Mohammed Al Tenbakji · Executive CV
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Chief Technology Officer · Founder & CEO

Mohammed Sidki
Al Tenbakji

Chief Technology Officer (CTO) | Founder & CEO | Cloud, Cybersecurity & Product Engineering Executive. 15+ years leading cloud operations, product engineering, cybersecurity and enterprise technology strategy across the GCC and EMEA — scaling Secure Domains to $1M+ ARR and launching DNS Armor, MEA's first sovereign AI-powered cloud DNS security platform across 52 global multi-cloud regions.

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia / Dubai, UAE +971 55 517 1483 · +966 58 052 9999 mohammed.w.s.1988@gmail.com linkedin.com/in/mohammed-al-tenbakji www.securedomains.org
Mohammed Al Tenbakji

Professional Summary

Technology Executive, Founder & CEO with 15+ years of experience leading cloud operations, product engineering, cybersecurity, and enterprise technology strategy across the GCC and EMEA. Proven track record of building and scaling high-growth technology businesses, including growing Secure Domains from inception to $1M+ ARR and launching MEA's first sovereign AI-powered cloud DNS security platform operating across 52 global multi-cloud regions. Expertise spans executive leadership, P&L management, cloud infrastructure, SaaS platforms, cybersecurity, product strategy, engineering, and commercial growth, with $15M+ in enterprise contract value (ACV) delivered and consistent top-ranked performance across EMEA. Trusted advisor to governments, financial institutions, telecom operators, and enterprise organizations, recognized for building high-performing teams, driving innovation, optimizing cloud economics, and delivering secure, scalable technology platforms aligned with business growth.

Career Highlights

Skills

Executive Leadership
SaaS Platform Development
Technology Strategy
Platform Architecture
Digital Transformation
AI-Driven Product Innovation
P&L Management
Agile & DevOps
Business Strategy
Cybersecurity Strategy
Organizational Scaling
Zero Trust Architecture
Cloud Strategy (AWS, Azure, GCP)
Security Governance & Compliance
Multi-Cloud Architecture
Enterprise Architecture
Cloud Operations
Disaster Recovery & Business Continuity
Site Reliability Engineering (SRE)
Go-to-Market Strategy
FinOps & Cloud Cost Optimization
Strategic Partnerships
Product Strategy & Roadmap
Budget & Vendor Management
Product Engineering
Team Leadership & Talent Development

Professional Experience

Founder & CEO

Secure DomainsOct 2023 – Present · Riyadh, Saudi Arabia / Dubai, UAE

Founded and scaled Secure Domains into a high-growth cloud cybersecurity company, providing executive leadership across strategy, P&L, product engineering, cloud operations, and commercial growth.

  • Scaled Secure Domains from startup to $1M+ ARR, leading corporate strategy, P&L, product development, pricing, and go-to-market execution.
  • Built and optimized a 24/7 multi-cloud SaaS platform across 52 global regions, improving scalability, reliability, and cloud cost efficiency through FinOps.
  • Launched DNS Armor, MEA's first sovereign AI-powered cloud DNS security platform, enabling secure digital infrastructure for government, banking, and telecom clients.
  • Achieved 2nd place among 157 global startups in the CTIB AWS Accelerator, accelerating enterprise partnerships and market expansion across the GCC.

Security Consultant (consulting engagement)

ZscalerMay 2024 – May 2025 · Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Provided strategic cloud security consulting to government and enterprise organizations, enabling Zero Trust adoption and strengthening cybersecurity governance across complex, large-scale environments.

  • Led Zero Trust cloud security initiatives for national enterprise accounts, strengthening security posture through strategic assessments, policy architecture, and governance.
  • Advised C-level stakeholders on cloud security transformation, accelerating enterprise adoption of Zero Trust frameworks and aligning security strategies with business objectives.

Senior Solutions Architect, Service Providers META

InfobloxAug 2022 – Oct 2023 · Dubai, UAE

Led pre-sales architecture and technical strategy for leading telecommunications service providers across the Middle East, driving enterprise growth and delivering high-value cloud and network security solutions.

  • Delivered $3.5M ACV in FY2023, achieving 107% of quota and earning the Top Telco Solutions Architect Expansion Award (EMEA) with $820K in self-generated opportunities.
  • Secured strategic enterprise engagements with Mobily ($900K), Etisalat UAE ($660K), Salam ($380K), and STC ($220K), accelerating revenue growth across the regional telecom sector.

Lead Solutions Architect, Enterprise KSA

InfobloxMar 2017 – Nov 2022 · Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Led enterprise solutions architecture for Saudi Arabia's largest government and commercial organizations, delivering cloud, networking, and cybersecurity solutions that accelerated revenue growth and customer success.

  • Exceeded annual quotas for six consecutive years, generating $11.8M+ ACV and achieving up to 160% attainment, consistently driving enterprise revenue growth.
  • Ranked #1 in EMEA for SaaS (147%) and Security (139%) in FY2022 while expanding the solutions architecture team from 3 to 10 professionals.
  • Secured strategic enterprise engagements with NEOM, Saudi Ministry of Defense, SABIC, Ministry of Education, and Al Rajhi Bank, generating over $3.1M in contract value.

Regional Consultant, Professional Services

InfobloxJun 2016 – Feb 2017 · Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Delivered end-to-end technical consulting for enterprise and government clients, driving successful solution deployments and establishing Infoblox's enterprise professional services presence in Saudi Arabia.

  • Delivered pre-sales consulting, proof of concepts, solution design, and implementation, accelerating customer adoption across government and enterprise organizations.
  • Helped establish Infoblox's KSA enterprise practice by delivering successful cloud and network infrastructure projects, strengthening customer relationships and regional business growth.

Earlier Career

A10 Networks, MDSA & Mobily2011 – 2016 · Saudi Arabia

Built a strong technical foundation in network engineering, application delivery, and cybersecurity, delivering enterprise infrastructure solutions for leading telecommunications, government, banking, and education organizations.

  • Delivered pre-sales consulting and professional services for Tier-1 telecom, government, and financial institutions at A10 Networks, supporting large-scale application delivery and network security programs.
  • Engineered enterprise network infrastructure projects at MDSA, successfully delivering mission-critical solutions for Gulf International Bank and King Faisal University.
  • Managed nationwide application delivery and internet gateway security services at Mobily, enhancing network availability, performance, and service reliability for one of Saudi Arabia's largest telecom operators.

Education & Certifications

Certifications

  • CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional) — (ISC)² | ID: 497559
  • CCIE Security (Written) — Cisco
  • CCNP Routing & Switching (CCNP R&S) — Cisco
  • CCDP (Cisco Certified Design Professional) — Cisco
  • CCSP (Cisco Certified Security Professional) — Cisco
  • Infoblox Core DDI Certifications: CDAT, CDIC, CDBC
  • F5 BIG-IP Administrator
  • A10 Application Delivery Engineer

Education

Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Computer Engineering

King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals (KFUPM)
Dhahran, Saudi Arabia · 2007 – 2011

Major GPA: 3.67/4.00 · Final Year GPA: 3.91/4.00

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