Introduction
Rehan Jalil is among Pakistan’s most prominent tech innovators — an engineer, serial entrepreneur and cybersecurity leader whose vision has propelled him from Karachi to Silicon Valley. With multiple successful exits and a major acquisition deal in 2025, his journey exemplifies how talent, education and perseverance can create global success stories. Today, Jalil’s work in data security and AI trusted platforms is reshaping how enterprises handle their data in the digital era.
Early Life & Education
Born and raised in Karachi, Jalil developed an early interest in technology and computing. He moved to the United States to pursue higher education, earning a B.S. in Electrical Engineering from NED University of Engineering & Technology in Karachi, followed by an M.S. in Electrical Engineering from Purdue University. He also attended the Advanced Management Program at Harvard Business School, equipping him with the business leadership acumen needed to lead global technology ventures.
Professional Journey & Founding Ventures
Jalil began his career working in technology and engineering roles, which provided a strong foundation in enterprise infrastructure and cloud computing. His entrepreneurial drive led to founding several companies:
- WiChorus, a mobile packet-core startup acquired by Tellabs.
- Elastica, a pioneer in Cloud Access Security Broker (CASB) technology, which was acquired by Blue Coat Systems (and later part of Symantec).
These early successes set the stage for Jalil’s larger ambitions in data security and governance.
Major Entrepreneurial Achievements
Founder & CEO – Elastica
With Elastica, Jalil introduced one of the first scalable CASB platforms for enterprises transitioning to the cloud. Recognized for its innovation, Elastica was acquired for an estimated $280 million, marking one of Pakistan-origin tech’s early major exit successes.
Founder & CEO – Securiti.AI
Jalil’s cloud-data security venture Securiti.AI, founded in 2019, addresses data privacy, governance and AI trust across cloud, SaaS and hybrid environments. The company raised significant venture capital backing and built proprietary technology around the “Data Command Center” and knowledge-graph-driven governance.
Current Deal with an American Company
In a landmark move, U.S. data resilience firm **Veeam Software agreed in October 2025 to acquire Securiti.AI for approximately US $1.725 billion in cash and stock.
Under the terms:
- Jalil will join Veeam as President of Security & AI after closing.
- The acquisition integrates Securiti’s Data Security Posture Management (DSPM), privacy, governance and AI trust capabilities with Veeam’s data-resilience platform.
- The deal is expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2025, subject to regulatory approvals.
This deal underscores Jalil’s rise to global leadership and puts him at the heart of one of the most significant mergers in data-security and resilience for the AI era.
Awards & Global Recognition
Jalil’s achievements have earned him international recognition:
- Named among industry lists of top entrepreneurs and disruptors in cybersecurity.
- Featured as a thought leader in cloud-security/AI forums for his ability to fuse technology, governance and business strategy.
- His companies and technologies have been profiled by major tech media for pioneering data-centric approaches.
Vision & Contribution to Pakistan’s Tech Future
Jalil remains committed to uplifting Pakistani tech-talent and promoting innovation in Pakistan. His contributions include mentoring startups, encouraging investment into Pakistani IT, and supporting education in cutting-edge tech domains such as AI, cloud security and data governance.
He believes in a future where Pakistani engineers lead global innovation, symbolizing that success is not limited by geography.
Leadership Style & Work Philosophy
Jalil’s leadership is defined by:
- Innovative thinking: focusing on solving tomorrow’s problems today.
- Data-centric trust: treating data as the core asset of the enterprise.
- Team empowerment: nurturing highly skilled global teams across tech and business.
- Purpose-driven technology: building systems that safeguard people, privacy and business value.
His favourite maxim:
“Technology must protect what matters — people, data, trust.”
Future Outlook
With AI adoption skyrocketing and data volumes growing exponentially, Jalil’s focus through Securiti (now part of Veeam) is well-timed. The unified platform addressing data resilience, governance and AI trust positions him and his team at the forefront of the next wave of enterprise security.
Key areas to watch:
- Integration of Securiti’s technology into Veeam’s broader offerings.
- Growth in global enterprise adoption of unified data-command-center solutions.
- Continued innovation from Pakistani tech founders inspired by Jalil’s journey.
Conclusion
Rehan Jalil’s journey from Karachi to the heart of Silicon Valley is a powerful testament to ambition, skill and global vision. From founding startups to securing a multiple-billion-dollar deal, he has become a global cybersecurity pioneer and a source of pride for Pakistan’s tech ecosystem.
For students, engineers, and entrepreneurs alike, his story shows how:
- A strong technical foundation matters.
- Entrepreneurial courage pays off.
- Global impact is possible from any starting point.
As he steps into his new role at Veeam and continues shaping the future of data and AI security, Jalil remains both a trailblazer and a continuing inspiration.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the CEO of Securiti AI?
CEO of Securiti AI: Rehan Jalil
Who is Rehan Jalil?
Rehan Jalil Founder and CEO of Securiti AI, cybersecurity expert, and former SVP at Symantec; he founded Elastica and will join Veeam as President of Security and AI after Securiti AI’s acquisition.