Norah Alqahtani
Saudi Arabia
Summary
As a Technology Development Manager, I lead the charge in integrating cutting-edge technologies like AI, digital twins, smart cities, and physical security systems. I’m passionate about driving innovation through digital services and mobile app development, having successfully launched multiple products that redefine user experiences. I thrive on shaping the future with impactful, forward-thinking solutions that empower both businesses and communities.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Application and Security systems Manager
NEOM
NEOM, KSA
2023.08 - 2025.06
- Responsible for planning, designing and implementing technologies related to public safety such as smart cities solutions , GIS, AI , violations systems, transportations solutions, big data , 911 emergency solutions and Radars technologies.
- stakeholders agreements and partnership to use their technical services to support in daily security operations,
- Collaborated with local law enforcement agencies to strengthen external support network, enhanced organizational resilience against threats.
- Managed a team of security Engineers to ensure optimal performance
- Provide and implement the needed policies and procedures prior implementation of any applications and services.
- leading the implementation and design of the web and the mobile App that NEOM has "PSSN" for digital IDs ,visit service , back ground check system and violation system.
- contribute to validate product designs with relevant stakeholders.
Security system Lead
NEOM
NEOM, KSA
2021.06 - 2023.09
- Responsible of running, configuring, and troubleshooting the (PSIM) Physical
- Reporting and documenting technical issues including assessment
- Responsible of doing penetration testing for the PSIM software to
- Managing all testing processes which includes Integration, Unit
- Responsible for delivering the latest technologies that will be used in command and control department such as IOTs, drones, robotics, holograms, AR, VR and digital twin.
- Develop and review the solutions for the enterprise systems, review technical designs ,support in develop test plan and validating test results.
- Responsible of Providing and writing RFPs, Tender plans and all related procurements requirements to start projects including vendors system's evaluations.
Sr. Security Software Engineer
Northrop Grumman
Khobar, KSA
2018.11 - 2021.07
- Reviewing, analyzing, and defining system specifications and requirements for NGMSA's projects.
- Responsible of running, configuring, and troubleshooting the (PSIM) Physical Security Information Management software.
- Managing all testing processes which includes Integration, Unit,
Functional, and Non-functional testing. - Reporting and documenting technical issues including assessment.
Senior System Analyst
Museum of Science
Boston, USA
2017.01 - 2018.10
- Responsible of the museum's software (Tessitura)
- Create/maintain documentation of application environments (diagrams, procedures, etc.)
- Responsible of the ticketing system used in the Museum for managing the employee's needs.
Electrical Engineer Intern
New York city department of Transportation
NYC, USA
2015.01 - 2015.06
- Assign circuitry for Power and Lighting devices (Pspice Simulation tool software)
- Performed calculations related to electrical principles for accurate designs.
Education
Master of Electrical and computer Engineering -
Northeastern University
Bachelor of Engineering - Computer Engineering
Fahad Bin Sultan University
KSA 2008.06 - 2013.05
Skills
- Intruder alarm proficiency
- Collaborative leadership
- Data privacy regulations knowledge
- Professional communication skills
- Linux operating system
- Windows, macOS, iOS operating system proficiency
- AI Integration and application
Certification
- TOGAF Certified
- Security Management
- PMP
Personal Information
Languages
Arabic
English
Custom
Available upon request.
Timeline
Application and Security systems Manager
NEOM
2023.08 - 2025.06
Security system Lead
NEOM
2021.06 - 2023.09
Sr. Security Software Engineer
Northrop Grumman
2018.11 - 2021.07
Senior System Analyst
Museum of Science
2017.01 - 2018.10
Electrical Engineer Intern
New York city department of Transportation
2015.01 - 2015.06
Bachelor of Engineering - Computer Engineering
Fahad Bin Sultan University
2008.06 - 2013.05
Master of Electrical and computer Engineering -
Northeastern University