Nada Halabi

Dedicated and professionally committed to excellence, with keen interest in emerging technology trends. With over 24 years of experience in enhancing organizational governance, risk management, and IT security, I am consistently adding value to the organization I am serving. My passion for innovation led me to delve into the world of blockchain technology, building on my extensive background in network, security and cryptography.

• Blockchain Systems and Architectures, Digital Currencies, Open and Decentralized Financial Systems
• Blockchain and Entrepreneurship Management, Principles of Money, Banking and Finance
• Law and Regulation in Blockchain
• On-Site Banking Supervision by Deutsche Bundesbank Eurosystem
• Operational Risk Management in a Central Bank by Institut Bancaire et Financier International
• IT Strategy by Institut Bancaire et Financier International
• Certfied Internal Auditing Part I, II & III by Morgan International
• ACL Analytics Beginner/Collaboration & Scripting by Bilectual
• Project Management Professional by Lebanese American University
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) by (ISC)2

• Deputy Director, Central Bank of Lebanon/ IT Department, 12/2022, currently, BEIRUT, LEBANON, Successfully managed all IT project procurement and maintenance contracts as Deputy Director, Oversaw the entire procurement process, ensuring maximum efficiency and cost-effectiveness, Fostered positive relationships with vendors to ensure timely and high-quality delivery of services, Developed and implemented effective maintenance strategies to ensure optimal system performance and minimize downtime, Consistently monitored project progress and ensured timely delivery of milestones within budget constraint, Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify and address issues that could impact project timelines and quality, Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and best practices to inform decision-making and drive innovation
• Central Bank of Lebanon/ Inpection and Audit Department, Central Bank of Lebanon/ Inpection and Audit Department, 02/2019, 11/2022, BEIRUT, LEBANON, Conducted thorough examinations to evaluate the impact of organizational culture on the overall control environment, Analyzed individual engagement risks and implemented effective controls to mitigate them, Defined and implemented appropriate Risk Management Frameworks unique to the organization, Evaluated and ensured the effectiveness of Risk Management within various processes and functions, Interpreted and implemented various Internal control concepts and types of controls used in the organization, Applied globally accepted internal control frameworks, such as COSO, specifically tailored to the organization's needs.
• Project Manager, Central Bank of Lebanon/ IT Department, 05/2006, 01/2019, BEIRUT, LEBANON, Led the successful implementation of SEBIL Secure Electronic Banking and Information for Lebanon, providing secure electronic banking and e-services for the financial sector., Delivered key components of the project, including the UPCs Unpaid Cheques System, eSTR Electronic Statistical Reports, eCDR Electronic Centrales Des Risques, eOBBS Online Banks Balances and Statements, and eCDW Treasury- Cash Deposit and Withdrawal., Spearheaded the development of SITI, the secure infrastructure of the SEBIL project, providing internal and external security through the implementation of VPNs, ASAs, PKI, communication security, and encryption., Oversaw the upgrade of BDL LAN and WAN to integrate with the SITI project, delivering high throughput, availability, and security, including the implementation of the latest security techniques, Quality of Service, Redundancy, and management., Increased the security of the Local Area Network and core components.uccessfully managed the implementation project for Unified Communications, utilizing Internet Protocol's packet-switched connections to facilitate the exchange of voice, fax, and other forms of information., Designed and finalized BDL Disaster Recovery Site, ensuring business continuity in the event of a crisis., Implemented and installed Swift communication systems, making Reuters application available for use by senior management, including the Governor, Vice Governors, and Financial Directors., Facilitated the implementation and installation of BDL communication with the Ministry of Finance, establishing seamless communication channels., Deployed a new BDL resilient Internetwork, presenting a secure, robust, uniform, and centrally managed communication system., Strengthened network security by applying proper authentication methods, encryption Protocols and mitigating potential security risks.
• Product Line Manager, Siemens AG, 04/2005, 04/2006, BEIRUT, LEBANON, Orchestrated pre-sales activities and spearheaded strategic projects., Provided valuable product knowledge to partners and resellers to enhance network connections., Conceptualized innovative solutions based on customer RFPs., Supervised and assisted in the successful installation and commissioning phases.
• Network Engineer, Bank of Beirut and the Arab Countries, 09/2000, 03/2005, BEIRUT, LEBANON, Successfully created a scalable, routed network utilizing link-state protocols and redistribution technologies, Implemented a comprehensive disaster recovery site to ensure business continuity, Developed and enforced communication security policies, including configuring access lists to prevent unauthorized traffic, Proactively identified and addressed potential network security threats, failovers, and troubleshooting issues related to devices, protocols, and technologies, Led the implementation of communication projects such as Oasis switch ATMs and PoS, utilizing Network Management Software for optimal performance, Maintained network availability through redundancy measures such as redundant links, virtual default routers, and VSAT, Enabled multilayer switching to facilitate wire-speed data transmission, Ensured routing reliability through the implementation of the Cisco Hot Standby Routing Protocol, Conducted lab simulations to troubleshoot and resolve networking problems, including hardware, software, and configuration bugs, to restore full network operations
• Volonteer, Social/Exchange Programs, 09/2008, 11/2008, London, UK, Participated in an international exchange program between Lebanon and the United Kingdom to represent women in the IT field, gaining valuable insights into professional counterparts in the UK., Facilitated the establishment of new regional networks and relationships between women in both countries, united by a shared passion for professional development,, Fostered ongoing dialogue and collaboration among participants, identifying opportunities for personal and professional growth in the field,, Highlighted the potential to work with additional partners to address international goals and priorities for the region, Leveraged media contacts and platforms to challenge traditional gender stereotypes and promote more diverse career options for women, Proactively promoted regional networking and information sharing, identifying opportunities for mutual learning and collaboration, Raised awareness among young women about alternative career paths and encouraged them to consider new options for their future.