Ali Afshari

As the VP of Security at Fortinet Canada, Ali Ashari leads the comprehensive security strategy and direction for the Canada Central Commercial market, prioritizing solutions that drive positive business outcomes for customers. With over 18 years of experience in cybersecurity, Ali has cultivated deep expertise in securing infrastructure, healthcare systems, education, and government sectors, as well as collaborating with service providers in the financial services industry.

Ali is passionate about mentoring and developing talent within his team and throughout the organization. He believes that having a clear purpose enhances performance, and his team’s mission is to #SecureTheNorth, emphasizing the importance of recognizing the impact they can make in the broader community. For Ali, cybersecurity transcends a mere job; it embodies a responsibility to leverage knowledge in service of those around them. Fortinet stands as the largest cybersecurity vendor globally and the largest employer of cybersecurity professionals in Canada.