Tazin Khan

Tazin Khan is a nonprofit leader and communications expert with a unique superpower: translation. As the founder of Cyber Collective, she helps individuals think critically about their relationship with technology, promoting responsible tech practices. As an accomplished information security strategist, public speaker, and advisor, Tazin advocates for a more thoughtful and ethical approach to technology development and use.

Through her empathetic approach, Tazin tackles complex and sometimes uncomfortable conversations with brevity and compassion, making people feel seen and like they belong. As a thought leader and storyteller at Cisco, she hosts the Security Stories podcast, exploring a range of cybersecurity and responsible tech topics, as well as managing portfolio and product marketing initiatives. Utilizing her expertise in the field, Tazin provides relatable and accessible information to all listeners. Her ongoing pursuit of an MS in Global Security and Cyber Crime at NYU further deepens her knowledge and expertise in this area.

Tazin's commitment to promoting inclusivity and equity in the tech industry is evident in all her endeavors. She works tirelessly to break down barriers and create a more diverse and representative workforce in cybersecurity and technology. Her involvement with Cyber Collective and other initiatives demonstrates her unwavering dedication to making the digital world safer and more equitable for everyone.

With her expertise, passion, and unique superpower of empathy, Tazin is dedicated to helping people not only understand technology but also feel like they belong in the conversations around its ethical considerations. Through her work as a nonprofit leader, communicator, and advocate, she is making a significant impact on the tech industry, encouraging a more thoughtful and responsible approach to technology development and use.

Key areas of expertise: Cyber Security:Third party vendor risk, program compliance and requirements guidance, agnostic security architecture mapping, risk analysis and cost efficacy matrix development; data ethics, privacy advocation, public speaking, and workshop/training development.

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