Kumar Ritesh is an experienced executive with extensive cybersecurity knowledge in both public and private sectors. As the Founder and CEO of CYFIRMA, one of the best performing cybersecurity startups in Asia, he pioneered the world’s first unified external cyber threat management product, overseeing business strategy and global expansions. Prior to this, Ritesh served as the head of cyber-intelligence and counterterrorism at a national intelligence agency, gaining valuable experience in cybersecurity on the front lines of cyber warfare. Transitioning to IBM Research, he developed innovative products utilized across various industries. With his background as an executive at PWC managing large cyber consulting programs and as the global CISO of a major mining company, Ritesh offers a unique perspective on cybersecurity as a practitioner, innovator, and business leader.