Roshdi Ahmad is the new acting CEO of CyberSecurity Malaysia, succeeding Datuk Dr Amirudin Abdul Wahab who retired after 13 years of service.
KUALA LUMPUR: CyberSecurity Malaysia (CSM) has appointed its chief operating officer, Roshdi Ahmad, as acting chief executive officer effective immediately.
The appointment ensures leadership continuity and the agency’s smooth operation following the retirement of Datuk Dr Amirudin Abdul Wahab.
CSM announced the leadership change on its official Facebook page on Monday.
Roshdi, who has over three decades of professional experience, joined CSM in 2007 and became its COO in November 2021.
He previously held senior roles at Malaysia Resources Corporation Berhad, Daihatsu (Malaysia) and the Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation.
His expertise spans project management, corporate strategy, marketing and operations.
Roshdi holds a Master of Science in Information Management and a Bachelor’s degree in Business Studies from Universiti Teknologi MARA.
He has also completed a Leadership Programme at Harvard Business School and holds a Diploma in Agribusiness from Universiti Putra Malaysia.
In a tribute, CSM expressed its highest appreciation for the outgoing CEO’s leadership and vision.
The agency honoured Amirudin’s contributions in transforming CSM and strengthening national resilience against digital threats.
His 13-year tenure saw the enhancement of national cyber preparedness through services like MyCERT and Cyber999.
He advanced digital forensic capabilities via an internationally accredited laboratory.
Amirudin also contributed to national cybersecurity policy development, including the Cybersecurity Act 2024.
His leadership expanded global partnerships and advanced talent development through professional training.
The agency stated he modernised its technical infrastructure, cementing CSM’s role as a leading regional reference centre.
He pioneered the SiberKASA initiative to strengthen national cybersecurity infrastructure.
Amirudin established Malaysia’s first cybersecurity gallery, the CyberSAFE® L.I.V.E. Gallery, recognised by the Malaysia Book of Records in 2021.
He also strengthened industry engagement via the CyberSecurity Malaysia Collaboration Programme.
