As Vice President of Systems Engineering at Fortinet, Rafi Wanounou leads a top-tier team of Systems Engineers dedicated to securing some of the largest and most ambitious digital transformation projects in the enterprise sector. With a 25-year career in technology that spans the globe, Mr. Wanounou has led teams and projects for major financial, insurance, and technology firms. Since joining Fortinet in 2009, he has played a pivotal role in establishing the company as the leading security solution in Canada, driving operational efficiencies and reliability across the customer base.

Mr. Wanounou has been instrumental in Fortinet's growth and leadership in Cyber Security, executing strategies for hyper growth in Canada. His experience extends across both public and private sectors, establishing operational efficiencies and reliability. Passionate about nurturing future Cyber Security professionals, Mr. Wanounou actively supports the development of the Cyber Security program at Willis College.