MUHAMMAD OMAIR SIDDIQUI
Senior Sales Engineer
Dubai
Summary
Senior Cybersecurity Sales Engineer | SASE/SSE | Data Security & Privacy Specialist
Harvard Certified in Data Privacy |
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) – Designing and Building AI Products and Services (In Progress)
With 18+ years of experience in cybersecurity, presales, and technology consulting, I help enterprises, financial institutions, government bodies, and defense forces strengthen their security posture and achieve business resilience. Specializing in SASE/SSE, data security, and privacy, I operate across the META region (Qatar, UAE, Oman, Bahrain, Kuwait, Levant, and Pakistan), aligning business goals with robust security architectures.
As a Senior Sales Engineer at Forcepoint, I partner with CISOs, government stakeholders, and technology leaders to architect and deliver data protection frameworks that address national security, regulatory compliance, financial cybersecurity, and mission-critical demands. I work at the intersection of strategy, technology, and business growth to deliver impactful, future-ready security solutions.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Sr. Sales Engineer
Forcepoint Holding
Dubai
08.2018 - Current
- As a senior regional sales engineer , I drive solution design and client engagement for DLP, SASE, DSPM, SD-WAN, and data security platforms across strategic sectors including government, finance, and critical infrastructure. Recognized for delivering results across diverse markets and maintaining trusted relationships with CISOs, compliance heads, and partners.
4× President’s Club Winner (2021–2024) for consistent quota overachievement and strategic wins
Lead end-to-end presales lifecycle: discovery, PoCs, demos, solution architecture, RFPs, and technical validation
Manage key accounts across META with a focus on high-impact public sector and enterprise clients
Collaborate with cross-functional teams and regional partners to accelerate solution adoption and client success
Regular speaker and technical contributor at regional cybersecurity events and partner enablement sessions
Actively support partner ecosystem through biweekly trainings, performance tracking, and co-selling initiatives
Helped drive revenue growth by aligning security frameworks with regulatory, compliance, and business goals
Presales Consultant
Qatar Datamation Systems
Doha
12.2010 - 08.2018
- Led the development and delivery of a full-fledged cybersecurity services portfolio, managing strategic engagements across finance, oil & gas, government, and media sectors. Oversaw complex security assessments, penetration testing, and transformation initiatives, while building key vendor partnerships and launching Qatar’s first multi-tenant MSSP platform.
Developed and executed 10+ enterprise-scale security assessments and penetration testing projects across critical industries
Spearheaded a $11M cybersecurity transformation for a leading media group—built the security framework from the ground up and integrated 15+ vendor solutions
Delivered high-impact cybersecurity projects for clients including QAPCO, QOC, Gulf Drilling, QCB, Vodafone, BEIN Sports, and Aspire Zone
Managed vendor lifecycle for 15+ global cybersecurity partners—led selection, onboarding, and long-term strategic alignment
Launched Qatar’s first multi-tenant MSSP platform, offering scalable tiered services for SMBs
Led advanced technical projects across domains including Cisco ACI, WAF, SIEM/log management, DLP, NGIPS, fraud monitoring, patching, and incident response
Delivered specialized social engineering simulations, VA/PT, and security awareness training for critical infrastructure clients
Consulting Sales Engineer
Innovative Integration
Karachi
09.2007 - 12.2010
- Joined a fast-growing technology startup and gained hands-on experience across the full systems integration lifecycle, from presales to implementation. Played a cross-functional role supporting solution design, technical consulting, sales strategy, and delivery across key technology domains.
Delivered end-to-end technical support for networking, security, application delivery, and IP telephony projects
Contributed to portfolio strategy, marketing initiatives, and sales operations, enhancing solution alignment with market needs
Acted as lead technical consultant in client negotiations, securing long-term SLA agreements with high-value customers
Supported presales activities including solution demos, cost modeling, and proof-of-concepts.
NOC/SOC Support Engineer
Arwen tech (Pvt.) Ltd
Karachi
04.2007 - 09.2007
- Joined one of Pakistan’s top system integrators, contributing to large-scale financial sector projects and 24/7 network/security operations.
Supported nationwide rollouts for HBL and MCB, covering 1,000+ branches and ATM sites
Served as resident engineer at 1LINK, managing NOC/SOC for Pakistan’s largest interbank financial network
Ensured secure, uninterrupted transactions across all member banks through real-time issue resolution
Improved client satisfaction by swiftly resolving support tickets and implementing technical fixes
Education
B.S. - Computer Science
University Of Karachi
01.2003 - 01.2007
Certificate - Data Privacy And Technology
Harvard Business School
Online 03.2025 - 05.2025
Certificate - Designing & Building AI Products & Services
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT XPRO)
Online 05.2025 - 07.2025
Skills
SASE/SSE
Data Protection
Data Privacy
Data Security Posture Managemen
NGFW/SDWAN
Accomplishments
- 4x Consecutive President’s Club Winner, 2021-2024, Recognized for outstanding quota achievement, consistent business growth, and driving high-impact cybersecurity solutions.
- 2020, 243.78%, President’s Club Runner-Up
- 2019, 75.17%
- 2018, 135.2%
- Government, Defense, Financial & Retail Security, Securing ministries, armed forces, financial institutions, and critical national sectors.
- Strategic Channel & Partner Ecosystem Development, Strengthening relationships with vendors, resellers, and technology partners.
- Winner of SANS GIAC CTF (Capture the flag) Coin 2013, Successfully completed a Capture the Flag challenge involving the compromise of four target servers.
Personal Information
- Driving License: UAE Driving License
- Visa Status: UAE Golden Visa
Timeline
Certificate - Designing & Building AI Products & Services
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT XPRO)
05.2025 - 07.2025
Certificate - Data Privacy And Technology
Harvard Business School
03.2025 - 05.2025
Sr. Sales Engineer
Forcepoint Holding
08.2018 - Current
Presales Consultant
Qatar Datamation Systems
12.2010 - 08.2018
Consulting Sales Engineer
Innovative Integration
09.2007 - 12.2010
NOC/SOC Support Engineer
Arwen tech (Pvt.) Ltd
04.2007 - 09.2007
B.S. - Computer Science
University Of Karachi
01.2003 - 01.2007
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