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Mark Hailes, Enterprise Architect MENA

Mark Hailes

Enterprise Architect MENA·Atos

Saudi Arabia

Master's degree, Cyber Security

Work experience

Total years of experience: 30 years, 8 months

Enterprise Architect MENA

January 2024 - Present

Atos

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

January 2024 - Present

Program delivery for clients across the MENA region, based on the Atos Cognitive Data Platform (Smart Solution Platform). The Platform is a comprehensive data solution, designed to harness the power of advanced analytics, artificial intelligence, and machine learning. It enables organisations to efficiently process, manage, and derive valuable insights from large volumes of structured and unstructured data. The platform supports the seamless integration of diverse data sources and provides sophisticated tools for data visualisation, predictive modelling, and real-time decision-making. With its robust capabilities, the Platform empowers businesses to unlock the full potential of their data, driving innovation and informed strategic initiatives
Company industry:
IT Services
Job role:
Information Technology

Enterprise Architect

January 2024 - Present

Atos, KSA & MET Region

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

January 2024 - Present

• Led strategic consulting engagements across MENA, designing enterprise
architecture frameworks aligned with national digital transformation goals.
• Delivered advisory on AI/ML and big data platforms, ensuring compliance
and operational excellence for government and enterprise clients.
• Partnered with clients in MET, Africa, and Australia to architect scalable
analytics and governance solutions.
Company industry:
IT Services

Senior Smart Campus Integration Specialist

January 2022 - December 2023

MEEZA,

Doha, Qatar

January 2022 - December 2023

• Program Lead for Qatar Foundations Smart Campus, advising on IoT
integration and digital infrastructure strategy.
• Consulted with stakeholders to align project objectives with innovation,
sustainability, and compliance requirements.
• Directed cross-functional teams and vendors, ensuring seamless delivery
of complex, multi-technology initiatives.
Company industry:
IT Services

Information Technology Security Manager

January 2021 - December 2021

City of Bradford Council,

United Kingdom

January 2021 - December 2021

• Provided consultancy on cybersecurity strategy, risk management, and
compliance with UK Government and NHS standards.
• Delivered a Regional Cyber Resiliency Program, coordinating multiple
councils and emergency services.
• Advised leadership on vendor solutions and security controls, ensuring
alignment with governance frameworks.
Company industry:
Other Business Support Services

Service Design Manager

January 2017 - December 2020

Qatar Foundation,

Doha, Qatar

January 2017 - December 2020

• Acted as strategic advisor to senior management on IT security, architecture, and
governance.
• Established IT Tender Management Office, standardizing procurement and
evaluation processes.
• Consulted on OT/ICS transition program, ensuring compliance for MOI and FIFA
ahead of the 2022 World Cup.
Company industry:
Primary, Prep, & Secondary School

Head of Infrastructure

January 2015 - January 2017

London Metal Exchange,

London, United Kingdom

January 2015 - January 2017

• Provided consultancy on infrastructure strategy, resilience, and emerging
technology adoption.
• Guided leadership on disaster recovery and business continuity planning for
critical trading systems.
• Ensured infrastructure alignment with global business objectives.
Company industry:
Financial Services

Managing Director

January 2011 - January 2015

HumanIT,

Bang Lamung, Thailand

January 2011 - January 2015

IT service management and consultancy
Company industry:
Primary, Prep, & Secondary School
Job role:
Information Technology

Senior IT Operations Manager

January 2009 - January 2011

MEEZA,

Doha, Qatar

January 2009 - January 2011

IT Managed service provider
Company industry:
IT Services
Job role:
Information Technology

ITSM Consultant

January 2008 - January 2008

Quint Wellington Redwood -MET

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

January 2008 - January 2008

Business transformation and ITSM consultancy
Company industry:
IT Services
Job role:
Consulting

ITSM Manager

January 2006 - January 2007

Highways Agency,

United Kingdom

January 2006 - January 2007

ITSM service improvement consultancy
Company industry:
Civil Engineering

Global IT Operations Manager

January 2001 - January 2006

Pindar Set,

United Kingdom

January 2001 - January 2006

Global operations manager for IT teams in UK, US and India
Company industry:
Graphic Design

Regional Account Manager

January 1999 - January 2001

Bibby Distribution

United Kingdom

January 1999 - January 2001

Company industry:
Distribution, Supply Chain & Logistics
Job role:
Logistics and Transportation

Presales Account Manager

January 1993 - January 1998

Compugen Systems,

Hamilton, Canada

January 1993 - January 1998

Company industry:
IT Services
Job role:
Information Technology

Education

North Wales management school

February 2022

February 2022

Master's degree, Cyber Security

United Kingdom

GPA (point): 3.3 out of 4

GPA (point): 3.3 out of 4

Current Grad average is B+, working dissertation.

Skills

IT Governance
Expert
IT Governance
Expert
CISM
Expert
CISM
Expert
ITSM
Expert
ITSM
Expert
BUSINESS STRATEGIES
Intermediate
BUSINESS STRATEGIES
Intermediate
CERTIFIED INFORMATION SYSTEM AUDITOR CISA
Intermediate
CERTIFIED INFORMATION SYSTEM AUDITOR CISA
Intermediate
CERTIFIED INFORMATION SECURITY MANAGER
Intermediate
CERTIFIED INFORMATION SECURITY MANAGER
Intermediate
CONSULTING
Intermediate
CONSULTING
Intermediate
CYBER SECURITY
Intermediate
CYBER SECURITY
Intermediate
INTERNET OF THINGS IOT
Intermediate
INTERNET OF THINGS IOT
Intermediate
LINKEDIN
Intermediate
LINKEDIN
Intermediate
RESILIENCE
Intermediate
RESILIENCE
Intermediate
SOLUTION ARCHITECTURE
Intermediate
SOLUTION ARCHITECTURE
Intermediate
STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP
Intermediate
STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP
Intermediate

Languages

English

Native Speaker

Training and Certifications

Certifications
IT Service & Risk
TOGAF 10 Practitioner MCSE: Core Infrastructure MCSA: Cloud Platform Cloud Fundamentals
CISA (ISACA) CISM (ISACA) NIST CSF Professional
Data & Governance
Cyber Security for Critical Urban Infrastructure

Hobbies and interests

Guitar and Ukulele