Head – Enterprise Technology Department | Dewan Architects & Engineers | UAE
Abdelghani Alhijawi is an award-winning technology and cybersecurity leader and a recognized speaker at regional and international conferences. With over a decade of experience, he has led major digital transformation programs across the USA, Middle East, and Asia, specializing in securing critical infrastructure, architecting cloud-native and hybrid platforms, and overseeing full SDLC delivery.
He holds an MSc in Information Systems Management from the University of Liverpool.
Abdelghani has designed and delivered mission-critical national platforms, including a blockchain-enabled National Payment System integrated with the Central Bank, a Smart-ID digital identity solution serving millions, and AI-powered eKYC/eKYB biometric systems. His platforms accelerate national digital adoption while meeting the highest standards of cybersecurity, scalability, and regulatory compliance.
His leadership has delivered measurable impact, 20–35% reductions in IT operating costs, 25% increases in enterprise productivity, and up to 94% workflow efficiency improvements through modernization and automation.
A trusted advisor to boards and C-level executives, Abdelghani helps organizations in FinTech, Banking, Oil & Gas, AEC, and Hospitality enhance cyber maturity, mitigate systemic risk, and innovate confidently at scale. Passionate about secure, AI-driven, future-ready ecosystems, he positions technology as a true competitive advantage for enterprises and nations alike.
