As an IT leader with a comprehensive background in technology strategy and infrastructure management, I currently serve as the Group IT Manager for SWiSH Group. In this capacity, I have successfully overseen the design and implementation of robust IT systems across more than 30 new branch openings, ensuring seamless network architecture and infrastructure deployment.In addition to my role within the SWiSH Group and as the Head of IT for Forevermore, a cutting-edge mobile app-based brand. I am providing strategic direction, supervising development efforts, and ensuring rigorous testing and quality assurance for the mobile app development team. My involvement from the inception of Forevermore has been instrumental in establishing the brand, driving innovation, and ensuring the app's success in the market.My technical expertise spans Office 365, Google Workspace, Dynamics 365, Microsoft Azure and Windows Servers, with a particular focus on optimizing Active Directory, Exchange Servers, and VPN solutions. I am adept at managing complex network environments, utilizing tools such as Cisco Meraki, FortiGate Firewalls, Citrix, ESXi, Azure Vault and Veeam Backup to secure and enhance IT operations.Furthermore, I bring substantial experience with modern data management and automation platforms, including MongoDB, PowerApps, Power Automate, Power BI, Amplitude, and specialized industry SaaS solutions. My commitment to innovation, scalability, and security drives me to continually optimize IT systems, supporting the growth and success of SWiSH Group and its diverse portfolio of brands.
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Group Information Technology ManagerSwish Aug 2023 - PresentSharq, Al Asimah, KuwaitOverseeing and continuously enhancing the IT infrastructure and projects for the SWiSH Group, including renowned brands such as BBT, Yelo Pizza, Shawarma Shakir, Just C, Slice, Lovebird, Chili Pepper, Pattie Pattie, and Forevermore. Dedicated to ensuring seamless operations and driving innovation across all technology platforms to support the growth and success of each brand within the group. -
Information Technology SupervisorSwish Jul 2021 - Aug 2023Sharq, Al Asimah, KuwaitHandling, maintaining, developing the entire IT Infrastructure/Projects for SWiSH Group (BBT, Yelo Pizza, Shawarma Shakir, Just C, Slice, Lovebird, Chili Pepper, Pattie Pattie, Forevermore) -
Information Technology Support EngineerSwish Jul 2020 - Jul 2021Kuwait -
Group Information Technology ManagerForevermore ® Jun 2023 - PresentKuwait -
Network EngineerIpack (International Paper Products) Sep 2018 - Jun 2020Kuwait• Designing, configuring and testing networking software, computer hardware, and operating system software's.• Protecting data, software, and hardware by coordinating, planning and implementing network security measures.• Maintaining and managing Fortinet Firewall 101E, HP network switches, DVRs, Synology Rack station, VS80s, Network printers, VLAN's, Access Points and etc.• Conferring with network users about solving existing system problems.• Troubleshooting… Show more • Designing, configuring and testing networking software, computer hardware, and operating system software's.• Protecting data, software, and hardware by coordinating, planning and implementing network security measures.• Maintaining and managing Fortinet Firewall 101E, HP network switches, DVRs, Synology Rack station, VS80s, Network printers, VLAN's, Access Points and etc.• Conferring with network users about solving existing system problems.• Troubleshooting various network issues affecting solutions and collaborating with staffs and outside vendors to resolve complex problems.• Configuring and installing D-Link routers, HP network switches and Alcatel Access points.• Performing recovery operations and data backups in Synology Rack Station.• Replacing faulty network hardware components when required.• Troubleshooting, diagnosing and resolving hardware, software, and other network and system problems.• Managing and Troubleshooting Active Directory, Security Groups, Exchange Server, Network Camera's, VS80, Regular Client Software's, Outlook, RDP, Land Phone's, VPN PPTP, L2TP, etc. Show less -
Service Desk EngineerFifosys Mar 2016 - Aug 2018Sri Lanka• Exposures: SolarWinds, Connectwise, CSP, Citrix, Mimecast, Forcepoint email filtering, RMM, MSP, N-ABLE, ITGlue, Sharepoints, etc.• Managing and creating Active Directory objects such as user accounts, Printers, security groups, shared drives, OU, etc.• Managing routers, switches, wireless access points and vpn connections.• Creating and managing email addresses distribution groups, lists and shared mailboxes in Exchange Server, Microsoft Office 365 and Citrix… Show more • Exposures: SolarWinds, Connectwise, CSP, Citrix, Mimecast, Forcepoint email filtering, RMM, MSP, N-ABLE, ITGlue, Sharepoints, etc.• Managing and creating Active Directory objects such as user accounts, Printers, security groups, shared drives, OU, etc.• Managing routers, switches, wireless access points and vpn connections.• Creating and managing email addresses distribution groups, lists and shared mailboxes in Exchange Server, Microsoft Office 365 and Citrix Cloud.• Troubleshooting of Active Directory objects related issues and creating group policy objects. • Working on recurring incidents and change management process and resolving high impact incidents and escalated incidents within the given SLA.• Managing and troubleshooting windows servers, 2008, 2010, 2012R2, SBS 2011, and 2010 Exchange.• Maintaining and managing virtual environments, citrix, vdi, vmware and hyper-v.• Maintaining and managing Microsoft Office 365, licensing, subscriptions, distribution lists, shared mailboxes, email, alias, retention policies, etc.• Diagnosis of technical issues of the end users and provides them with timely solutions ensuring highest level of customer satisfaction.• Timely escalations of support requests to internal/external support personnel in case of lack of competencies or outside the service scope.• Taking ownership, monitoring and tracking of open cases, emails on team email boxes and responding to customer support requests in a timely manner according to the defined SLA’s.• Communicate the progress of resolution to end users and supervisors in a timely manner and make sure the customer is kept in the loop throughout the support life cycle.• Recording and updating all service desk interactions on the provided CRM.• Interacting with Level 2 and 3 support engineers to solve more complicated faults reported by the clients.Certified Datto Technical Specilist I & II Show less -
Junior Network AdministratorE Data Lanka Technologies Oct 2013 - Jan 2016Srilanka
Fawzan Ajward Education Details
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Computer Networks And Security -
British College Of Applied StudiesIct System Support -
British College Of Applied StudiesInformation Technology -
British College Of Applied StudiesEnglish Language And Literature/Letters -
Hilburn International CollegeOrdinary Level
Frequently Asked Questions about Fawzan Ajward
What company does Fawzan Ajward work for?
Fawzan Ajward works for Swish
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Fawzan Ajward's current role is Group Information Technology Manager at SWiSH.
What schools did Fawzan Ajward attend?
Fawzan Ajward attended Birmingham City University, British College Of Applied Studies, British College Of Applied Studies, British College Of Applied Studies, Hilburn International College.
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