Thamer Alrowidhan

Thamer Alrowidhan

Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) | Saudi Government

Thamer Alrowidhan is a seasoned cybersecurity executive with extensive experience leading information security strategy across government and critical national sectors in Saudi Arabia. As a Chief Information Security Officer, he specializes in building and scaling cybersecurity programs aligned with national regulations, risk management frameworks, and large-scale digital transformation initiatives. With a strong background in governance, risk, and compliance (GRC), Thamer has led the development of resilient security architectures, incident response capabilities, and enterprise-wide security operations. His expertise spans cloud and hybrid security, data protection, third-party risk management, and aligning cybersecurity with organizational and national priorities. Thamer is recognized for his practical, execution-driven approach to cybersecurity—bridging strategy with real-world implementation. He has played a key role in strengthening cyber resilience within complex environments and advising leadership on managing evolving threat landscapes. He frequently contributes to industry discussions and forums, sharing insights on cyber resilience, regulatory compliance, and the future of cybersecurity in Saudi Arabia.

3:20 pm - 3:50 pm

Leadership Panel - Resilience, Governance and Business Continuity

Moderator:
Ali El Kontar, Founder & CEO, Zero&One
Panelists:
Ramesh Murugesan,Head of IT Governance & Advisory
Thamer Alrowidhan, Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), Saudi Government
Betania Allo, Head of TMT, AI Governance & Privacy, Legal Tracks