Waleed Hagag Information Security Expert | Cybersecurity Consultant | Digital Transformation Advisor Waleed Hagag is an Information Security Expert and a member of the Supreme Advisory Board for Technology and Cybersecurity at the Leaders Foundation for Administrative Sciences and Development. He is also a former member of the Digital Culture and Information Infrastructure Committee at the Egyptian Supreme Council of Culture, an Accredited Expert at the Information and Decision Support Center (IDSC), Egyptian Cabinet, Technical Advisor to the President of the General Authority for Universal Health Insurance, and Vice Chairman of the Digital Transformation and Cybersecurity Committee. With more than 25 years of professional experience, Waleed specializes in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Data Protection, Digital Forensics, Technical Infrastructure, and Digital Transformation. Throughout his career, he has held numerous executive, advisory, and training positions within governmental institutions, academia, and the media sector. He has played a significant role in designing and implementing national cybersecurity awareness initiatives, professional training programs, and digital transformation strategies. He has delivered specialized workshops, executive training programs, and cybersecurity awareness initiatives for numerous high-level governmental, judicial, security, and academic institutions, including the Egyptian Ministry of Interior, the Ministry of State for Information, the National Defense College (Military Academy for Graduate and Strategic Studies), the Faculty of Mass Communication at Cairo University, the British Trainnovation Academy, peacekeeping personnel, and the Security Institute for Human Development. His training portfolio also includes government employees, university students, cybersecurity professionals, and non-technical audiences. Waleed is a Certified Professional Trainer (TOT) specializing in Cybersecurity Awareness, Information Security, Privacy Protection, Information and Communication Technology (ICT), Digital Forensics, Artificial Intelligence Security, and Internet of Things (IoT) Security. He also holds professional certifications from Microsoft, Cisco, and other internationally recognized organizations in Cybersecurity, Ethical Hacking, and IoT Security. As a recognized public figure in cybersecurity, Waleed is a regular guest on leading Egyptian, Arab, and international television and radio channels. He is also a columnist for several local and international publications and has contributed extensively to promoting cybersecurity awareness through newspapers, magazines, and digital media platforms. His contributions have made a measurable impact across dozens of organizations by providing strategic consulting services and delivering national awareness campaigns. He has devoted hundreds of volunteer hours to supporting governmental initiatives and actively participates in cybersecurity professional communities. Current Positions • Information Security Expert – Information and Decision Support Center (IDSC), Egyptian Cabinet. • Vice Chairman – Digital Transformation and Cybersecurity Committee, Leaders Foundation for Administrative Sciences and Development. • Technical Advisor to the President of the General Authority for Universal Health Insurance. • Lecturer and Trainer for several prestigious governmental institutions in Egypt. • Lecturer at the National Defense College, Military Academy for Graduate and Strategic Studies. • General Manager of Information Technology (Networks & Cybersecurity). Professional Memberships • Member, Supreme Advisory Board for Technology and Cybersecurity – Leaders Foundation for Administrative Sciences and Development. • Former Member, Digital Culture and Information Infrastructure Committee – Egyptian Supreme Council of Culture. • Media Advisor for Information Security – Arab Council for Press and Media. Professional Achievements • Trained more than 7,500 professionals and non-professionals across Egypt and several Arab countries through specialized cybersecurity and digital transformation programs. • Designed and led national cybersecurity awareness and cyber capacity-building initiatives benefiting thousands of participants. • Delivered specialized training programs for the Public Prosecution, Administrative Prosecution, judges, lawyers, governmental institutions, and security agencies. • Participated in more than 1,362 documented television and radio appearances across Arab media. Professional Experience • Over 25 years of experience in Information Technology and Cybersecurity. • More than 18 years of experience in cybersecurity awareness and professional training. • Extensive experience designing and delivering customized training programs for governmental, private, judicial, and security sectors. National and International Contributions • Official Speaker at the Egyptian National Dialogue (2023). • Representative of Egypt at the East Mediterranean International Conference (2020). • Participant in parliamentary dialogue sessions regarding Egypt's Cybercrime Law. • Keynote Speaker at the 7th Arab Conference on Legal Practice, presenting research on Digital Forensics and Evidence Collection. • Speaker and researcher at international conferences across the Eastern Mediterranean region. • Presenter and research contributor at the 5th Arab Internet Governance Forum, organized by the League of Arab States under the patronage of the United Nations and the National Telecom Regulatory Authority (NTRA). • Trained and graduated five cohorts of the Cyber Awareness Ambassadors Program, sponsored by Egypt's Ministry of Social Solidarity. Areas of Expertise • Cybersecurity • Cybersecurity Awareness • Information Security • Data Protection & Privacy • Digital Forensics • Digital Investigations • Cyber Risk Management • Digital Transformation • Artificial Intelligence Security • Internet of Things (IoT) Security • Social Engineering Awareness • Incident Response Media Presence Known publicly as "Hackers Hunter," Waleed Hagag is widely recognized for his efforts in cybersecurity awareness and combating cybercrime. His media contributions include: • Host of "Fi El-Sameem" (At the Core), a cybersecurity awareness program in collaboration with Al-Ahram. • Former columnist for Lughat Al-Asr Magazine (Al-Ahram). • Contributor to the Technology Magazine published by the Information and Decision Support Center (IDSC), Egyptian Cabinet. • Cybersecurity expert and researcher featured by numerous Arab and international news agencies. • Regular contributor to newspapers and digital media platforms promoting cybersecurity awareness. Major Training Programs • Cybersecurity & Digital Asset Protection • Advanced Cybersecurity Awareness • Executive Cybersecurity Leadership • Data Protection & Privacy • Digital Forensics • Fraud Prevention & Social Engineering • Artificial Intelligence Security • Internet of Things (IoT) Security • Cyber Risk Management • Cyber Incident Response Honors & Recognition • Awarded the title of Goodwill Ambassador in recognition of his community efforts in promoting technology awareness and cybersecurity. • Honored by numerous prestigious governmental and academic institutions, including the Egyptian Cabinet and the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT). • Participated in national and international awareness campaigns promoting digital safety and responsible technology use. • Among the first lecturers to teach the Information Security and Digital Media postgraduate program at Cairo University. • Recipient of more than 80 certificates of appreciation and honorary shields from governmental, academic, and professional organizations for his outstanding contributions to cybersecurity and digital transformation.