Hackim Farrell

Hackim Farrell, originally from Trinidad but predominantly raised in Canada, is a seasoned cybersecurity professional with over 17 years in the field. He began his career as a security analyst with a small U.K. email security startup, which was later acquired by Symantec. Currently, he holds the position of Senior Director of Product Management at SentinelOne, a prominent cybersecurity firm in Silicon Valley.

In his role, Hackim engages with Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) from major global organizations, gaining insight into their challenges with modern cyber threats. He has represented his current and former employers in roadshows and webinars discussing the increasing issue of Business Email Compromise (BEC), its financial impact, and strategies for organizations to enhance their defences.

Hackim is a staunch advocate for proactive security measures. He recognizes that security is often neglected by many companies, leading to potentially devastating financial consequences, especially for businesses in the scaling phase. He emphasizes the increasingly intertwined nature of personal and business security in the current cyber threat landscape.