Created IT operations from zero
Built the full technology environment for an e-commerce startup—systems, infrastructure, ERP, cybersecurity, vendors and support—and enabled launch within six months.
Strategic IT Leadership · Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Transforming IT into business value.
Strategic technology leader with 24+ years of experience shaping IT strategy, digital transformation, ERP, cybersecurity, governance and resilient operations across the Middle East.
24+years in technology
17years in senior management
6 mo.startup platform launch
7industry environments
Leadership that
moves business.
From startup foundations to regulated fintech and IPO-readiness programs, I connect technology decisions to governance, operational resilience and measurable growth.
Established IPO-ready foundations
Developed ERP, controls, policies and governance documentation at Foods Gate, then led technology readiness activities in the pharmaceutical sector.
Aligned fintech with SAMA expectations
Translated regulatory requirements into practical controls, risk registers, remediation roadmaps and audit-ready evidence for fintech organizations.
Executive
capabilities.
A cross-functional portfolio spanning transformation, delivery, risk and enterprise technology operations.
IT Strategy & Executive Leadership
Digital Transformation
ERP Implementation & Upgrades
Cybersecurity & Information Security
SAMA Regulatory Alignment
IPO Technology Readiness
IT Governance & Audit
Risk, Resilience & Continuity
Infrastructure & Cloud
IT Service Management
Vendor, Budget & Stakeholders
Program & Project Delivery
Selected
experience.
A career built across pharmaceuticals, fintech, e-commerce, food and beverage, retail, consulting, engineering and enterprise technology.
FEB 2024 — PRESENT
IT Manager
Pharma Pharmaceutical Industries & Biological Products · Riyadh
Leading IT strategy, ERP implementation, systems modernization, cybersecurity, governance and the technology workstream supporting the company's IPO application.
JUN 2023 — FEB 2024
Fintech Technology & Regulatory Compliance Advisor
muqaranah · Riyadh
Advised fintech organizations on SAMA-aligned technology governance, cybersecurity controls, risk management, evidence preparation and regulatory readiness.
JUN — DEC 2023
IT Manager
Almanea Co · Riyadh
Established ITIL-aligned policies, modernized infrastructure and launched a service desk with clearer ownership, service levels and reporting.
SEP 2021 — JUN 2023
Head of Information Technology
Sindebaad.com · Riyadh
Built the startup's complete technology environment and led its e-commerce and ERP launch from initial setup to operation within six months.
OCT 2017 — SEP 2021
IT Manager
Foods Gate Company · Riyadh
Built the IT foundation, ERP environment, controls and documentation that supported rapid growth and the company's later IPO journey.
IT Manager · Emax Electronics, Landmark Group2012–2017 · Riyadh
IT Manager · MAG Group Holding2009–2011 · Sharjah
IT Consultant · Leighton Asia2008–2009 · Abu Dhabi
Senior Consultant · 3i Infotech2006–2008 · Sharjah
Senior IT Engineer · Black Cat Engineering2002–2006 · Doha
Technology creates the most value when strategy, controls and delivery move together.
Education & credentials
Master of Computer Applications (MCA)
PMP® — Project Management Professional
ITIL® Foundation
Oracle Applications Financial Training
Purchase to Pay, Inventory & RME Certification
E-Commerce Training
Available for leadership conversations