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Shatha Alhoqail

Riyad,Saudi Arabia

Summary

Senior Cybersecurity Specialist with a focus on governance, risk, and compliance (GRC). Expertise in developing security policies, improving procedures, and executing security awareness programs. Adept at collaborating with both technical and non-technical teams, driving initiatives to successful completion, and ensuring compliance across all projects. Eager to contribute to a forward-thinking organization’s cybersecurity objectives while supporting risk mitigation strategies and enhancing overall security posture.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Cybersecurity Specialist

Saudi Electronic University
01.2023 - Current

Contributed significantly to improving the university's compliance rate through the following key responsibilities:

  • Led the development of the cybersecurity strategy.
  • Developed and updated cybersecurity policies and procedures.
  • Conducted regular security assessments and provided reports on vulnerabilities.
  • Supported and implemented security strategies while increasing cybersecurity awareness.
  • Triaged and responded to cybersecurity alerts, reducing potential harm to critical data and systems.
  • Achieved over a 300% increase in compliance with the Cybersecurity Authority’s ECC regulations.
  • Coordinated with relevant stakeholders to implement security controls and ensure compliance.

Cybersecurity Engineer

Saudi Electronic University
04.2022 - 02.2023
  • Conducted vulnerability assessments, identifying and addressing security weaknesses.
  • Analyzed security incidents, assessed their impact, and developed effective response plans.
  • Monitored risks across systems and applications, using advanced tools to detect threats and abnormal behaviors.
  • Implemented cybersecurity awareness programs, training employees on best practices and current threat trends.

Cybersecurity specialist

Saudi Electronic University
03.2021 - 03.2022
  • Implemented the Essential Cybersecurity Controls (ECC) regulations to ensure organizational compliance.
  • Coordinated with relevant departments to ensure that all ECC and ISO 27001 requirements were met, and that security standards were consistently maintained.
  • Implemented security awareness programs and provided training for employees on cybersecurity best practices to strengthen the overall security culture.

IT Support Specialist|

Majmaah University
07.2012 - 02.2021
  • Provided technical support, troubleshooting hardware and software issues, and ensuring the smooth operation of IT systems and network infrastructure.

Administrative Assistant

Majmaah University
01.2010 - 01.2013

Graphic Designer & Media Committee Supervisor for Student Affairs, responsible for designing visual content for student programs, overseeing the media committee, and coordinating student events under the Student Affairs Department to ensure successful execution and engagement

Education

Master of Science - Cyber Security

Saudi Electronic University

English for Speakers of Other Languages

McFatter Technical College

Bachelor of Computer Science -

AlMajmaah University

Skills

  • Innovative developer providing creative solutions
  • Project Management
  • Strategic thinking
  • Effective communication
  • Problem-solving
  • Communication skills
  • Willingness to learn
  • Calm under pressure

Languages

Arabic
Native language
English
Advanced
C1

Certification

ISO 27001 Lead Implementer

Security Plus

CRISC (In Progress)

Projects

Cybersecurity Strategy Development
ISO 27001 Information Security Management System

Relevant Course

Timeline

Senior Cybersecurity Specialist

Saudi Electronic University
01.2023 - Current

Cybersecurity Engineer

Saudi Electronic University
04.2022 - 02.2023

Cybersecurity specialist

Saudi Electronic University
03.2021 - 03.2022

IT Support Specialist|

Majmaah University
07.2012 - 02.2021

Administrative Assistant

Majmaah University
01.2010 - 01.2013

English for Speakers of Other Languages

McFatter Technical College

Master of Science - Cyber Security

Saudi Electronic University

Bachelor of Computer Science -

AlMajmaah University
Shatha Alhoqail