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VP Technology Security and Risk Management at du wins Symantec 2008 EMEA Visionary Award

  • United Arab Emirates: Saturday, November 15 - 2008 at 13:41
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du, the UAE's integrated telecommunications provider, today announced Walid Kamal, Vice President - Technology Security and Risk Management, has won the prestigious Symantec 2008 EMEA Visionary Award for his outstanding efforts in the field of enterprise security.

The Symantec EMEA Visionary Awards recognize Technology thought leaders for their innovative use of Symantec products and services to protect infrastructure and critical data.

Osman Sultan, CEO, du, said:
"With his in-depth domain expertise and professional capabilities, Walid Kamal has successfully contributed to safeguarding and improving du's security posture. He has effectively developed a framework of real-time security compliance, monitoring, reporting and control by optimally using the organisation's resources. We are proud of Kamal and congratulate him on adding yet another feather to his cap of achievements. We wish him continued success and look forward to more of his valuable contribution to du in the future as well."


Kevin Isaac, Regional Director, Middle East and North Africa, Symantec said, "du's image in the UAE market is one of a young energetic company in tune with customers who seek confidence in their connected world. We have in Walid Kamal a customer who understands security as integral to his organisation's business processes. As a result, du has achieved high standards of security with automation and strong policies. At the same time, its Technology professionals can focus on adding value to du's business."

Walid Kamal joined du in 2005 with over 18 years experience in the area of technology including security and compliance, risk management and operations in various industry segments. He is also the proud recipient of the 2006 Sheikh Hamdan Award for Distinguished Family.

The 2008 EMEA Visionary Award winners were announced at Vision and ManageFusion EMEA2008, Symantec's annual user conference and one of the industry's leading technology events at The Hague, Netherlands.
Walid Kamal (middle) receiving Symantec 2008 EMEA Visionary Award. 
Walid Kamal (middle) receiving Symantec 2008 EMEA Visionary Award.
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About du:
du, the new telecommunications company in the UAE, launched mobile telecommunication services on 11 February 2007 across the UAE in addition to internet and pay TV services in some of the free zones of Dubai. Call Select, the first of du's nationwide Fixed line services for voice telephony, was launched in July 2007.

Among du's many firsts is its historic Number Booking Campaign for both individuals and business, Pay by the Second billing system, Mobile TV, Mobile Payments, first of its kind 'WoW' recharge card (which offers customers the choice between more credit and more time) and Self Care. du business offers include Closed Business User Group and preferred International Destinations.

du's retail network, currently numbering 23 du shops located in strategic locations across all emirates, was launched on 25 February 2007, supporting the delivery of du services to customers.

du is 40% owned by the UAE Federal Government, 20% by Mubadala Development Company, 20% by TECOM Investments and 20% by public shareholders. It is listed on the Dubai Financial Market (DFM) and trades under the name du.

du was recognised as the 'Best Brand' for its innovative branding and outstanding success at the Telecom World Awards Middle East 2007.


For further information, please contact:
Izzideen Khalifeh
PR manager
du
Tel: +971 4 3692437
Fax: +971 4 3646259

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