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Recommendations

Across 25+ years, 75+ clients and colleagues — CTOs, CIOs, CISOs, and programme leaders — have shared what it’s like to work with me. A curated selection follows.

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If you need someone to deliver under pressure — no slip-ups, just results — Waqar is your man.
Umair IsmailGlobal Cybersecurity Leader, CISO · Colleague · 2010
Waqar is the best when it comes to Information Risk Management — strong technical expertise and a strategic thinker who never hesitates to challenge the status quo.
Sanjeev GuptaVP, Procurement Contracts · Barclays · 2011
Impeccably focussed, reliable and greatly knowledgeable. I have no hesitation in recommending Waqar as a pioneer in his field.
Kevin KanjiCybersecurity Executive, AI Governance · Colleague · 2011
Always impressed with his knowledge of risk management, and really keen at bringing in new ideas to ensure the company's assets are secure.
Abhilash RadhadeviCIO / CISO · Colleague · 2011
Waqar will manage the job to perfection but will always be part of the solution rather than a show-stopper. Immense knowledge, and business-focussed.
H.E. Vivek VarmaAmbassador / Banking Leader · Senior · 2011
His contribution to coordinating information-gathering across Africa was invaluable to my Information Management work stream and to other work streams across the programme.
Edosa OdaroAI Governance Leader & Author · Colleague · 2011
Waqar undertook a very complex IT audit involving multiple stakeholders under a very tight timeline, and produced a superior report on time. I would highly recommend him.
Charlene Lunney, CHRPDirector, People & Culture · Client · 2017
A sharp and intelligent brain — his experience and skills in Information Risk Management keep him a level ahead of his peers.
Raheel AhmadEnterprise Security Architect (CISSP, ISO 42001) · Colleague · 2011
A unique ability to understand client concerns and complex issues — he addresses cold, hard business and technology facts with a human touch and passion.
Umair FaizanTechnology Risk, Audit & Compliance (CISA, CIA) · Senior · 2013
Impressive depth of knowledge — engaging nearly a dozen countries and bringing together disparate individuals into a cohesive team effort to deliver.
Damian FergusonConsultant · Colleague · 2011
Waqar is simply a professional Information Security Head — he knows what he is doing.
Ayman AhmedSecurity Field Engineer · Colleague · 2011
Very detailed, thorough and professional in the services he provided. He exhibited real competence in the industry.
Greg GilliesSenior Project Manager · Client · 2013
In-depth knowledge of Information Risk Management — extremely hard-working, a strategic thinker, and very good at executing plans.
Amit SethiaDigital Transformation Leader · Colleague · 2011
His expertise and dedication were a great benefit, especially at the merger and integration of new entities and banks into the group.
Gyorgy LadicsBoard Director / CEO · Colleague · 2009
Great attention to detail. His work ethic is second to none — extremely professional and always gets the job done.
Michelle Sharples, CISACyber Security & Governance · Senior · 2011
I've worked extensively with Waqar on highly sensitive matters. An excellent partner in risk management, with incredible attention to detail.
Jonathan Kaley-IsleyCEO, Space Court Foundation · Colleague · 2011
Examining the bank's processes, policies and practices minutely, identifying risks and articulating them clearly — the quality and quantum of work was simply phenomenal.
Anup DasManaging Director · Senior · 2011
Good at identifying issues, finding solutions and problem solving. Technically sound — a colleague who could be relied on in good and not-so-good times.
Tony FordHead of Retail Risk, ADCB · Senior · 2009

Selected clients

Organizations I’ve served

Virtual CISO & Security Leadership

  • Orion (Canada)
  • Fleet Optics (Canada)
  • The MEARIE Group
  • GlobalTrade Corporation
  • Quorum Business Solutions (USA)
  • Zerigo Health (USA)

ISO 27001 / SOC 2 Certification

  • GlobalTrade Corporation
  • BISP / Karandaaz
  • SEKAI (Norway)
  • File Stage
  • Virtual Health Clinic
  • Gambit ID
  • Bloom Financials
  • Eagle Flight Consulting
  • Cornerstone

Banking & Big-4 Audit / Assurance

  • TD Bank / TD Securities
  • Bank of Montreal
  • OMERS
  • Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan
  • Ontario Lottery & Gaming
  • Meridian Credit Union
  • Habib Bank
  • ADIB
  • Alberta Health Services
  • AmerisourceBergen
  • Cooperators Insurance
  • Linde Canada

Public Sector & National Programs

  • BISP (Pakistan)
  • CDNS / National Savings (Pakistan)
  • Ehsaas Program
  • Ontario Ministry of Children & Youth Services
  • Alberta Environment & Sustainable Resource Development

Training & Enablement

  • PwC Academy Middle East
  • New Horizons
  • Destination Canada