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LYDIA KURIALK
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LYDIA KURIA

@lydiakuria

I lead multi-workstream project management and operations, delivering cybersecurity maturity and governance.

United Arab Emirates
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What I'm looking for

I’m looking to partner with executives to lead multi-workstream operations and governance programs—driving cybersecurity maturity, risk management, and measurable improvement through stakeholder engagement, KPIs/OKRs, and strong delivery execution.

I’m an operations and executive partnership leader with 7+ years driving multi-workstream program delivery, governance, and cybersecurity initiatives across global, cross-functional teams. I’m currently Head of Project Management & Operations, leading operational improvement and cybersecurity maturity initiatives for government and enterprise clients.

I partner with executive leadership to structure and deliver programs across complex, multi-stakeholder environments—aligning technical, operational, and leadership functions around shared milestones and accountability. I’ve led risk management framework development, enterprise change management for adoption of new processes and technologies, and a performance measurement approach using KPIs and OKRs to strengthen transparency and drive accountability.

Previously, I supported C-suite teams as an Executive Assistant and served as Chief of Staff in a private family office—translating leadership priorities into structured plans, budgets, and measurable outcomes. Across roles, I bring an evidence-driven, stakeholder-first style: facilitating workshops, coordinating delivery, and strengthening processes to improve efficiency, engagement, and execution quality.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Current

Head of Project Management & Operations

DarkLake Co.

Jul 2025 - Present (1 year 1 month)

Leads operational improvement and cybersecurity maturity initiatives for government and enterprise clients. Coordinates multi-workstream governance programs, manages risk and change management efforts, and establishes KPI/OKR-based performance measurement frameworks.

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Executive Assistant to CEO & GC

7Ci Technologies Limited

Sep 2021 - Oct 2024 (3 years 1 month)

Supports executive leadership while coordinating cybersecurity consulting engagements for enterprise and government clients in regulated, multi-stakeholder environments. Manages financial operations, onboarding/offboarding processes, HR policy support, and executive travel and event logistics, including a regional cybersecurity roadshow.

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Chief of Staff

Private Family Office

Sep 2020 - Sep 2021 (1 year)

Drives delivery of strategic initiatives with a 98% execution rate while overseeing daily operations, budgets, and financial reporting. Improves operational efficiency by streamlining workflows and strengthens cross-functional coordination, including supervising household/family office staff and property maintenance.

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Administrative Coordinator

Arenco Real Estate

Jan 2014 - Nov 2018 (4 years 10 months)

Optimizes calendar and meeting management for senior staff, improving scheduling accuracy while handling sensitive financial and HR data. Organizes company-wide events and training sessions for 100+ employees to improve cohesion and productivity.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Arden University logoAU

Arden University

Bachelor of Arts (Honours), Business Management and Computing

Earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) Hons in Business Management and Computing at Arden University.

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Air Travel & Related Studies Centre

Diploma in Hospitality Administration/Management, Hospitality Administration/Management

Completed a Diploma in Hospitality Administration/Management at Air Travel & Related Studies Centre.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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