Mr Abdelghani Alhijawi

Dewan Architects + Engineers

Head Enterprise Technology Department
With over a decade of leadership experience, I specialize in driving complex digital transformation initiatives, securing critical infrastructure, and overseeing the full software development lifecycle (SDLC). My work empowers organizations to enhance enterprise resilience, navigate evolving cybersecurity challenges, and achieve scalable, sustainable growth in dynamic global markets. I have a proven track record of aligning technology strategy with business imperatives, fostering innovation, and leading high-performing teams through change delivering measurable impact across industries and regions, from the USA to the Middle East and Asia.​ ​ My technical expertise spans cloud-native and hybrid architectures, Kubernetes, DevOps/DevSecOps, and enterprise cybersecurity strategy. I’ve led the design and deployment of world-class, mission-critical platforms, including: ∙A blockchain-enabled National Payment System integrated with the Central Bank and local banks ∙A Smart-ID national digital identity solution serving millions of citizens ∙AI-powered eKYC/eKYB biometric platforms enabling secure, large-scale digital onboarding ​ These platforms were architected for maximum scalability, security, and regulatory compliance enhancing trust across financial ecosystems, FinTech, and government sectors, while accelerating national digital adoption.​ ​ My leadership consistently delivers measurable outcomes: ∙20–35% reductions in IT operating costs ∙25% gains in enterprise productivity ∙Up to 94% improvements in workflow efficiency through automation and modernization ​ As a trusted advisor to boards and executive leadership, I bridge strategic vision with technical execution helping organizations in FinTech, Banking, Oil & Gas, AEC, and Hospitality advance cyber maturity, mitigate systemic risk, and innovate at scale.​ ​ Passionate about building secure, AI-driven, future-ready ecosystems, I lead with a focus on agility, resilience, and long-term digital value ensuring technology becomes a true competitive advantage for enterprises and nations alike.
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