Ahmed Alaali
@ahmedalaali
Cybersecurity GRC expert protecting enterprises from emerging threats.
What I'm looking for
I am a cybersecurity governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) professional with hands-on experience delivering enterprise-level security solutions and managing risk across all lines of defense. I combine technical skills in digital forensics, penetration testing, incident response, and threat intelligence with strategic business planning to align security with organizational goals.
My recent roles include Cybersecurity Lead at The Orbital Locker Ltd and a Cybersecurity Internship at Heathrow, complemented by multiple virtual internships and apprenticeship experiences with organizations such as PwC Switzerland, Fujitsu, ANZ, TryHackMe, and TechnoHacks EduTech. I hold an MSc in Cyber Security from Royal Holloway and a BSc (Hons) in Business with Finance from Bayes Business School.
I maintain professional credentials including the Google Cybersecurity Certificate, (ISC)² Certified in Cybersecurity, MITRE ATT&CK® Certification, AWS Cloud Practitioner Essentials, and ISO/IEC 27001:2022 Lead Auditor certification. I focus on practical, defense-in-depth approaches that reduce risk, improve compliance, and strengthen incident readiness.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Cybersecurity Lead
The Orbital Locker Ltd
Mar 2025 - Present (7 months)
Lead enterprise security initiatives, implementing GRC frameworks and risk management controls to protect systems and reduce exposure to emerging threats. Coordinate incident response, threat intelligence, and cross-functional security programs to improve organizational resilience.
Cybersecurity Intern
Heathrow
Mar 2025 - May 2025 (2 months)
Supported cybersecurity operations and remote projects, contributing to threat monitoring, vulnerability assessments, and security process improvements during a focused internship. Gained practical experience in incident handling and security tooling.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Royal Holloway, University of London
Master of Science, Cyber Security
2024 -
Pursuing an MSc in Cyber Security with coursework and practical training in cybersecurity, risk management, and digital forensics.
Bayes Business School
Bachelor of Science (Hons), Business with Finance
2021 - 2024
Completed a BSc (Hons) in Business with Finance, covering finance, business strategy, and quantitative analysis.
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