Tahir Yaqub joined GIP in 2020 and is a Managing Director and Portfolio Company Chief Technology Officer in GIP’s Business Improvement Team.

His team leads Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Operational Technology, and Digital activities across GIP Portfolio Companies globally.

Mr. Yaqub began his career as a Software and Data Analytics Engineer and has spent over twenty years in large-scale international leadership roles at Northrop Grumman Corporation (Aerospace and Defense) and Bechtel Corporation (Engineering and Construction), with a focus on Information Technology, Cybersecurity, and Digital Transformation. He has a proven track record optimizing infrastructures, enhancing operational efficiency, ensuring data integrity and navigating complex digital landscapes, aligning technology with business objectives.

Mr. Yaqub has a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Maryland, a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Georgetown University, and certifications in Project Management and Lean Six Sigma.