About Our Founder - Chirag Joshi
Chirag is globally respected cyber security leader, author, and Board Director. With extensive experience spanning financial services, NSW government, critical infrastructure, energy, healthcare, and higher education, Chirag has earned a reputation for transforming complex security challenges into actionable, business-focused strategies.
Prior to founding 7 Rules Cyber, Chirag held cyber leadership roles in noted organisations such as AMP, Origin Energy, NSW Government, and University of Sydney. A multi-award-winning executive, Chirag was honoured with the Excellence Award and named Cyber Security Consultant of the Year (SME) at the 2024 Australian Cyber Security Awards. His leadership has secured him a place on the prestigious CSO30 list of Australia’s top cyber security executives for three consecutive years (2022, 2023,2024). As the National Ambassador for Critical Infrastructure ISAC Australia, Chirag plays a pivotal role in strengthening resilience across essential sectors.
Chirag is the author of two bestselling books—7 Rules to Become Exceptional at Cyber Security and 7 Rules to Influence Behaviour and Win at Cyber Security Awareness—widely acclaimed for their practical, real-world insights. As a sought-after keynote speaker, he shares his expertise at premier conferences around the world and regularly advises Boards and senior executives on navigating strategic cyber risk, governance, and resilience.
His thought leadership is featured by leading bodies such as Australian Institute of Company Directors and Governance Institute of Australia, and in noted industry publications such as CSO Online, ISMG, Economic Times, and Cyber Daily.
In addition to his advisory work, Chirag serves as Vice President of ISACA Sydney, where he champions the professional growth of cyber, risk, and technology leaders while promoting resilient security practices across Australia and the broader region.
Chirag holds multiple industry-recognised certifications such as Certified Information Systems Auditor Certified Information Security Manager, Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control and Certified Data Privacy Solutions Engineer. Chirag is a member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors (MAICD).
