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Yazeed Alghamdi

Saudi Arabia

Summary

Experienced Senior Cybersecurity GRC Specialist with over three years of expertise in governance, risk management, and compliance. Proven ability to strengthen security frameworks, manage risk assessments, and ensure adherence to industry standards and regulations.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Cybersecurity GRC Specialist

Communications, Space & Technology Commission - CST
05.2024 - Current
  • Overseeing the execution of the cybersecurity strategy and enhancing the roadmap.
  • Accountable for the Cybersecurity Committee Executive Summary.
  • I represented the Cybersecurity Department as a CAB member.
  • Drove the creation of comprehensive SOWs for diverse cybersecurity projects.
  • Developed cybersecurity frameworks, policies, procedures, and processes.
  • Lead cybersecurity risk assessments for third parties, before launching new systems and technology, and prior to infrastructure changes.
  • Oversaw Cybersecurity Risk Register.
  • Utilized the GRC tool to enhance risk assessment and compliance processes.
  • Enhanced adherence to cybersecurity policies through the creation and execution of comprehensive compliance plans.
  • Generated performance metric reports for team members.

Cyber Security Specialist

GASCO
Riyadh
08.2021 - 04.2024
  • Effectively managed Cybersecurity Advisory Project as Projects Manager, overseeing completion of key tasks including NCA 360 AS-IS Risks Assessment, collaborated with interface teams to develop important SLAs and documented all NCA Frameworks closures. Created detailed roadmap to implement IT/OT security solutions.
  • Responsible of Cybersecurity Awareness by developing training materials to cover organizational policies, procedures, tools and monitoring requirements.(workshops, Phishing Campaign, C-level awareness).
  • Demonstrated commitment to meeting NCA's compliance requirements.
  • Conducting periodic risk assessments for third-party projects and production changes.
  • Reviewed and updated policies and procedures periodically.
  • Implemented advanced computer forensic tools after thorough research and innovative design.

Organizational Assistant

Live to give volunteer group
Coraopolis
04.2018 - 12.2018
  • Connected with people needing help and coordinated referrals for available services.
  • Controlled building access by supplying key cards to employees and visitors.

Social Activities Leader

Robert Morris university
Coraopolis
01.2018 - 12.2018
  • Developed events and programs in consideration of needs, abilities and interests of participants.
  • Created and led safety training workshops for students.
  • Upheld compliance standards and mitigated safety issues.
  • Consulted with staff and other professionals to discuss activities.
  • Handled budgetary concerns, keeping activities affordable.
  • Trained and managed assistants and delegated tasks for staff members.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Cyber Forensics And Information Security

Robert Morris University
Coraopolis, PA
2020

Skills

  • Risk Management
  • Regulatory compliance and documentation
  • Cybersecurity Governance
  • Project Management
  • Decision Making and Adaptability
  • Training and development

Certifications

  • CRISC
  • GRCA
  • GRCP
  • Security+
  • CCNA
  • ISO 27001 LI
  • ISO 31000 Risk management
  • ISO 27005 ISRM
  • ITIL 4 Foundation

Additional Information

  • Languages ( Arabic , English ). DOB ( 21 February 1995 ).

Timeline

Senior Cybersecurity GRC Specialist

Communications, Space & Technology Commission - CST
05.2024 - Current

Cyber Security Specialist

GASCO
08.2021 - 04.2024

Organizational Assistant

Live to give volunteer group
04.2018 - 12.2018

Social Activities Leader

Robert Morris university
01.2018 - 12.2018

Bachelor of Science - Cyber Forensics And Information Security

Robert Morris University
Yazeed Alghamdi