MAHA ALJERI
Riyadh,Saudi Arabia
Summary
Results-oriented Technology and Cybersecurity Audit Manager with over 8 years of expertise in auditing IT systems, evaluating cybersecurity threats, and executing robust risk management strategies.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Technology & Cybersecurity Audit Manager
sirar by stc
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
02.2024 - 07.2025
- Prepared, presented, and reviewed audit materials for audit committee meetings.
- Led team of auditors to achieve higher productivity and effectiveness.
- Developed comprehensive internal audit strategy aligned with organisational goals.
- Spearheaded implementation of continuous audit framework for ongoing risk assessment.
- Contributed to defining operating model for fraud management and whistle-blowing functions.
- Streamlined audit processes to enhance operational efficiency.
Internal Audit Expert
sirar by stc
Riyadh , Saudi Arabia
08.2022 - 02.2024
- Conducted IT and cybersecurity audits to evaluate risk management and compliance.
- Maintained and assessed audit universe, developing a comprehensive internal audit plan.
- Advised on operational processes, policies, and compliance guidelines to enhance efficiency.
Internal Audit Expert
Ministry of Communication & Information Technology
Riyadh , Saudi Arabia
01.2022 - 08.2022
- Established Technology audit function by defining IT audit universe and conducting risk assessment.
- Executed IT and Cybersecurity audits to evaluate compliance and effectiveness.
Assistant Audit Manager
Arab National Bank
Riyadh
04.2019 - 12.2021
- Conducted IT and Cybersecurity audits independently and collaboratively.
- Determined scope, developed audit planning memorandums, and performed audit tests.
- Produced detailed working papers and comprehensive reports on findings.
- Organised audit files systematically with cross-referencing of findings to work programmes.
- Discussed deficiencies, potential risks, and results with key stakeholders.
- Recorded, tracked, and ensured closure of audit findings with supporting evidence.
Technology Risk Officer
Bank Saudi Fransi
Riyadh
03.2017 - 04.2019
- Conduct detailed Risk Assessments on the bank's infrastructure/systems.
- Proactively managing regulatory and operational risks.
- Develop and maintain Risk profiles.
- Assist in analyzing risks pertaining to new projects.
- Review and propose new Key Risk indicators (KRIs) for the business units in accordance to the new system and new operational risk.
Information Security Analyst
Riyad Bank
Riyadh
12.2015 - 03.2017
- Conducted information security risk assessments and compliance reviews for banking systems.
- Led Vulnerability Management team to identify and mitigate security threats.
- Created, updated, and maintained information security policies and procedures.
- Enhanced and enforced security standards to protect sensitive data.
- Recorded, tracked, and monitored security risks alongside non-compliance exceptions.
Education
Bachelor - Networking & Telecommunication Systems
Princess Noura University
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia 01.2010 - /2015
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Internal control evaluation
- IT auditing techniques
- Project management experience
- Internal and external audits
- ERP systems knowledge
- Compliance assessment strategy
Certification
- Finance and Accounting for the Nonfinancial Professional, Columbia Business School
- Corporate Leadership Program, IE Business School - Madrid, Spain
- Qualys Vulnerability Management & Policy Compliance, 2017
- ITIL, 2018
- CISA Candidate
Languages
Arabic
Native
English
Fluent
Timeline
Technology & Cybersecurity Audit Manager
sirar by stc
02.2024 - 07.2025
Internal Audit Expert
sirar by stc
08.2022 - 02.2024
Internal Audit Expert
Ministry of Communication & Information Technology
01.2022 - 08.2022
Assistant Audit Manager
Arab National Bank
04.2019 - 12.2021
Technology Risk Officer
Bank Saudi Fransi
03.2017 - 04.2019
Information Security Analyst
Riyad Bank
12.2015 - 03.2017
Bachelor - Networking & Telecommunication Systems
Princess Noura University
01.2010 - /2015
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