Amin Siddiqui, Cism, Cdpse, Csl
About Amin Siddiqui, Cism, Cdpse, Csl
Amin Siddiqui serves as the Senior Vice President of Cybersecurity GRC, bringing extensive experience in information security across various financial institutions in Saudi Arabia. His career includes roles at Banque Saudi Fransi, Arab National Bank, and Confidential, where he has demonstrated leadership in developing security programs and managing project teams.
Current Role in Cybersecurity GRC
Amin Siddiqui serves as the Senior Vice President of Cybersecurity Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) at a confidential organization since 2021. In this role, he leads initiatives to enhance the organization's cybersecurity posture. His responsibilities include overseeing the development and implementation of security policies and procedures that align with business objectives.
Previous Experience in Cybersecurity
Prior to his current position, Siddiqui held various roles in cybersecurity. He worked as Vice President of Cybersecurity GRC at a confidential organization from 2019 to 2021. Before that, he served as Senior Manager, Acting Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), and Head of Information Security GRC at Banque Saudi Fransi from 2018 to 2019. His experience also includes roles at Arab National Bank, where he progressed from Computer System Operator to Information Security Officer over several years.
Educational Background
Amin Siddiqui has a solid educational foundation in information technology. He earned a Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology from Prince Sultan University, where he studied from 1999 to 2005. Additionally, he completed a diploma in Mainframe Operations at the Institute of Public Administration in Saudi Arabia from 1997 to 1998.
Expertise in Information Security
Siddiqui possesses extensive expertise in information security, with hands-on experience in leading system development stages, defining security requirements, and designing secure architectures. He has a proven track record of implementing innovative security programs that enhance organizational security posture. His skills include developing comprehensive security policies, procedures, and technical specifications.
Leadership and Project Management Skills
Amin Siddiqui demonstrates exceptional leadership skills in coordinating and directing project-based efforts. He effectively manages and motivates project teams to achieve security objectives. His experience includes successfully directing a broad range of banking and corporate information security initiatives, ensuring alignment with business goals.