Krishna Rajagopal

CEO @ AKATI Sekurity

About

Most boards realize cybersecurity matters, after it’s already too late.I’ve spent over 20 years helping leadership teams avoid becoming tomorrow’s headline.From tracing ransomware in critical infrastructure to exposing breaches through everyday IoT devices, I’ve led over 100 red-team and over 500 forensic investigations across companies globally, high-stakes industries, and global regulatory bodies—often uncovering threats where no one thought to look. One pattern repeats: organizations that treat cyber risk as just an IT issue end up paying the highest price.After years at ground zero of cyber threats, I’ve learned that cyber threats aren’t just technical—they’re leadership issues. As a Digital Forensics Expert and head of AKATI Sekurity (a Top-15 global MSSP), I help boards and CISOs connect the dots between breach prevention, business risk, and resilience. Whether through live-fire simulations, courtrooms, or boardrooms, I bring clarity where confusion usually reigns.Many of the lessons I share today with boards and leadership teams come from real-world experiences I’ve documented in my book, a practical guide built specifically for board members and executives navigating digital defense decisions. It’s not just about IT, it’s about organizational resilience, reputation, and long-term growth.Recognized as Digital Forensic Investigator of the Year 2024, I also share insights as a keynote speaker and corporate trainer, helping organizations build stronger cybersecurity cultures from the top down.If your board is ready to move from cyber fear to strategic advantage, let’s talk. over

Country

Malaysia

City

WP. Kuala Lumpur

Industry

Computer & Network Security

Skill

Organizational Leadership, Cross-functional Team Leadership, Security, Information Security, Information Security Management, Network Security, Computer Security, IT Management, Penetration Testing, Information Technology, ISO 27001, Disaster Recovery, Consulting, Training, Cisco Technologies, Computer Forensics, Vulnerability Assessment, Risk Management, Business Continuity, Linux

Experience

CEO

AKATI Sekurity

2007 - Present · 19 yrs

Specializing in helping enterprises design and incorporate security into their information technology infrastructure, AKATI Sekurity has a unique perspective on how information security is truly achieved and brings their unique experience and the latest technology to address your vital security needs. AKATI Sekurity has mastered today's complex and changing information security environments through an independent and in-depth risk management consulting approach that goes far beyond. At AKATI Sekurity, Krishna Rajagopal who is the Group CEO, develops, maintains and publishes information security standards, policies, procedures and guidelines for the company’s key clients. He is also an expert witness assisting various enforcement bodies across the globe. Krishna conducts trainings and provides services as a consultant globally. Krishna is often invited to speak in conferences, forums & television interviews related to Infosec which also includes development of secure practises . Moreover, Krishna has trained several international Police forces on security measures and he is accredited as a specialist in forensic investigation and prosecution of hackers and fraudsters.