NOMINATION HIGHLIGHTS

Anar Israfilov represents a new generation of cybersecurity professionals who combine technical expertise, applied research, and practical implementation to advance the field of cyber defense.

As the architect and technical founder of Cyberoon Enterprise, he has led the design and deployment of AI-driven platforms, including IntelliRisk, SecureMind, and IntelliDefend AI. These solutions integrate advanced behavioral analytics and hybrid static/dynamic malware analysis. They are applied in enterprise environments to support real-time risk modeling and autonomous mitigation.

Mr. Israfilov has authored more than 20 peer-reviewed publications on cybersecurity, machine learning, SCADA protection, and anomaly detection — including “The Role of Cloud Technologies in Building Resilient Cybersecurity Systems” and “Geopolitical Aspects of Cybersecurity: International Cooperation and Conflicts”. His research has been cited internationally and used in academic and professional training programs. He has been recognized with elevation to Senior Member of IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, the world’s largest technical professional organization) and selection as a Fellow of the Hackathon Raptors Program (an international innovation and mentorship initiative) for contributions to technical innovation and knowledge dissemination.

In addition to his technical work, Mr. Israfilov has served as a judge and mentor at international cybersecurity hackathons and was selected to join the IEEE Senior Member Review Panel, contributing to the evaluation of distinguished professionals in the engineering community.

Through his combined achievements in system architecture, applied research, and professional mentorship, Mr. Israfilov has made a sustained and measurable contribution to the advancement of cybersecurity practices and technologies.