revenue targets through strategic positioning and consultative selling of cybersecurity solutions tailored to client needs.* Driving customer engagement initiatives that resulted in over 70+ successful workshops and thought-leadership sessions focused on cloud transformation strategies across the Americas region.* Managed the practice\'s P&L by identifying cost-saving opportunities that reduced operational expenses by 20%, while simultaneously enhancing service delivery efficiency for cloud security solutions.* Collaborated with leading market analysts like Everest and Forrester to position Wipro’s Cyber-On-Cloud capabilities, elevating brand recognition and credibility within the cybersecurity landscape.* Leading a team of experts in responding to complex RFIs/RFPs/RFSs for cloud security projects, ensuring the delivery of tailored solutions that met diverse regional compliance requirements and security standards.This role has been about more than just numbers; it’s about building relationships and guiding organizations through their cloud transformation journeys with confidence.

Education

• The ICFAI University, Dehradun

  Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Information Technology & Systems

• Visvesvaraya Technological University

  Bachelor of Engineering, Electronics & Communication

Skills

• Vulnerability Assessment
• Juniper
• Data Center
• Team Management
• Security Incident Response
• Solution Architecture
• Network Design
• Juniper Networks Products
• Routing
• Vpn
• Juniper Technologies
• Cisco Technologies
• Product Security Incident Response
• Product Management
• Cisco Systems Products
• Vulnerability Management
• Management
• Firewalls
• Cloud Computing
• Pre-Sales
• Infrastructure
• Solution Selling
• Ccna
• Data Security
• Virtualization
• Virtual Private Network (Vpn)
• Computer Security
• Managed Services
• Network Architecture
• Telecommunications
• Service Delivery
• Troubleshooting
• System Deployment
• Itil
• Security
• Enterprise Software
• Cyber Security
• Vendor Management
• Network Security
• Ip