Alaa Mahjoub, M.Sc. Eng. Email & Phone Number

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Helping government and private sector organizations in achieving impactful outcomes and addressing mission-critical challenges by providing expert consultation in the following key domains:Business Consulting: Design and implementation of Capability Models, Operating Models, and Process Models.Data & Analytics Consulting: Expertise in Enterprise Data Architecture, Data and Analytics programs, AI, ML, and Algorithmic Business.Operational Technology Consulting: Development of Real-time Monitoring and Control Center solutions, OT Disaster recovery solutions, and more.Digital Business Consulting: Digital Business Transformation, Optimization, and Technology Platforms.Enterprise Architecture Consulting: Application of Enterprise Architecture Frameworks and management of comprehensive Enterprise Architecture programs.Business Continuity: Establish disaster recovery centers for information technology, operational technology, and meters data management systems.Additional Responsibilities:Request for Proposals (RFPs): Writing and reviewing RFPs to facilitate effective procurement processes.Tender Evaluation: Assessing and evaluating tenders to ensure optimal vendor selection.Mentoring and Training: Providing mentorship and training to foster professional development.Technology Research and Development: Conduct continuous research and development to stay abreast of technological advancements.

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Providing expert guidance to organizations during every stage of their digital business transformation and data and analytics journey:Championed client success: Provided tailored data, analytics, and digital advisory services, enhancing client effectiveness and elevating performance.Shaped strategic direction: Developed a comprehensive data and analytics service offerings framework, driving market competitiveness and growth.Negotiated winning proposals: Crafted compelling proposals for client RFPs, securing new business opportunities.Ensured project excellence: Managed and oversaw clients' data and analytics programs, fostering efficient execution and optimal outcomes.Powered sales growth: Supported account managers in business development efforts, leveraging deep technical expertise to identify and pursue lucrative opportunities.Fueled innovation: Contributed technical expertise to new pursuits in operational technology systems, data, analytics, and digital transformation, advancing future-proofed capabilities.Empowered clients: Provided training and support to clients, fostering internal capabilities and knowledge for long-term success.

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Spearheaded Operational Transformation: Designed a new Operating Model for the AD Transportation Sector, streamlining processes and improving efficiency. Built Knowledge Foundation: Developed an Enterprise Knowledge Management Framework that fostered a culture of information sharing and collaboration, making every team member feel included and valued in the process. Charted Digital Future: Led the creation of a comprehensive Digital Business Transformation Strategy and Roadmap, a strategic vision that guided the department's digital evolution and inspired industry peers. Established Data Governance: Architected a robust Enterprise Data Architecture and implemented effective Enterprise Data Management Programs, ensuring data quality and accessibility. Empowered Project Management: Modelled the Data Architecture for Abu Dhabi Main Roads Projects and Program Management function, optimizing data-driven decision-making. Automated Workflows: Automated key processes within the Abu Dhabi Main Roads Program Management function, enhancing productivity and reducing manual work. Leveraged Data Insights: Developed a framework for Business Intelligence, Real-time Operational Intelligence, and Big Data Analytics solutions, empowering data-driven decision-making across all levels. Upskilled Team: Provided training to Operational Staff and Entry Point Employees on the abovementioned areas, fostering knowledge transfer and capability building.

Abu Dhabi, Uae

ADCO's Enterprise Architecture Achievements:1. Data Architecture:Defined Corporate Data Model and implementation approach, ensuring efficient data and analytics management.Established a strategy for BI, Real-time Operational Intelligence, Big Data Analytics, Data Warehousing, and more, enabling data-driven decisions.Implemented Information Architecture standards, ensuring data quality and accessibility.Created content taxonomy and automatic classification architecture to streamline information retrieval.2. Application Architecture:Designed and implemented an Enterprise Application Integration Strategy, optimizing application utilization.Rationalized the Application Portfolio, improving efficiency and cost-effectiveness.3. Technology Architecture:Implemented a Corporate Telecommunications Strategy, ensuring reliable and secure communication infrastructure.Established a Unified Communications & Collaboration Strategy, enhancing communication across functions.Designed Technical and Security Architectures for IT/OT Integration, facilitating seamless data exchange.Contributed to crafting the Corporate IT Strategy, aligning with ADCO's overall technology vision.4. Business Architecture:Developed a robust Business Process Management Strategy and Framework.Established Business Process Modeling Standards for process standardization and optimization.5. Additional Responsibilities:Selected and implemented the Enterprise Architecture Tool for collaborative management.Developed Competency Assurance Management System Training Programs.Contributed to the competency assurance management system, transferring knowledge within the corporation.Provided mentoring and coaching to entry-level employees, cultivating the next generation of IT professionals.

Abu Dhabi, Uae

Championed the monumental transformation of TRANSCO's Digital Energy Architecture, a pivotal initiative during Abu Dhabi's sector restructuring for the deregulated water and electricity market.Guided the Software Application Development Unit and the SCADA Systems Unit, delivering tangible results through direct supervision.Established interconnected real-time monitoring, control, metering, and financial settlement systems across Abu Dhabi utility affiliates, integrating National and Regional Water and electricity Monitoring and control Centres, the Emergency Control Center, the Disaster Recovery Center, and their Integrated Utility Data Centre.Led the implementation of system interconnection with the Emirates National Grid Authorities, establishing real-time capabilities within their networks, encompassing all LDC Water and electricity Monitoring and control Centres, the Emergency Control Center, and their Integrated Data Center.Initiated crucial networking with Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) authorities, a strategic move towards unified power grid dispatch and control coordination.Spearheaded the upgrade of TRANSCO's Energy Management System, aligning with modern open system interconnection standards and contributing to acceptance testing.Designed and implemented a disaster recovery solution for LDC-wide control and information infrastructure, ensuring uninterrupted operations during critical events.Led the design and implementation of seamless enterprise-wide IT/OT integration, enabling optimized decision-making using the Utility Data Warehouse and Business Intelligence (BI) applications.Led the modernization of computer systems across LDC control centers and their integrated data center, enhancing operational efficiency and data accessibility.Led the design and deployment of the web-based TRANSCO Control Information Network (CINe), revolutionizing information sharing for enhanced collaboration and market efficiency.

Cairo, Egypt

As an Executive Consultant at the Central Agency for Organization and Administration (CAOA) and the General Authority for Reconstruction Projects and Agricultural Development (GARPAD), I played a pivotal role in spearheading transformative initiatives:Developed a comprehensive 5-year strategic plan for IT, overseeing a 20 million Pound CAOA budget, significantly transforming the organization's technological landscape.With a meticulous approach, I successfully implemented an integrated IT service architecture, encompassing Conceptual & Physical Data Models, applications, E-mail systems, Electronic Archiving, Remote Access, and Internet/Intranet web services for CAOA.Executed GIS and digital image processing for satellite pictures, contributing to soil analysis for the Egyptian National Agricultural Strategic Development Plan.Delivered numerous IT and computer Engineering lectures to senior management staff within the Governmental Sector.During my tenure, I demonstrated a commitment to strategic planning, technological innovation, and knowledge sharing within the government sector.

Ministry Of Defense, Cairo, Egypt

As the Head of the Authority Computer Center at the Ministry of Defense (OAA MoD), I played a pivotal role in spearheading the development and implementation of state-of-the-art systems, significantly advancing our technological capabilities:Under my leadership, we successfully orchestrated the creation of a complex National-level personnel recruiting & mobilization system. This involved establishing a private packet-switching WAN (x25) network, connecting recruitment & mobilization sites across all country governorates.Designed and implemented LANs and client-server applications for the Authority, ensuring seamless communication and data sharing.Recognizing the need for secure and efficient communication, I spearheaded the design and implementation of a robust electronic mail system over LANs & WANs. This system catered to the communication needs of both departmental and enterprise levels, significantly enhancing our operational efficiency.Established security access control, time attendance, and surveillance systems for personnel and vehicles, enhancing overall safety measures.Contributed to the Research and development of computer-based manufacturing of secured identification cards, encompassing software development, hardware integration, and card-ware technologies with multiple security features.Developed and implemented applications for personnel, payroll, and production control systems, streamlining administrative processes.Implemented systems for Enterprise Content Management and groupware, fostering efficient collaboration and information management.Throughout my tenure, I was vital in advancing technological capabilities within the Ministry of Defense, contributing significantly to security, efficiency, and data management.

Ministry Of Defense, Kuwait

As a C4I System Consultant for the Kuwait Air Force Air Defense (KAFAD), I contributed significantly to the national-level real-time C4I system project:Played a key role in the Kuwaiti Air Force Air Defense (KAFAD) real-time C4I system project, ensuring its seamless development and implementation.Reviewed and approved software requirement specifications, overseeing the testing procedures for real-time application software.Evaluated and ensured Quality Assurance aspects throughout the development and testing stages, ensuring the highest standards of performance.Developed comprehensive Performance Specifications and performance Testing Procedures for real-time systems, encompassing hardware, software, and communication components.Actively participated in witnessing the commissioning of the delivered systems, ensuring they met the required standards and specifications.During my tenure, I demonstrated a commitment to excellence in software development, quality assurance, and system performance, contributing to the success of the Kuwait Air Force & Air Defense C4I system.

Egyptian Armed Forces – Ministry Of Defense), Cairo, Egypt

During my tenure as a C4I System Analyst, Designer, and Software Development Engineer at the Operations Authority within the Egyptian Armed Forces, I contributed significantly to various projects:Acknowledged by the Minister of Defense for developing and implementing a Transaction Processing System, including Air Traffic Control, to coordinate civil and military aircraft movements as well as Command, Control, Communication, Computers, and Intelligence (C4I) systems and underlying Information Systems.Pioneered the development of a mathematical model for Enterprise re-entrant software, a groundbreaking innovation for transaction processing systems in multi-user & remote communication environments.Designed and implemented a CASE (Computer-Aided Software Engineering) tool for automatic program and system generation, enhancing efficiency in software development.Shared expertise by conducting lectures in Computer Engineering at the Military Technical College and undergraduate students within the Military Technical Institute for the Armed Forces.Supervised numerous graduation projects for undergraduate students at the Military Technical Institute, contributing to their academic and professional development.My work during this period reflected a commitment to innovation, efficiency, and knowledge sharing within the realm of C4I systems and software development in the defense sector.

Cairo, Egypt

Responsibilities included maintenance and repair of Digital Computers, covering hardware, software, firmware, and peripherals.

Bachelor'S Degree, Computer Engineering, Very Good

Master'S Degree In Computer Engineering, Computer Engineering

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Bachelor’S Degree, Military Science And Operational Studies, Very Good

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