Samah Al-Ghamdi
Dhahran,Saudi Arabia
Summary
Forward-thinking and results-oriented cybersecurity specialist with over a decade of experience leading enterprise cybersecurity programs, specializing in Cybersecurity GRC. Recognized for enhancing organizational resilience against evolving threats while ensuring compliance, continuity and stakeholders trust in high-risk environments. Adept at fostering a strong security culture, aligning cybersecurity strategies with business objectives. Skilled at building and leading cross-functional teams through complex security challenges.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
4028
4028
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Cybersecurity Specialist
Saudi Aramco
Dhahran, Eastern Province
07.2025 - Current
- Developed robust cybersecurity strategies to enhance architectural resilience across Aramco Group
- Established Cybersecurity Architecture Committee to oversee strategic initiatives and promote best practices
- Provide consulting services to improve cybersecurity practices throughout Aramco Group
- Established Cybersecurity Architecture Committee to oversee strategic initiatives and promote best practices
Lead Cybersecurity Analyst
Saudi Aramco
Dhahran, Eastern Province
01.2021 - 06.2025
- Established Aramco Group Quantum Cybersecurity Readiness Program
- Led Aramco Group Cybersecurity Reference Architecture Project
- Established Aramco Group Cloud Cybersecurity Centre of Excellence
- Developed Aramco Group Zero-Trust Architecture Project
- Led Aramco Group IT/OT Cybersecurity Maturity Assessment
- Led Aramco Group Cybersecurity Maturity Platform Deployment
- Represented CISO office in major business initiatives
- Conducted thorough market research for better competitive understanding of cybersecurity governance
- Conducted Cybersecurity Assessments for advanced technologies and cybersecurity frameworks
Information Security Analyst
Saudi Aramco
Dhahran, Eastern Province
01.2014 - 12.2020
- Developed HR Data Protection Program (DPP)
- Established HR Data Leakage Program (DLP)
- Developed HR Cybersecurity Annual Forum
- Developed HR CyberImmune to address phishing risks
- Strengthened HR systems security by implementing robust access controls
HR Systems Analyst
Saudi Aramco
Dhahran, Eastern Province
01.2011 - 12.2013
- Led the development of HR Call Centre
- Conducted system optimization for HR Grievance and Departure Clearance Systems
- Identified opportunities for HR processes automation
- Led HR Project Management Office
HR Processor
Saudi Aramco
Dhahran, Eastern Province
08.2008 - 12.2010
- Provided second line of support for HR Systems to all Aramco employees
- Led Employment Certificate Process Automation Project
Education
Master of Science - Cybersecurity
King's College London
London /UK 09/2018 - 09.2019
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Imam Abdulrahman University
Dammam, Eastern Province 09/2004 - 09.2007
Skills
- Cybersecurity GRC
- People Leadership
- Project Management
- Cloud security
- Cybersecurity consulting
- Cybersecurity strategies
Certification
- CISM
- CISSP
- CCSK
- Defensible Cybersecurity Architecture
Timeline
Cybersecurity Specialist
Saudi Aramco
07.2025 - Current
Lead Cybersecurity Analyst
Saudi Aramco
01.2021 - 06.2025
Information Security Analyst
Saudi Aramco
01.2014 - 12.2020
HR Systems Analyst
Saudi Aramco
01.2011 - 12.2013
HR Processor
Saudi Aramco
08.2008 - 12.2010
Master of Science - Cybersecurity
King's College London
09/2018 - 09.2019
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Imam Abdulrahman University
09/2004 - 09.2007
Similar Profiles
Mohammed Salman AlrashedMohammed Salman Alrashed
Occupational Therapist at ACCEL International Saudi Inc. Saudi AramcoOccupational Therapist at ACCEL International Saudi Inc. Saudi Aramco
WILLIAM GUZMANWILLIAM GUZMAN
Drilling Supervisor - Drilling & Workover at Saudi Arabian Oil Company (Saudi Aramco)Drilling Supervisor - Drilling & Workover at Saudi Arabian Oil Company (Saudi Aramco)
SEJAD ALWAHIDSEJAD ALWAHID
Summer Training at Saudi Arabian Oil Company (Saudi Aramco)Summer Training at Saudi Arabian Oil Company (Saudi Aramco)
Reynaldo PadillaReynaldo Padilla
Senior Electric System Operator at Saudi Arabian Oil Company, SAUDI ARAMCOSenior Electric System Operator at Saudi Arabian Oil Company, SAUDI ARAMCO
Sultan Al-YahyaSultan Al-Yahya
Marketing Expert II at Saudi Telecom CompanyMarketing Expert II at Saudi Telecom Company