Raphael Okeke

Raphael Okeke has an extensive background in cybersecurity, currently serving as a Senior Lead Cybersecurity Engineer at Hollister Incorporated since April 2018. In this role, Raphael oversees cybersecurity initiatives, implements technical security controls, and provides advisory on security architecture and vulnerability management. Previous experience includes positions as a Senior Security Engineer at Grainger, where encryption systems for endpoint infrastructure were designed, and as a Senior Network Security Engineer at Option Care, focusing on security controls in a greenfield environment. Raphael also contributed to security incident response at Walgreens and led security analytics for Verizon Enterprise Solutions, managing multiple security technologies. Early career roles included significant contributions at IBM Internet Security Systems and technical administration at Washtenaw Community College, where foundational networking skills were developed.