Cohort 8 | 15-19 November 2026 | Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

CISO500 Saudi Arabia

About CISO500 Saudi Arabia

CISO500 Saudi Arabia is a five-year programme focused on developing 500 senior cybersecurity professionals and strengthening cybersecurity leadership across the Kingdom. Delivered in collaboration with sirar by stc, the programme combines strategic, technical and leadership development to help current and aspiring Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) navigate evolving cyber risks and contribute to Saudi Arabia’s digital ambitions.

What you’ll explore?

The programme is structured around five areas critical to today’s cybersecurity leaders:

Explore the CISO programme to learn more about the programme experience, modules and wider CISO community.

Who can apply?

CISO500 Saudi Arabia is open to Saudi citizens who meet the programme’s professional eligibility criteria.

Applicants should be:

Current CISOs or senior cybersecurity professionals with at least eight years of relevant experience
Professionals in leadership roles managing cybersecurity programmes or reporting directly to a CISO
Saudi citizens committed to advancing cybersecurity leadership and contributing to the Kingdom’s digital future

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Samer Omar

Cybersecurity & Digital Trust Leader, PwC Middle East

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