ABDUL HAKEEM AL-MUSLAHI
Muscat
Summary
Executive leader with over 23 years in human capital development and organizational leadership, specializing in stakeholder engagement, market analysis, and performance monitoring. Proven ability to align people and processes with strategic goals through organizational diagnostics and culture transformation. Extensive experience in governance oversight and operational enablement for boards and executive teams. Recognized for strategic problem-solving, change management, and visionary planning.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Part-Time IT Legal Advisor
Ministry of Justice and Legal Affairs
01.2025 - Current
- Provide IT legal and governance advisory on technology, cybersecurity, and digital compliance cases.
- Prepare expert advisory inputs for the Court, Royal Oman Police, and Public Prosecution.
- Support alignment between legal requirements, IT governance, and national regulations.
- Drafted legal documents for various governmental proceedings and cases.
- Reviewed contracts and agreements to ensure legal validity and compliance.
Founder
Zilal Cybersecurity
01.2023 - Current
- Established governance, HR foundations, and performance frameworks for a cybersecurity services platform.
- Supervised workforce planning, pricing models, budgeting, and service sustainability.
- Led a team in implementing security protocols and best practices.
- Established partnerships with technology vendors for advanced security solutions.
- Oversaw all aspects of operations, including product development, marketing, sales, customer service and finance.
- Developed strategic partnerships to enhance service offerings and market reach.
- Oversaw financial management, including budgeting and resource allocation.
- Directed product development initiatives to meet evolving market demands.
Co-Founder & Managing Director
CyberForce LLC
01.2023 - Current
- Supervised organizational setup, training governance, and workforce development frameworks.
- Coordinated partnerships with government entities and international providers.
- Reviewed performance reporting and continuous improvement plans.
- Established strategic direction and vision for cybersecurity initiatives.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to identify emerging cybersecurity threats.
- Developed a clear mission, vision, and culture for the company as a foundation for growth, branding, and development of employee culture.
Co-Founder & Investment Consultant
White City Investment
01.2022 - Current
- Provided governance, organizational, and feasibility advisory across portfolio companies.
- Reviewed business cases, financial models, and investment readiness.
- Supported founders through structure design and capacity building.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to identify new market opportunities and trends.
- Managed financial analysis for potential investments and partnerships.
- Monitored industry developments to inform strategic decision-making initiatives.
Owner & Managing Partner
Taiseer Company
01.2018 - Current
- Provided executive consulting and supervisory oversight on organizational structures, workforce strategies, and governance models.
- Supervised the packaging and market readiness of 1,000+ products, working with SMEs and partners.
- Advised and supervised the establishment of OMADE as a platform for local and international product commercialization.
- Reviewed market studies, feasibility assessments, pricing approaches, and business progress reports.
- Oversaw administration, vendor coordination, compliance, and performance monitoring.
- Provided capacity-building advisory support to teams, partners, and SMEs.
- Implemented marketing strategies to enhance brand visibility in the market.
Chief Executive Officer
Datamount
01.2018 - 01.2022
- Held full executive responsibility for corporate strategy, HR, administration, governance, and operations.
- Prepared Board and AGM agendas, reports, and performance updates, ensuring compliance and transparency.
- Ensured post-board execution, tracking decisions, responsibilities, and delivery progress.
- Managed investor and shareholder relations, providing updates on performance, risks, market conditions, and strategy.
- Reviewed and approved feasibility studies, pricing, costing, and budgets for new services and expansion initiatives.
- Conducted organizational diagnostics and recommended structural and performance improvements.
- Oversaw culture transformation and leadership development initiatives.
- Developed strategic vision for company growth and innovation initiatives.
- Established company policies to ensure compliance and ethical standards.
- Directed financial planning and resource allocation for sustainable operations.
Head of IT & Digital Transformation
Ministry of Defense Pension Fund
01.2005 - 01.2019
- Oversaw IT governance, cybersecurity policies, budgeting, and vendor management.
- Supervised digital modernization programs supporting organizational efficiency and continuity.
- Oversaw implementation of enterprise software solutions for operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance technology integration.
- Ensured compliance with government regulations in technology practices and policies.
Education
MBA - Information Technology
Coventry University
UK04-2015
Bachelor of Arts - Management Information Systems
Sultan Qaboos University
Sultanate Of Oman01-2002
Skills
- Executive leadership
- Organizational culture
- Human capital strategy
- Workforce planning
- Talent development
- Corporate governance
- Board management
- Government relations
- Performance monitoring
- Cross-functional coordination
- Operational oversight
- Performance frameworks
- Reporting and analysis
- Feasibility studies
- Budget management
- Organizational design
- Change leadership
- Culture transformation
- Risk management
- Business continuity planning
- Digital transformation
- IT governance
- Market analysis and research
- Effective communication skills
- Strategic planning and execution
- Product development strategies
- Financial management practices
- Business strategy formulation
- Stakeholder collaboration
Board And Advisory Roles
- Advisory Member, SME Development Authority
- Board Member, The Endowment Fund of Mushaf Muscat
- Board Member, Al Suwadi Power
- Board Member, NAPCO SAOC
- Board Member, Majan Development Company
Languages
- English
- Arabic, Full Professional Proficiency
Timeline
Part-Time IT Legal Advisor
Ministry of Justice and Legal Affairs
01.2025 - Current
Founder
Zilal Cybersecurity
01.2023 - Current
Co-Founder & Managing Director
CyberForce LLC
01.2023 - Current
Co-Founder & Investment Consultant
White City Investment
01.2022 - Current
Owner & Managing Partner
Taiseer Company
01.2018 - Current
Chief Executive Officer
Datamount
01.2018 - 01.2022
Head of IT & Digital Transformation
Ministry of Defense Pension Fund
01.2005 - 01.2019
MBA - Information Technology
Coventry University
Bachelor of Arts - Management Information Systems
Sultan Qaboos University