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Waleed Abbas, Chief Executive Officer

Waleed Abbas

Chief Executive Officer ·Smart Cities Solutions Company

Saudi Arabia

High school or equivalent, Security

Work experience

Total years of experience: 14 years, 10 months

Chief Executive Officer

January 2023 - Present

Smart Cities Solutions Company

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

January 2023 - Present

• Led P&L performance and corporate governance, ensuring alignment of growth strategies with sustainability objectives.
• Achieved significant revenue growth and consistently met financial targets while maintaining strong liquidity.
• Spearheaded corporate leadership in smart parking and smart city initiatives, driving innovation in urban solutions.
• Developed and executed strategic vision, fostering partnerships with key stakeholders to enhance operational capabilities.
• Cultivated a performance-driven culture emphasizing operational excellence, resilience, and continuous improvement.
• Promoted a culture of innovation, encouraging teams to explore new technologies and methodologies for business growth.
Company industry:
Installation & Technical Services
Job role:
Information Technology

Group Chief Technology Officer

December 2022 - Present

BATIC INVESTMENTS & LOGISTICS CO.

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

December 2022 - Present

• Directed digital transformation across group companies, modernizing IT operations.
• Oversaw deployment of solutions to improve efficiency and transparency.
• Advised the board on technology strategy, driving efficiency improvements and cost optimization.
Company industry:
Investment, Securities & Funds

General Manager – IT Products

February 2022 - December 2022

Saudi Data & AI Authority (SDAIA)

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

February 2022 - December 2022

• Led implementation of enterprise systems serving thousands of employees.
• Drove technology adoption to improve HR, finance, and procurement processes.
• Aligned IT product strategy with organizational objectives.
Company industry:
IT Services

Jeddah Security Operations Division Head

October 2013 - January 2022

Saudi Aramco

Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

October 2013 - January 2022

• Directed security operations across multiple facilities and large staff teams.
• Oversaw risk management, incident response, and operational resilience.
Company industry:
Oil & Gas

Industrial Security Systems Division Head

October 2013 - January 2022

Saudi Aramco

Dhahran, Saudi Arabia

October 2013 - January 2022

• Led modernization of enterprise security systems and identity management.
• Coordinated cross-functional efforts to enhance operational security.
Company industry:
Oil & Gas

Business Development & Security Systems Unit Supervisor

October 2013 - January 2022

Saudi Aramco

Dhahran, Saudi Arabia

October 2013 - January 2022

• Directed development of applications supporting security operations.
• Partnered with stakeholders to scale and integrate new solutions.
Company industry:
Oil & Gas

911 Emergency Center Chief

October 2013 - January 2022

Saudi Aramco

Dhahran, Saudi Arabia

October 2013 - January 2022

• Managed 24/7 emergency operations center monitoring industrial sites.
• Ensured readiness and responsiveness to incidents.
Company industry:
Oil & Gas

Intelligence Group Lead

October 2013 - January 2022

Saudi Aramco

Dhahran, Saudi Arabia

October 2013 - January 2022

• Established intelligence function to monitor threats and data leakage.
• Provided executive reporting and risk assessments.
Company industry:
Oil & Gas

System Support Unit Supervisor

October 2013 - January 2022

Saudi Aramco

Dhahran, Saudi Arabia

October 2013 - January 2022

• Led a 24/7 customer support center for corporate security systems.
• Oversaw incident handling, system maintenance, and end-user support.
• Ensured operational continuity and high service availability.
Company industry:
Oil & Gas

Digital Forensic & Cybersecurity Examiner

October 2013 - January 2022

Saudi Aramco

Dhahran, Saudi Arabia

October 2013 - January 2022

Delivered forensic support for corporate investigations.
Company industry:
Oil & Gas

Network Administrator

January 2005 - January 2007

Abdullah Hashim Gases

Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

January 2005 - January 2007

Managed and supported IT networks and servers across regional sites.
Company industry:
Oil & Gas

Education

DePaul University

August 2013

August 2013

High school or equivalent, Security

United States

GPA (point): 4 out of 4

GPA (point): 4 out of 4

Purdue University

December 2011

December 2011

Bachelor's degree, Computer Information Technology

United States

GPA (point): 3.88 out of 4

GPA (point): 3.88 out of 4

Skills

P&L responsibility

Expert

Public private Partnerships

Expert

Business Transformation

Expert

Digital Innovation

Expert

Business Development

Expert

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

Expert

Teamwork

Expert

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

Expert

INVESTMENTS

Intermediate

Cybersecurity

Intermediate

DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION

Expert

Languages

Arabic

Native Speaker

English

Expert

Training and Certifications

Certifications
GIAC Certified Incident Handler
EnCase Forensic – ENCE Certified Examiner
Harvard Manage Mentor Program
Wharton Advanced Leadership Program