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Abdullah Al Barwani

Abdullah Al Barwani

CISO, Omantel

Visionary ICT & Corporate Security leader with 23+ years of progressive experience in cybersecurity, governance, regulatory compliance, and national security strategy. Pioneered and led the first-ever national security program and expert team at ITA, overseeing critical managed services across 400+ government departments. Established and spearheaded Omantel’s Corporate Security Division, achieving ISO 27001, PCI DSS certifications, and GSMA security benchmark compliance, while embedding a culture of proactive security governance.

A trusted advisor to regulators, government agencies, and corporate leadership, with a strong national network and regulatory influence that drives policy development, risk management, and enterprise-wide security strategies. Currently leading Omantel’s cybersecurity and compliance efforts, ensuring resilience against evolving threats. An active member of the GSMA and Gartner CISO Advisory Panel, shaping global security standards and regulatory strategies at both regional and international levels.