About Cyber Intel IQ Ventures
We are a cybersecurity training and intelligence company, focused on advancing Threat Intelligence and Blue Team skills for students, professionals, and early-stage businesses.
Our Mission
To bridge the gap between cybersecurity education, cyber awareness, and real-world job readiness, especially for those often overlooked: small businesses, aspiring professionals, and non-technical individuals.
We aim to train, track, and transform future defenders through practical threat intelligence education and affordable intelligence-driven services.
Training Excellence
Practical skills for real-world cybersecurity
Our Values
These core values guide everything we do and shape how we serve our clients and the cybersecurity community.
Practical Learning
We focus on hands-on, real-world cybersecurity skills that prepare students for actual job requirements and industry challenges.
Accessible Education
We make cybersecurity education affordable and actionable for small businesses, aspiring professionals, and non-technical individuals.
Mentorship Focus
We provide personalized guidance and career roadmaps to help students navigate their cybersecurity career journey successfully.
Threat Intelligence
We specialize in advancing Threat Intelligence and Blue Team skills through practical training and real-world scenarios.
Our Team
Meet the experts behind Cyber Intel IQ, dedicated to advancing cybersecurity verification and protecting digital infrastructure.
Rishika Desai
Co-Founder & CEO
Cybersecurity expert and content creator known for engaging CTI training and mentorship programs. Founder of RishSec brand.
Training Team
Cyber Analyst Instructors
Experienced cybersecurity professionals with hands-on experience in threat intelligence, SOC analysis, and incident response.
Mentorship Team
Career Coaches
Industry veterans providing personalized guidance for career development in cybersecurity and threat intelligence.
Academic Partners
College Program Coordinators
Educational specialists working with higher education institutions to deliver comprehensive cybersecurity programs.
Our Journey
From our founding to becoming the industry leader in certificate verification.
Company Founded
Cyber Intel IQ Ventures was co-founded by Rishika Desai to bridge the gap between cybersecurity education and real-world job readiness.
RishSec Integration
The well-recognized personal brand RishSec, representing Rishika Desai's cybersecurity content and training, was fully integrated into CIIQ.
Program Launch
Launched the Cyber Analyst Kickstarter Program with 6 hands-on sessions covering Threat Intelligence basics and real-world analysis.
Mentorship Expansion
Expanded career mentorship programs for students, career switchers, and early professionals with personalized roadmaps.
College Partnerships
Established semester-long cybersecurity coaching programs for higher education institutions with practical skills training.