Fathi Alteraif

Fathi Alteraif has an extensive background in information security and IT management. FATHI began their career as a Customer Service Engineer at NCR, where they provided technical sales and support for Cisco and Microsoft infrastructure solutions. After that, Fathi worked as an IT and Project Manager at Euronet Worldwide, overseeing major IT projects in the banking industry, with a focus on ATM driving, POS networks, and ATM switches. FATHI also ensured IT compliance with security standards and addressed cyber security challenges.

Fathi then held roles at Arab Financial Services & Euronet Middle East, STARLiNK Middle East, and Gulf International Bank, where they gained experience in senior IT management positions. FATHI served as a Senior Manager - IT, Country Manager, and Assistant Vice President, focusing on ATM switch, card systems, and IT operations.

In 2013, Fathi joined acruxnet as a General Manager - IT & Security Consultant, providing expertise in IT and security consulting. FATHI then joined Honeywell Process Solutions as a Cyber Security professional, concentrating on strengthening cyber security measures.

From 2016 to 2020, Fathi served as the Head of Information Security at Oman Arab Bank, before moving on to become the Deputy Head of Information Security at Ahli United Bank in 2020. Currently, they hold the role of Chief Information Security Officer at Bank of Bahrain & Kuwait, where they are responsible for overseeing the organization's information security strategy and ensuring data protection.

Overall, Fathi Alteraif has gained extensive experience and expertise in information security, IT management, and project management throughout their career.

Fathi Alteraif's education history includes a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in Business Information Systems from the University of Bahrain, which they obtained from 2002 to 2008. FATHI also holds a Diploma in Engineering of Electronic Communications from the same university, which they completed from 1994 to 1998.

In terms of certifications, Fathi has obtained the following:

1. Certified Chief Information Security Officer (CCISO) from EC-Council

2. Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) from ISACA

3. Certification in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC) from ISACA

4. Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) from ISC2

5. Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) from Cisco

6. Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) from Cisco

7. Certified Information Privacy Manager (CIPM) from the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP)

Furthermore, Fathi has also received training and certification in various fields, including Information Security Management, IS Risk Management, NCR ATM Software and Hardware, Advanced Firewalls Configuration, Project Management (PMP), and Information Privacy.

It should be noted that the obtained month/year for Fathi's additional certifications is not provided.