Lt. Colonel Dr. Essa Almutawa
Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer, Dubai Civil Defense (DCD)
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Lt. Colonel Dr. Essa Almutawa is the Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer, Head of Global Indicators for Fire Incidents, and Director of the Monitoring and Inspection Department at Dubai Civil Defense. He leads AI integration across DCD, pioneering a strategic shift toward smarter, data-driven emergency response and safety systems.
With deep expertise in crisis management, information security governance, and digital transformation, Dr. Essa plays a vital role in aligning national and international safety standards.
His forward-thinking leadership has positioned Dubai Civil Defense as a regional benchmark for innovation, resilience, and operational excellence in public safety.
