Cybersecurity Architect/ Auditor

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

Mohammad Zakaria is a distinguished Senior Cybersecurity Specialist with a 14+ years in the Information Technology and Cybersecurity sectors.

Zakaria’s academic credentials are extensive, including a MSc in Cybersecurity and Digital Criminology, complemented by a BSc in Computer Science. His professional journey is marked by the acquisition of over 15 professional certifications.

Zakaria is a highly sought-after consultant, specializing in Cybersecurity architecture, helping in transforming cybersecurity into business language and develop holistic information security strategies.

His expertise extends to being an established speaker, and freelance instructor, where he has imparted technical training to various government and private entities, enhancing their capabilities in critical cybersecurity areas. Zakaria is also an IT/ Cybersecurity auditor.

Zakaria’s influence in the GRC community is significant. He is dedicated to advancing the field through his commitment to GRC education and research, continually contributing to the growth and development of this sector. His work not only reflects his deep expertise but also his passion for nurturing and disseminating knowledge in this area.

CERTIFICATES

Certified Information Systems Security Professional – CISSP
Certified Information Systems Auditor– CISA
Certified Information Security Manager – CISM
Certified Chief Information Security Officer– CCISO
Certified Data Protection Officer – CDPO
Certified Ethical Hacker – CEH
Certified Internal Auditor - CIA
PCI-DSS Internal Security Assessor
Microsoft 365 Certified Security Administrator Associate
ISO 27001 Lead Implementer
ISO 27001 Lead Auditor
ISO 22301 Lead Implementer
ISO 22301 Lead Auditor
ISO 27005 Lead Risk Manager
ISO 27701 Lead Implementer
ISO 27701 Lead Auditor
ISO 20000 Lead Implementer
PECB Certified Trainer
Microsoft 365 Certified Security Administrator Associate
MCTS - .Net Framework 4, Web Applications

AUDIT EXPERINCE

Zakaria is a highly experienced Lead Auditor with BSI and TUV, (global leaders in standards and certification).

He has audited various government and private entities across the Middle East and Europe. His expertise spans a wide range of industries, including finance (banking), healthcare, manufacturing, and technology. Zakaria is a trusted advisor to many organizations seeking to achieve and maintain the highest standards of excellence.

TRAINING EXPERIENCE

An accredited trainer from PECB (Canada) and BSI (UK).

Zakaria has a robust portfolio of courses that he delivers with exceptional expertise. His training repertoire includes:

• ISO 27001 Lead Implementer / Lead Auditor Courses

• ISO 22301 Lead Implementer / Lead Auditor Courses

• ISO 27701 Lead Implementer / Lead Auditor Courses

• ISO 27005 Lead Implementer / Lead Auditor Courses

• ISO 31000 Lead Risk Manager Course

• GDPR - Certified Data Protection Officer Course

Zakaria is also an accredited trainer with the Al-Jazeera Institute (Qatar).

• Delivering on-demand specialized courses in information security

EDUCATION

MS in Cybersecurity and Digital Criminology, Princess Sumaya University for Technology, 2103.
Research: New Hybrid Methodology for Secure Systems.

BS in Computer Science, The Hashemite University, 2011.
Graduate Project: Social Media website

MEMBERSHIPS

Fellow Member of The Association of Governance Risk & Compliance (AGRC)
Member of the institute of internal auditors
ISACA - CISM Review Manual Subject Matter Expert
ISACA - Mentor, ISACA Mentorship Program
ISACA - Member, Information Security Advisory Group