Pharma Medica
Mahmoud Mussa has a diverse work experience in the field of cybersecurity and IT governance. Mahmoud is currently working as the Director of Cybersecurity, IT Governance, and Controls at Pharma Medica Research Inc. Prior to this, they served as a Senior Information Security Specialist at Canadian Tire Corporation.
Between 2017 and 2021, Mahmoud worked at Indigo as a Senior Cybersecurity Analyst, where they conducted security business application and infrastructure compliance reviews, risk analysis, and managed security operations. Mahmoud also led the PCI-DSS 3.2 project for Indigo Books & Music.
Before joining Indigo, they held the role of Governance, Risk, and Controls (GRC) Specialist at CIBC, where they ensured compliance with international standards such as Sarbanes-Oxley Act and PCI-DSS within the Information Technology Group. Mahmoud also streamlined deviations within the Technology & Operation Group and conducted IT risk assessments for new projects.
Prior to CIBC, they worked as a GRC Specialist at Al Rajhi Bank, where they reviewed business requirements, handled compliance and regulatory requirements, and ensured compliance with international standards such as ISO-27000 and PCI-DSS.
At Al Rajhi Bank, Mahmoud also served as an Information Security Consultant, responsible for streamlining policies, standards, and procedures. Mahmoud played a crucial role in conducting PCI-IT risk assessments and complying with international standards such as ISO-9001 and PCI-DSS.
Mahmoud began their career at Samba Financial Group, where they worked as an Information Security Officer, responsible for ensuring standardized methods and procedures for efficient change management. Mahmoud also performed internal security audits and assisted with external audits.
Overall, Mahmoud Mussa has a robust background in cybersecurity, risk management, and IT governance, with experience across multiple industries.
Mahmoud Mussa pursued a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology from 2004 to 2008 at Manipal University of Health, Medical & Technological Sciences. Their education focused on the field of Information Technology.
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Pharma Medica
Pharma Medica Research Inc is a full service contract research organization based in the greater Toronto area. We focus primarily on phase I, first-in-man, and bioequivalence trials in healthy volunteers, special populations, and patients. By remaining specialized in this area, we have developed true expertise in the field. Our track record speaks for itself we have completed over 1500 clinical trials, been successfully audited by the FDA and EMEA, and helped to bring over 250 drugs to markets. Through an uncompromising commitment to quality and service, a reputation for on-time performance, innovation at all levels, and delivery of services at reasonable costs, we have become trusted partners of many of the worlds leading pharmaceutical companies.