H.E. Dr. Mohamed Al Kuwaiti
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H.E. Dr. Mohamed Al Kuwaiti
Additional Info
| Job title of nominated professional (or team name) | Head of the UAE Cyber Security Council |
| Company (where nominated professional or team is working) | UAE cyber security council |
| Website | https://csc.gov.ae/ |
| Company size (employees) | 50 to 99 |
| Country | United Arab Emirates |
| Headquarters Region | Middle East |
Overview
H.E. Dr. Mohamed Al Kuwaiti, appointed as the Head of the UAE Cyber Security Council (CSC) in 2020, holds a role in shaping the nation’s cybersecurity landscape. His responsibilities include developing a robust cybersecurity strategy to address the evolving digital threats and ensuring the UAE’s leadership in global cybersecurity efforts. Under his guidance, the UAE ascended 42 spots to rank 5th globally in the ITU Global Cybersecurity Index, reflecting advancements in the nation’s cyber security posture.
Dr. Al Kuwaiti’s leadership has led to groundbreaking achievements, including setting 10 Guinness World Records in cybersecurity awareness and drills. Under his leadership, the CSC has successfully launched multiple initiatives and collaborations, such as Cyber Pulse initiative, which enhances digital defense, receiving ITU WSIS Award 2023, UAE Information-Sharing platform, which promotes international collaboration in cybercrime intelligence sharing, Cyber Next 50, Train-the-nation, and Cyber Bug Bounty. The partnership to start the Cyber Sniper Program focuses on developing national cybersecurity expertise, while National Youth Cyber Awareness Program is transforming communities into defenders against cyber threats. His leadership within the UAE Cyber Security Council resulted in an agreement with the ITU to bolster global capacity building in cybersecurity and initiated an OIC Call-to-Action to tackle pressing cybersecurity concerns.
In addition to his executive roles, Dr. Al Kuwaiti contributes to the cybersecurity field through academic and advisory positions, serving on boards and committees across various sectors. His experience includes roles within the National Electronic Security Authority and the Ministry of Interior, enriching his expertise in national and international cybersecurity.
Dr. Al Kuwaiti holds a Doctorate in Computer Engineering and Network Security. His work has garnered international recognition, establishing him as a leading figure in cybersecurity. Through his efforts, Dr. Al Kuwaiti enhances the UAE’s cyber defenses and positions the nation at the forefront of global cybersecurity initiatives.
Accomplishments
Dr. Mohamed Al-Kuwaiti as the head of the UAE Cyber Security Council, has profoundly transformed the UAE's cybersecurity landscape, evidenced by the nation's leap to 5th place globally in the Global Cybersecurity Index, and his leadership in achieving 10 Guinness World Record including the Largest Cyber Drill Competition. These achievements reflect his innovative and effective strategies in cybersecurity.
• As a global cybersecurity leader, Dr. Al-Kuwaiti has significantly influenced international cybersecurity discourse, delivering over 80 keynote speeches at major events locally and internationally in 2023, including the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Cybersecurity 2023, GITEX 2023, GISEC 2023, World Government Summit 2023, etc. His insights have shaped global perspectives on cybersecurity futures and strategies. Furthermore, Dr. Al-Kuwaiti's recognition with GOLD GLOBEE® WINNER for Lifetime Achievement Award 2024, the Cybersecurity Excellence: GLOBAL Cybersecurity Visionary award 2023, the ISC2 Government Professional Award 2022, and the leadership of the CSC to win the ITU WSIS Award in 2023 underscore his exceptional contributions to the field. His publications and academic roles further highlight his commitment to advancing cybersecurity knowledge and practices globally.
• Dr. Mohamed Al Kuwaiti's impactful leadership in cybersecurity, exemplified by initiatives like the CSC Cyber Pulse and the strategic UAE Information-Sharing platform, Cyber Sniper programs, Cyber Next 50, The UAE Cyber Security Council’s Cyber Defense Day(Train-the-nation), Mobile Security Operations Center, Women In Cyber, National Youth Cyber Awareness Program, Cyber Weekly Awareness Program, DDoS protection initiative, AI “Hemaya” security solution Initiative, URL Check-up Program, and National Cyber Bug Bounty, has significantly elevated the UAE's global cybersecurity standing, showcasing his innovative approach and influential contributions to the field. His guidance in the UAE Cyber Security Council facilitated a partnership with the ITU to enhance international cybersecurity capacity building and initiated a OIC Call To Action to tackle pressing cybersecurity issues.
