Saif Khalaf Email & Phone Number

Kitchener, Ontario, Canada

The executive board of a Cyber Security Global Alliance is responsible for guiding strategic design and planning aligned with cybersecurity goals, ensuring governance compliance, overseeing financial matters, developing partnerships, advocating for cybersecurity issues, managing risks, providing leadership to the management team, and fostering innovation and growth within the field.

Kitchener, Ontario, Canada

Strategic Planning and Execution: Play an instrumental role in formulating and implementing CSGA’s strategic plans. Ensure these plans are in sync with the overarching organizational goals and objectives, providing critical oversight and guidance.Strategic Insights in Cybersecurity: Provide high-level strategic insights and well-considered recommendations to shape and direct CSGA’s cybersecurity initiatives and programs, leveraging expertise in the field.Program Development and Enhancement: Utilize deep expertise in cybersecurity to contribute to the development, refinement, and enhancement of CSGA’s educational and certification programs, ensuring they meet the highest standards of excellence and relevance.Collaboration and Partnership Facilitation: Actively facilitate and nurture collaborations and partnerships between CSGA and leading entities in cybersecurity, including other organizations, academic institutions, and industry leaders. Focus on identifying and leveraging opportunities for global cooperation and knowledge exchange.Thought Leadership Representation: Represent CSGA as a prominent thought leader in the field of cybersecurity at various international conferences, forums, and events, enhancing the organization's visibility and influence.Community Engagement and Participation: Encourage and foster active participation in CSGA’s initiatives among a broad spectrum of stakeholders, including universities, colleges, organizations, and individuals committed to advancing cybersecurity education and collaborative efforts.Expert Counsel on Cybersecurity Matters: Provide seasoned and insightful counsel on matters related to cybersecurity, keeping abreast of the latest trends, emerging threats, and technological advancements.Industry Connection Facilitation: Establish and maintain strategic connections between CSGA and key stakeholders in the cybersecurity industry, encompassing government entities, military organizations, and private sector corporations.

Kitchener, Ontario, Canada

1. Strategic Leadership:Lead the planning, development, and implementation of cybersecurity initiatives tailored to Iraq, aligning with both government and private sector needs. 2. Program Management:Oversee the execution of the National Supply Chain Security Program, coordinating with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure its smooth rollout across Iraq. 3. Stakeholder Engagement:Build and maintain relationships with the government officials, private sector leaders, and international partners to secure collaboration on national cybersecurity and defense projects. 4. Legislative Coordination:Collaborate with government entities to draft, propose, and implement cybersecurity legislation that supports the program’s objectives, ensuring compliance across Iraq’s supply chain. 5. Risk Assessment and Compliance:Lead efforts in assessing cybersecurity risks for both public and private entities in Iraq, ensuring they meet required security standards and certifications, such as CMMC. 6. Training and Development:Coordinate with international experts, to train local assessors and consultants, ensuring consistent, high-quality cybersecurity assessments across Iraqi institutions. 7. Cybersecurity Consulting:Provide expert guidance to Iraqi government bodies and private companies on improving their cybersecurity hygiene and protecting critical infrastructure from cyber threats. 8. Business Development:Explore and secure new business opportunities related to cybersecurity, defense, and technology within Iraq. 9. Reporting and Compliance:Regularly report on program progress, challenges, and results to Terranova Defense Solutions’ executive leadership, ensuring adherence to project timelines and budgets. 10. Innovation and Expansion:Identify emerging cybersecurity threats and technologies, advising Iraqi stakeholders on proactive measures, and expanding Terranova’s service offerings in the region to meet future needs.

Baghdad, Baghdad Governorate, Iraq

Workflow Requirements Gathering & Analysis:Mapp and analyze current processes from governmental client departments.System Design & Tailoring:Develop PRD's for customized systems to meet the unique regulatory and operational needs of governmental clients.Process Documentation & Compliance:Document current & optimized workflows, ensuring they adhered to public sector standards and international industry related advancements.Project Coordination:Manage project timelines, tasks, and deliverables, ensuring they aligned with the objectives of each governmental client.Stakeholder Liaison:Engage with department heads and key stakeholders to communicate system designs and address concerns, facilitating smooth collaboration.BRD & SRS Development:Create Business Requirement Documents (BRDs), System Requirement Specifications (SRS), and detailed workflow diagrams tailored to each governmental department.System Implementation Oversight:Oversee the implementation of custom systems, ensuring seamless integration with existing governmental workflows and systems.Prototyping & Feedback Loop:Collaborate with developers to prototype and refine systems based on direct feedback from government department users.Change Management & Transition:Ensure effective change management strategies, facilitating smooth transitions to new systems within client departments.

Baghdad Governorate, Iraq

• Identifying soft/hard ware needs of the company and setting the specifications and requirements to source the appropriate equipment and software that align with company needs by carrying out a detailed analysis to understand the IT necessities of the workforce and operations.• Planning, organizing, supervising, training, and evaluating the performance of assigned staff.• Providing day-to-day leadership and working with staff to ensure a high-utilization of the company's systems, applications, and devices.• Ensuring all systems, applications, and integrations are implemented and maintained using sound principles of operating systems, networks, and systems management.• Cooperating with cross-functional teams to develop and maintain the company's systems and applications. • Working with multiple units and understanding their needs and pain-points to deliver the needed solutions.• Communicating with vendors, suppliers and executive management to ensure availability of infrastructure technologies and support.• Performing project management, time management, cost estimating, and budget development whilst organizing and motivating project team; analyzing and managing project risk and monitors progress.• Managing vendor relationships, statements of work; ensuring invoices are properly documented and paid.• Conferring with managers and employees regarding current and anticipated information systems requirements and the feasibility of alternative conceptual approaches to meeting requirements. • Participating in developing and recommending short and long-term plans for hardware and/or software upgrades; working with managers to prioritize network, computer, and mobile device equipment upgrades and expansions.• Participating in preparing detailed RFQ and RFP specifications for the purchase of services and software; reviews, negotiates, approves, and managing the Business Solutions division’s contractual obligations.

Baghdad, Iraq

• Developing the company’s statement, strategy, vision, mission, and values.• Developing the feasibility study and the investors pitch deck.• Developing the company’s plans, contractual models and business models.• Building the organizational structure of the company.• Setting the company’s goals, objectives, milestones and the KPI’s to track the progress of achievement.• Building the recruitment and onboarding requirements and job descriptions with defining the duties of each position.• Interviewing, shortlisting, and onboarding and training employees.• Establishing the rules of procedures, the RACI, the ethics, and process flows.• Creating the process documentation infrastructure.• Creating Sales and marketing plans and researching and identifying potential business opportunities - including potential markets, growth areas, trends, customers, partnerships, services - or new ways of reaching existing markets.• Managing resources, risk analysis, and reporting.• Overseeing and controlling the progress of all tasks and activities.• Overseeing and testing the progress of the building of the required Apps and ERP system.• Creating, Managing and governing the strategic portfolio. • Managing, monitoring, and analyzing daily operations.

Baghdad, Iraq

ERP & Task Management System Analysis:Conduct workshops to gather requirements to procure ERP and task management systems and crafted BRDs and SRS for customization.Lead the implementation and customization process to ensure alignment with business needs.Project Scope and Advisory:Gain a comprehensive understanding of the project's scope.Provide expert advice and guidance to all stakeholders involved in the project.Work Scheduling and Event Sequencing:Construct a tailored work network specific to the project.Identify and sequence critical events to ensure project completion within time and budget constraints.Schedule Presentation and Communication:Communicate the project schedule effectively to internal teams and external clients.Develop and present clear, detailed schedules and graphical representations, including bar charts and network diagrams.Technology Utilization:Employ specialized computer software for effective project tracking and management.Project Monitoring:Monitor the project’s progress at various stages of development.Ensure that actual progress aligns with the anticipated schedule.Progress Adjustment and Reporting:Regularly liaise with the project manager to report on progress.Make necessary adjustments to the schedule to accommodate any unforeseen changes or delays.Global Team Coordination:Coordinate with project participants, potentially located in different countries, using video conferencing and other communication tools.Project Integration:Ensure that all elements of the project are integrated and aligned towards the common goal.Site Civil Engineering Duties:Perform all responsibilities associated with the role of a Site Civil Engineer, overseeing on-site activities, ensuring compliance with engineering standards, and maintaining safety protocols.

Nicosia District, Cyprus

ATS Requirements Gathering & Development:Gather and analyze requirements to develop a student Applicant Tracking System (ATS).Lead and oversee the development process to ensure alignment with university regulations, criteria, and goals.Student Outreach and Engagement:Conduct proactive outreach to prospective students through diverse channels such as college fairs, campus visits, direct mail campaigns, social media marketing, and one-on-one meetings.Represent the university at educational exhibitions and seminars, providing a physical presence and engaging with potential students.Admissions Process Management:Process admission applications efficiently.Assist students with all necessary procedures including fee payment and visa acquisition for Cyprus, facilitating a smooth start to their educational journey.Admissions Counseling:Perform a comprehensive range of admissions functions, including contacting and advising up to 729 prospective students on program offerings, benefits, and requirements, ensuring high-quality student recruitment and optimal program matches.Information Sessions Leadership:Lead information-gathering sessions across the Middle East to promote the university, provide detailed overviews of class offerings, and educate potential students on accreditation requirements.Event Coordination and Facilitation:Organize and co-facilitate various events including campus tours, new student orientations, prospective student events, career fairs, and registration day activities.Admissions Guidance:Guide new students through the admissions process with personalized follow-up, ensuring a seamless completion of all procedures and fostering a superior student experience.

Amman, Amman, Jordan

ERP Requirements Gathering, Analysis, & Implementation:Gather and analyze requirements from all stakeholders to procure ERP system and lead the customization and implementation of the system..Project Scope and Objective Definition:Determine and clearly define the scope and objectives of the project.Resource Management:Predict resource requirements for achieving objectives.Manage resources efficiently and effectively.Tender Process Participation:Engage actively in the tender process, including design, submission, and review stages.Budget Preparation and Management:Prepare a comprehensive budget based on the scope of work and resource needs.Track and manage project costs to adhere to the budget.Project Planning and Scheduling:Develop and manage a detailed project plan and schedule.Implement a comprehensive work plan for project execution.Stakeholder Communication:Provide regular updates and reports to stakeholders regarding strategy, adjustments, and project progress.Vendor and Supplier Contract Management:Manage contracts with vendors and suppliers, ensuring clear task assignment and delivery of expected outcomes.Best Practices Implementation:Apply industry best practices, techniques, and standards throughout the project lifecycle.Progress Monitoring and Adjustment:Monitor project progress and make necessary adjustments to ensure project goals are met.Performance Measurement and Improvement:Measure project performance to identify improvement areas.Optimize and enhance processes and approaches as necessary.Documentation Oversight:Oversee all project-related incoming and outgoing documentation.Risk Mitigation:Design and implement an effective risk mitigation plan.

Amman, Jordan

* Managing multiple projects that directly support efficient Sales and Delivery operations while fulfilling overarching company objectives.* Creating BRDs and SRS for ERP and CRM Implementation & customizations.* Working with and/or managing advertising, sales, and other teams depending on the nature of the project.* Driving strategic improvements to productivity and customer experience in support of and partnership with field sales and delivery partners.* Ensuring all marketing and sales assets are on-brand and aligned with the global business strategy.* Continuously reviewing market research insights and operating metrics to identify and scope optimization opportunities.* Reviewing performance metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of implemented projects.* Succinctly communicating progress and status in diverse forums, including executive leadership.* Establishing and maintain strong relationship with all stakeholders.* Fostering a professional, respectful, and welcoming work environment, while maintaining Tesla standards for personal and operational excellence.* Developing a strategy for launching and scaling Marketing and Sales teams in new markets.* Analyzing data and find insights to guide strategic decisions and enhance Sales' ability to go-to-market, such as new market launches, customer segmentation definition, and lead generation programs.* Independently identifying growth opportunities, lead discussions to advocate for resourcing the project, lead the project, and implement tracking infrastructure and visualization to report on results.* Managing relationships with Partnerships, Product, Marketing, Finance, Data Science, and more to promote Sales growth and profitability.* Directing data analysts to create reporting and sources of truth.

Cyprus

• Completeing all tasks set by the Supervisor and assisting wherever possible.•Observing existing strategies and techniques and offering suggestions for improvement.•Conducting research and collating data.•Traveling to different sites and gaining practical experience in new work zones.Working closely with staff to foster professional values and build good relationships.•Observing health and safety guidelines at all times.•Attending meetings and workshops.Submitting to all forms of evaluation during the traineeship.•Compiling reports and delivering presentations to staff members and other stakeholders.

Cyprus

• Completeing all tasks set by the Supervisor and assisting wherever possible.•Observing existing strategies and techniques and offering suggestions for improvement.•Conducting research and collating data.•Traveling to different sites and gaining practical experience in new work zones.Working closely with staff to foster professional values and build good relationships.•Observing health and safety guidelines at all times.•Attending meetings and workshops.Submitting to all forms of evaluation during the traineeship.•Compiling reports and delivering presentations to staff members and other stakeholders.

Nicosia, Cyprus

•Managing products and relationships with the customer contacts for sale of products at assigned Red Bull Distribution Company (RBDC) accounts.•Determining current and ongoing product needs at accounts and look for ways to increase sales.•Performing outside sales functions and reporting to the District Sales Manager.•Servicing all customers in a safe and productive manner, according to Red Bull’s executional standards.•Maintaining the relationship with customer contacts at each RBDC assigned account.•Building a localized plan with the Brand Marketing Manager to increase trial, usage, and brand awareness.•Conducting regular market visits to better understand focus areas and executional challenges.•Challenging the team to develop new opportunities to attract new users and increase existing product use.•Creating tools and trainings to empower the team, and promote Red Bull's core values, such as responsibility, passion, and focus.•Identify local opinion leaders and support brand campaigns including product launches, brand building events, and implementation of cross-marketing programs.

Baghdad, Baghdad Governorate, Iraq

•Working closely with financial reporting and IT teams to establish initiatives and strategies to improve procedures and to optimize costs.•Consulting with managers or other leaders of functional areas to understand how they use IT systems, research emerging technologies that might be a good fit for the company, analyze costs and benefits, implement new systems and train the system’s users, or write instruction manuals.•Using both business and information technology tools to evaluate a company’s operating systems and procedures and design improvements.•Collecting required DATA using interviews, document analysis, site visits, business process descriptions, use cases, scenarios, business analysis, and task and workflow analysis.•Proactively communicate and collaborate with external and internal customers to analyze information needs and functional requirements and deliver the following as needed: functional requirements through the Business Requirements Document (BRD), use cases, Graphical User Interface GUI, screen and interface designs. Collaborate with developers and subject matter experts to establish the technical vision and analyze tradeoffs between usability and performance needs.•Performing system set-up, configuration, administrative duties and testing.Suggest best practices and opportunities for improvement through automation.•Maintaining reference documentation.

Amman, Jordan

Project Management Office (PMO) Leadership:Led the establishment of a Project Management Office to oversee multiple projects, ensuring alignment with the company’s strategic goals.Developed and implemented PMO policies, procedures, and best practices.Requirements Gathering and Documentation:Gather the requirements from clients and generate BRD and SRS documents to implement software solutions.Software Projects Implementation Management:Manage the implementation of the projects to ensure successful delivery aligned with client needs.Stakeholder Liaison:Liaised & negotiated with project personnel, vendors, and end-users to define and meet project requirements.Project Initiation and Planning:Outlined, defined, and initiated projects, developing comprehensive project plans including scope, timelines, resources, and budgets.Documentation and Control:Implemented document control policies and developed documentation templates to ensure consistency and compliance.Project Oversight:Coordinated with project teams to ensure tasks are completed on time and within scope.Resolved project issues and conflicts, and escalated critical issues to senior management as needed.Budget and Resource Management:Managed project resources, including staffing, equipment, and materials.Developed and maintained project budgets, providing regular reports.Compliance and Standards:Ensured projects complied with objectives, policies, procedures, and standards.Ensured adherence to best practices, SOPs, PMO policies, and guidelines.

Amman, Jordan

• Supervise 24/7 operation, managing a team of support personnel who troubleshoot technical issues andmonitor systems.• Setting up hardware and installing, configure, and upgrade operating systems, firmware, software anddrivers.• Maintaining and repairing technological equipment (e.g. routers) or peripheral devices• Installing well-functioning LAN/WAN and other networks and manage components (servers, IPs etc.).• Manage security options and software in computers and networks to maintain privacy and protection fromattacks.• Perform regular upgrades to ensure systems remain updated.• Troubleshoot system failures or bugs and provide solutions to restore functionality.• Arrange maintenance sessions to discover and mend inefficiencies.• Keep records of repairs and fixes for future reference.• Offer timely technical support and teach users how to utilize computers correctly.

Master'S Degree, Civil Engineering

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Civil Engineering

Bachelor'S Degree, Civil Engineering

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Computer Engineering