Michael Maher

Michael Maher is a seasoned IT Risk and Compliance leader currently serving as the Head of IT Risk and Compliance at the Central Bank of Egypt. With extensive experience in the banking and regulatory sectors, they have held positions including Chief Information Security Officer and Senior IT Auditor, where they established robust risk management and compliance frameworks. Michael has a proven track record in regulatory compliance, IT governance, and cybersecurity, and has developed national-level risk frameworks while engaging effectively with executive stakeholders. They are highly skilled in aligning IT risk strategies with organizational objectives and international standards. Michael's educational credentials include multiple certifications in IT risk management and information security.