In this episode of The New CISO Podcast, host Steve Moore speaks with Azzam Zahir, who previously joined the show in 2021. After spending twelve years at one company, and transitioning from security leader to CIO, Azzam recently decided to step away. He rejoins the show to discuss why he’s taken a “preemptive strike” on his career, and cover the critical issue of burnout in cybersecurity.
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Azzam Zahir
Mr. Zahir is an accomplished Information Technology Executive with 25+ years in a concentration of Cyber Security, IT Risk Management, and General Information Technology. He has held Executive roles with multiple Fortune 100 Companies over the last 15 years and brings a wealth of innovative and practical solutions that help organizations attain realized results.
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