Syed Saqib Ali

Director, Cybersecurity at Hightower Advisors

Syed Saqib Ali has a diverse work experience spanning multiple industries and roles. Syed Saqib began their professional career in 2005 as a Sales Associate at Marshall Field's before transitioning to Nordstrom as a Sales Associate/Cashier. In 2010, they joined Crothall Healthcare as an Operations Manager, where they managed and trained a large team while implementing best practices and improving productivity. After their time at Crothall Healthcare, Syed worked at Evolve Security Academy as a Security Apprentice for a brief period in 2016. Syed Saqib then moved on to Hightower Advisors, where they held multiple roles. Syed Saqib started as a Technology Associate in 2012 and subsequently became a Helpdesk Manager, overseeing a team of tech support associates and improving end-user satisfaction. Syed then advanced to the role of Manager, IT Security, where they played a key role in protecting the firm's assets from threats and disruptions. Their last role at Hightower Advisors was Director, Cybersecurity, in which they had a strategic role in developing and managing cybersecurity programs across the enterprise. Throughout their career, Syed has demonstrated strong leadership skills, technical expertise, and a proactive approach to mitigating security risks.

Syed Saqib Ali completed a Certificate of Completion in Cyber Security from Evolve Security Academy in 2016. Prior to that, they obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance and Management Information Systems from DePaul University from 2005 to 2009. Syed Saqib Ali also attended Fenton High School, but the specific details of their study or degree are not provided. Additionally, in May 2017, they obtained a Security+ certification from CompTIA.

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Timeline

  • Director, Cybersecurity

    February, 2020 - present

  • Manager IT Security

    July, 2017

  • Helpdesk Manager

    November, 2014

  • Technology Associate

    October, 2012