Mahmoud Yassin
Chief Technology & Security Officer
Mahmoud is an award-winning, globally experienced security executive with over 25 years of expertise in cyber security and technology risk management.
For the past decade, he has held executive-level positions such as CISO, CSO & CTO, working with large multinational organisations. His experience includes managing globally dispersed teams and successfully delivering strategic, transformational programs.
Mahmoud has a proven track record of bridging the gap between technology and operations, ensuring successful program delivery. His approach to risk and security is both strategic and pragmatic, allows him to inspire confidence among both technologists and business stakeholders. He is committed to lifelong learning, holding an MSc in Information Security and numerous cyber security and risk management qualifications.
As a recognised thought leader in cyber security, he is frequently invited to speak and collaborate at global events.
He has served as a security commentator for Sky News Arabia, The BOX in the USA, and as a member of the customer advisory board for Access Data. His ability to connect with a diverse audience and inspire confidence makes him a sought-after speaker and advisor in the field.