MEET THE FOUNDERS

Azad Bangash serves as Co-Founder and Managing Director of DarkSun Solutions, guiding the firm’s strategic direction, client engagement model, and operational governance. With a strong foundation in cybersecurity and leadership, Azad ensures that security initiatives are aligned with executive priorities and long-term organizational objectives.

Azad oversees engagement delivery and strategic growth, bringing disciplined oversight, structured execution, and measurable outcomes to every initiative. His leadership is defined by clarity, accountability, and a commitment to delivering sustainable security improvements that strengthen enterprise resilience.

Frank Chietro leads the firm’s technical strategy and advisory delivery, bringing deep expertise in IT and OT cybersecurity across complex operational environments. With hands-on engineering experience securing industrial systems, Frank provides disciplined, architecture-driven guidance tailored to mission-critical operations.

Frank works closely with executive leadership and technical stakeholders to translate complex security risks into clear, strategic action. His approach emphasizes technical rigor, operational awareness, and practical implementation — ensuring that security improvements are sustainable, measurable, and aligned with business objectives.

As Co-Founder and Strategy & Operations Lead, Amir Ouanaim is responsible for guiding the strategic direction and operational execution of Dark Sun Solutions. With a background as a hands-on cybersecurity engineer and experience across both OT and IT environments, Amir focuses on developing practical, business-aligned security solutions for small and mid-sized organizations.

Amir is known for his structured and thoughtful approach to security, combining technical understanding with clear strategic planning. He emphasizes strong client relationships and reliable delivery, ensuring organizations receive focused attention and actionable guidance to strengthen their long-term security posture.