Overview
Omar Alibulla is a seasoned information security professional with extensive expertise in protecting organizational assets through comprehensive cybersecurity strategies and robust IT infrastructure management. His career began in 2011 at the University of California, Irvine, where he launched his IT journey before gaining valuable experience across both private and public sector organizations. In 2018, Alibulla transitioned into IT Security at WestEd, where he has continued to develop his expertise across multiple cybersecurity domains.
As an active member of cybersecurity professional organizations, including ISC2 and ISACA, Alibulla remains engaged with the global information security community, contributing to knowledge sharing and staying abreast of emerging threats and technologies. This involvement ensures continuous professional development and access to cutting-edge security insights.
Alibulla possesses specialized expertise in conducting security and privacy evaluations, providing critical security oversight for complex data integration initiatives. He contributed to the development of an Enhanced Security Framework specifically designed for assessing Integrated Data Systems. This comprehensive framework is now utilized by the Data Integration Support Center (DISC) and encompasses the evaluation of security controls across interconnected systems and the assessment of data flow security. The framework also ensures that integration architectures maintain appropriate security postures while enabling seamless data exchange between disparate systems.
With a strong foundation in IT infrastructure, specialized assessment capabilities, and a forward-thinking approach to cybersecurity challenges, Alibulla delivers practical, risk-based security solutions that enable organizations to operate securely in today’s dynamic threat landscape.
Education
- CISA—certified information systems auditor—ISACA
- CISM—certified information security manager—ISACA
- CISSP—certified information systems security professional—ISC2
- BS in management information systems, California State University, Long Beach