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Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates

As the overseer of Rabdan IT division, leader in initiation of Rabdan IT, ensuring robust infrastructure, staff recruitment, policy formulation, and system selection implementation. My responsibilities incorporated aligning IT strategy with business objectives, integrating cutting-edge technologies, and mentoring emerging leaders within the organization. I actively managed IT budgets, providing support for various projects, such as establishing IT infrastructure for esteemed institutions like Zayed Military University, MQC and internal projects. Additionally, I directed the development of KPIs, ensured compliance with ISO 20000, ISO 271001 standards for IT processes, information security and other compliances. Chaired change advisory boards with a focus on quality, cybersecurity, and digital transformation, I effectively navigated IT challenges while fostering valuable strategic business relationships.

Ajban, Sweihan Road

I streamlined Tawazun’ s IT operations to meet global standards, focusing on customer support and technical excellence within the budget. Utilizing the ITIL framework, maintained service availability, consistency, data integrity, and alignment with Tawazun’ s goals. Standardizing IT assets across Tawazun improved efficiency and training. I negotiated contracts, adhering to UAE regulations, ensuring cost-effectiveness. Leading Tawazun Industrial Park projects, I developed a substantial 7-square-kilometer infrastructure, merged data centers, brought in Communications services, and integrated over nine companies under TIP shared services. Enhanced security CCTV across the industrial park and access control

Ajban, Sweihan Road

Transformed the IT department, focusing on team enhancement and aligning with BMS's goals for efficiency. Collaborating with senior management, I crafted a long-term IT strategy emphasizing security and streamlined operations. I instituted IT policies, processes, and ensured strategic alignment with budget management. At Burkan Munitions Systems, I led IT projects, managed infrastructure, deployed ERP systems, manufacturing systems and equipment, and implemented essential IT tools, strengthening BMS's strategic IT framework.

Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates

Responsible for managing the uninterrupted operation of IT systems, throughout ADAC Departments and Subsidiaries, through the instigation, monitoring, and maintaining, and close supervision of systems operations. Responsibility is held for the development, implementation and maintenance of procedures for backup of data and disaster recovery to ensure data integrity. Provided input to the strategic planning for the future of the Data Centre so that it keeps pace with the projected growth of ADAC operations and technology changes. Maintained availability of ADAC systems by administering preventive maintenance programs, negotiating contracts, and monitoring the Data Centre Team's performance. Contributed to ADAC's strategic planning, focusing on the capacity and growth of the Data Centre, while liaising with vendors to meet purchase requirements. Prioritized operational projects, and maintained a secure IT environment through data backup, recovery procedures, and security system implementations. Participated in equipment evaluation committees and regularly updated stakeholders on project progress.I spearheaded critical initiatives, including infrastructure assessments, Datacenter consolidations of more seven ADAC subsidiaries and companies operating inside ADAC. I oversaw significant projects such as SAN implementation, server migrations, email gateway solutions, and domain migration and consolidations across ADAC subsidiaries. Additionally, I managed backup consolidation, patch management, and served as a core member of change advisory and project management committees, ensuring alignment with ADAC's strategic objectives and operational excellence.

Injazat, a semi-government entity, plays a crucial role in supporting the Abu Dhabi government's transition to an electronic and digital framework. Their responsibilities extend to various government entities such as Abu Dhabi Municipality, water and electricity authorities, the electric company, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and Nuclear EnergyResponsibilities at Injazat Data Systems encompassed managing the Offsets Program Bureau (now Tawazun), overseeing data centers, Windows platforms, and Alcatel telecommunications systems. I supported IT operational activities, analyzed network performance, and aligned business processes with IT systems to facilitate Abu Dhabi's transition to electronic government. Additionally, I served as a backup for other Injazat accounts, including Mubadala Development Company, Abu Dhabi Ports, and Masdar Future Energy. My involvement extended to deploying enterprise management tools, consolidating domain controllers, and contributing to the design and approval of the Middle East's first Tier IV datacenter

Abu Dhabi, Adnic Building, Khalifa Street

Managed the neI managed day-to-day activities at OPB's data center, overseeing network performance, report writing, and infrastructure design. The Offsets Group, a semi-government entity in Abu Dhabi, focused on military system acquisitions. My responsibilities included overseeing infrastructure, assigning roles, preparing IT reports, liaising with vendors, and evaluating proposals while ensuring compliance with local partnership and staffing regulations.twork and systems

Abu Dhabis

Case Technology, a British firm, provided telecommunication equipment globally, including the UAE and Gulf regions. Responsibilities included maintaining internal LAN systems, Siemon Structured Cabling projects, and company’s web site. Also Supported key clients like Etisalat, Dubai Port World, and National Bank of Abu Dhabi, managing products like Case Network devices, Intel Servers, and NX Networks for Voice over IP. Notable projects involved designing cabling for Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank, Cabling work of NBAD including new head office, migrating equipment to new National Bank of Abu Dhabi head office, and network upgrades for Union National Bank. Additionally, I oversaw infrastructure implementations for Zadco, Gasco, and Etisalat branches.

Al Ain, Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates

My responsibilities included installing data equipment like modems, routers, and supporting internet services for Government and large organizations. I managed Etisalat's internal network, handled customer connections, and maintained equipment, while documenting internal equipment movements.

Dar Es-Salaam, Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania

IT firm in Tanzania, serviced major entities like CRDB, National Bank of Commerce, and State House. My responsibilities included managing installed systems, developing software, installing windows and SCO Unix systems, consulting clients on solutions, customer support and training clients on using different systems