Kamran Ahmed

Data Management | Data Privacy | Cybersecurity | Project Management | Information Security | GRC

Summary
Dynamic and results-driven Cybersecurity Professional with over 20 years of experience in leading high value projects in Middle East Region. His extensive background includes spearheading numerous high-value engagements, resulting in the successful delivery of over 150 projects for major corporations. He is a proficient Data Management and Data Privacy Leader and Subject-Matter Expert ՄSMEՅ skilled in cybersecurity governance, compliance, and project management. Proven track record in policy development, risk assessments, compliance auditing, and delivering projects on time and within budget.
Education
        • Bachelor of Engineering – NED University of Engineering and Technology
Certification
        • Project Management Professional (PMP) – Project Management Institute (PMI)
        • Privacy Information Management Systems (PIMS) ISO 27701 Certified – SGS
        • Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP) BootCamp – From Koenig Solutions
        • Certified Identity & Access Manager (CIAM) – Identity Management Institute
        • Certified Lead Auditor (CLA) – IRCA
        • CLOUD Azure Admin Associate – Microsoft
        • Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) CISCO
Skills
          • Information Security
          • Cybersecurity
          • Identity & Access Management
          • Auditing
          • Training
          • Risk Assessment
          • Problem Solving
          • Project Management
          • Data Privacy
          • Communication
          • Security Framework
          • Incident Response
          • Leadership
Key Achievements
        • Enhance Cybersecurity Posture – Successfully designed and implemented a comprehensive cybersecurity governance framework, reducing security incidents by 50%.
        • Build and Coach Cybersecurity Team – Build and coach a team of Information and Cybersecurity professionals and enhance their apprehension and skills in local and international Cybersecurity Framework.
        • Multi-Million Dollar Projects Delivery – Spearheading high-value Projects, resulting in the successful delivery of over 150 projects.
        • Strategic Risk Mitigation – Conducted organization-wide risk assessments, identified critical vulnerabilities, and developed mitigation strategies that improved risk resilience and compliance with regulatory standards