Syed Muhammad Ayub Shah Email & Phone Number

Islamabad, Pk

Islamabad, Pakistan

The IT wing of the apex national organization is seeing significant transformations and operational improvements, making the department modern, efficient, and highly responsive. Key undertakings and achievements include:Organizational Transformation: Introduced new software modules, improving operational efficiencies and performance across departments, ensuring the organization kept pace with technological advancements.Team Empowerment: He fostered a motivated IT team through capacity building and regular training, enhancing staff engagement and overall efficiency.24/7 Service Availability: Shah ensured uninterrupted service availability with zero downtime, demonstrating a commitment to operational resilience.Sustainability Initiatives: He promoted eco-friendly practices by reducing print and paper usage and adopting digital tools, resulting in cost savings and improved efficiency.High-Quality Task Fulfillment: Consistently delivering superior quality tasks within reduced timelines, Shah boosted productivity in the IT wing.Data Center Upgrade: His successful relocation and upgrade of the Data Center enhanced the organization’s IT infrastructure to support growing service demands.Candidate Support Services: Shah implemented a 24/7 support service for candidates, streamlining application processes and improving user experience.Enhanced Data Management: Advanced tools for database administration improved data management and decision-making capabilities.Continuous Learning: He championed ongoing training programs for IT staff, ensuring they were equipped to handle evolving technological needs.Improved Online Services: Shah enhanced the FPSC web portal, streamlining online application processes and improving public access to information.Advancement of CBT Project: He overhauled the Computer-Based Testing system, adopting Agile methodologies and improving quality assurance processes, while engaging stakeholders to ensure timely project completion.

Islamabad, Islāmābād, Pakistan

Enable, Facilitate, Develop, Assist and Lead IT Industry of Pakistan across the entire ambit of activities.Plan & implement Industry Development, Facilitation and Enabling initiatives covering all possible areas and aspects to include Capacity Building, Infrastructure Development, Industry Facilitation and Transformation. International Cooperation and Policy Formulation & Implementation. Infrastructure Development comprising projects worth US $ 3 Billion. These include Software Technology Parks, Knowledge Parks & other spaces.Skill & Capacity Development in all encompassing manner. Programs include, IT Industry Academia Bridge Program, IT Industry Readiness BootCamp Program, Softskills Development Programs and IT Industry Orientation & Collaboration Programs.Industry Facilitation in all regulatory, Taxation, HR Acquisition and other areas.Transformation of IT Industry and National Outlook Programs in collaboration with stakeholders.Policy Formulation and International Cooperation.IT sector facilitation, comprising of IT & ITeS Call Centers, Freelancers & BPO / BPM.Improving Ease of Doing Business, through introduction of unified portals and single window operation.Programs for reducing Cost of Doing Business Providing consulting & counseling services to the sector in resolving regulatory, commercial & compliance issues.Actively engage public & private stakeholders to facilitate the sector comprising Ministry of IT & Telecom, Commerce & Trade, Foreign Affairs, Planning, Development & Special Initiatives, Finance, Board of Investment, Securities and Exchange Commission, State Bank, Telecom Authority, Public Procurement Regulatory Authority, Federal Board of Revenue, Provincial Tax Authorities, Provincial IT Boards, Pakistan Software Houses Association, Chambers of Commerce & Industry, Insurance providers and more.Build a strong Industry-Academia linkage to develop globally competitive tech talent & international recognition of ICT under Seoul Accord

Islāmābād, Pakistan

Lead, Direct & Manage IT Wing, ensuring provision of fullest IT support to all other Wings & Organs of FPSC across the Country. Framing IT Vision of FPSC for transforming into a technology enabled futuristic organization. Formulate and execute plans for implement of paperless environment/E-Office suit.Capacity building of FPSC employees across Pakistan, enabling them to use modern day technologies in an effective manner. Managing IT Staff, ensure their regular training, grooming, job assignments and rotation.Planning, Designing and Developing new Applications aimed at automation of processes ensuring efficiency, transparency, security and Information Assurance. Ensure Confidentiality, Integrity & Availability of all systems vis data. Planning & Approval of annual IT budget of FPSC and its ordered expenditure ensuring best possible return for the money. Operation & Maintenance of FPSC Data Center, Networks & other IT systems across the country.Ascertaining & Managing FPSC's software & systems development needs. Developing IT policies, SOPs following globally established best practices and in line with the ITIL & other guidelines. Staying updated on IT trends and emerging technologies in order to keep the FPSC Management abreast. Striving to keeping IT Wing in step with modern day requirements. Developing, introducing and enforcing IT best practices across the organization including provincial and regional offices and other stations where examinations are held. Ensuring Compliance of and adherence to applicable regulatory frameworks including Nation IT Policies; Compliance of National Cyber Security Policy and other Regulatory instruments. Overseeing relationships with vendors, contractors and service providers including developers both national and internationalAdvising Chairman & Secretary FPSC on all technical matters, explaining benefits and risks of new IT-related initiatives and projectsTasks as assigned by the Chairman & Secretary FPSC

Islamabad, Islāmābād, Pakistan

Managed Computer Based Testing Project of FPSC. It aimed at automation, digital transformation and Business Process Re-Engineering (BPR). A futuristic project outcomes were envisaged, including automated Machine Centric Testing of Candidates applying for various positions.

Islamabad, Pakistan

Federal Public Service Commission is the apex constitutional body responsible for recruitment of Civil Servants of Pakistan through an exceptionally competitive and established selection process. Director Competitive, Professional & Promotional Exams is responsible for organization, managing and executing high stake exam across the country. He is responsible for framing exam rules, eligibility criteria, specialized exam rules, SOPs, protocols and other related statutory provisions.Largest ever nation wide synchronous competitive exam was held in February 2020. It was challenging however deliberate planning, team work, coordinated execution and cooperation by all stakeholders led to the successful conclusion.

Islamabad, Pakistan

National Institute of Disaster Management (NIDM) is mandated to undertake Capacity Building of National Institutions and Organizations including Vulnerable Communities to coup with the challenges of Climate Change and Disasters to include natural and man made. This position mandated analysis and adaptation of Disaster Management Policy frameworks to include Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction (SFDRR). It also include planning and management of DRR plans, cooperation with national and international stakeholders. Analysis of Disaster Scenarios to develop management plans specific to areas i.e., geographical and geological conditions. Director is responsible for proposing vision of the institute with objectives to be attained. This Position required undertaking a number of initiatives towards Disaster Risk Reduction and Climate Change Adaptation beyond mere policy and capacity building.

Prime Minister Secretariate, Islamabad, Pakistan.

Raised and managed ICT Directorate of NDMA as Director (Information and Communication Technologies).Established Technology Vision for NDMA stating “Technology Enabled, Efficiency Centric, Ambient Intelligent Autonomous Environment with futuristic capabilities attainments”Advocating Role of Science & Technology in Disaster Management.Formulating Strategic ICT Roadmap for NDMA.Initiated extensive National and International Engagements as related to Climate Change and Disaster Management with UNDP, UN ESCAP, WFP, UN HABITAT, UNESCO, ECO, COMSAT, Secure World Foundation and Space Foundation and ICIMOD.Initiated and pursuing the process of Institutionalizing Seismic and other Disasters related Analysis.Proposed, as Principal Investigator of a number of diverse projects ranging over Communication, Data Infrastructure and Spatial Technology.Acting as Member of Project Steering Committee(s).Acting as Member of Technical Review Board(s).Articulated and signed Memorandum of Understanding with academia and other institutions.Acting as Focal Person of NDMA for PTA, SUPARCO, APSCO and ICT UN ESCAP.Acted as Head of Media Directorate of NDMA.Conducted a number of Capacity Building Workshops on Communication and Media including Social Media. Established and Introduced GIS and Remote Sensing Technologies.Introduced ICT based Disaster Risk Management.Participated and contributed to the regional projects and initiatives Contributed extensively to Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).Proposed to work on Framing Sustainable Options for connecting small island states and underdeveloped countries.Proposed and completed multi thematic wide-ranging DRM Projects.Achieved milestone of virtual outreach and ever expanding Digital Footprint of NDMA.Completed Vulnerability Analysis for Pakistan.

Islamabad, Pakistan

Headed the Entire HR and Administration of the Company across the country owning real estate assets of more than 100 Billion Rupees (USD 1 Billion), an equity of USD 400 Million with 500+ employees.Acted as Company Secretary. Meticulously transformed Company Policies as stated by the Board of Directors into Strategic Plans.Introduced a Dynamic Semi-automated Administration and Management Framework through delegation of responsibilities.Prepared and presented company performance, regulatory affairs and other reports to the Board of Directors and sought well deliberated decisions in a proactive manner.Laid down comprehensive leave and HR policies for the company.Revisited and restructured employees’ appraisals system of the company introducing KPIs based on result based and implementation based performance.Managed hiring of HR through competitive processes ensuring pooling up of best available talent using innovative head hunting methods.Managed country wide offices of the company including day to day affairs, security, administration, maintenance and staffing.Assisted in establishment of a Project Management Unit in the company.Proposed and put in place a number of new initiatives in the company like performance based incentives and resource mobilization achievements recognition.Initiated formation of a conducive environment for employees of the company.

Va, Usa

Extensively studied dimensions, mechanics, perplexities and nexus of Poverty in both local and regional context and proposed workable models for development initiatives like sustainable chain industry, value additions and total elimination of illiteracy; ‘root cause’.Advocating role of Merit, Transparency, Competitiveness, Equal Opportunity, Women Empowerment, Distributive Justice and Technology for eliminating poverty and promoting sustainable development in Pakistan & reigion; Asia & Pacific.Worked for Transfer of Technology, Indigenization, Innovation and Entrepreneurship through mini designs and rock bottom ideas like work from home, freelancing, clusters of work groups and e markets.Working directly on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) as related to the Poverty Alleviation, Quality Education, Equality, Innovation and related concepts striking both Top-Down and Bottom-Up approaches.Planned, Designed and proposed a number of country programs including a Model Public School for District Bunner in KPK for promoting quality basic education in cooperation with ‘Human and Humanity Foundation’ and Provincial Youth Parliament. Promoting Viable Knowledge Economy Initiatives through extensive local collaborations of ‘Youths’ Dialogue with Experienced’. Ensuring and contributing in strategic orientation of programs.Maintaining close liaison with diverse stakeholders to increase impact.Studied Population Dynamics with intricate evaluation of desegregated statistics towards developing and integrated approach for bridging gaps.

Rawalpindi, Pakistan

Introduced Quality Enhancement System, in close consultation with Deans at the institution for promoting and advocating Quality Concepts as related to Higher Education globally.Defined Quality Policy of the Institution, offering wide ranging programs to include Engineering, Computer Sciences, Management Sciences and Commerce.Introduced and Advocated Washington Accord with related Higher Education Quality Concepts like Learning Centered Approach. Revisited Vision, Mission and Objectives of the Institution for bringing program objectives in line with the internationally recognized best practices. Started a process of transformation from traditional learning practices to the Outcome Based Learning through faculty training, mentoring and engagements. Undertook a number of initiatives including formation of a consultative group and QEC Committee to fulfil HEC Quality Enhancement Requirements.Introduced new Course Evaluation and Teacher Evaluation Procedures with structured processing aimed at improving upon quality of instruction and related procedures.Ensured fulfilment of accreditation requirements of parent universities. Conducted regular interaction with all Stakeholders including Industry, Parents, Employers, Civil Society, National and International Organizations for enhancing programs objectives and refining quality of students; the product. Initiated Internal Assessment Cycles for continuous improvement. Managed compliance of Higher Education Commission’s Quality Enhancement and Quality Assurance (QA) Processes towards Quality Control (QC).

Islamabad, Pakistan

A challenging position aimed at devising, developing and putting in place innovative processes, tools, methodologies and techniques for enhancing quality of higher education imparted at the institution. The primary objective remained to bring up the quality of the institution to, at first national established standards and then to the international standards in progressive and sustainable manner. Designed and conducted workshops to introduce concepts like, 'Learning Centered Approach', 'Washington Accord', 'Outcome Based Learning', 'Integrating Society and End User in Formulating Curriculum', 'Self Assessment in Higher Education Institution', 'Quality Policy of Higher Education Institution', 'Technology Incubation', 'Academia Industry Relationship' and more.The understudy faculties included, Electrical Engineering, Telecom Engineering, Software Engineering, Management Sciences (MBA & BBA), Commerce, Accounting and Finance. Major achievements include, Putting in place self assessment cycles with their associated processes and practices and rectification methodologies. Endeavored to raise the quality of academia, syllabus, teaching methodologies, class room and lab environments, student participation in learning and assessments.

Global

An Organization founded in consultation with Activists working for Human Elan, Dignity, Freedom, Rights, Empowerment, Self Sufficiency and more. The sole aim is to serve the Humanity at large without any discrimination what so ever. Striving for creating peaceful, progressive and conducive social environments for the uplift of marginalized and week groups like, women, children, minorities and those affected by poverty, deprivation, hunger, disease and calamities. Peace and Prosperity for all is the aim of the organization. Role include initiating new sustainable & innovative projects with their timely completion with no compromise on quality. Challenges like working against all odds are to confronted and overcome.

Pakistan

Served as a Regular Commissioned Officer of Pakistan Army. ~ Information Communication Technology (ICT) Officer: 2001 - 2014.~ Corps of Artillery 1993 - 2000.

Loralai, Pakistan

An exceptionally challenging position. It demanded implementation, operation and up gradation of ICT at remotest, far flung and risky areas of Pakistan. Making things happen in time, against all odds, technical limitations and paucity of resources are the persistent challenges at forefront. Administration and Security of Information Content at logical stratum while Security and Operational fitness of Infrastructure at physical stratum were the prime goals.Conceptualized Architectural Design of Medical Services Automation Systems through evaluation and comparisons of various commissioned systems and study of domain knowledge. Installation and Deployment of Pakistan Army Hospital Management System with regular O&M towards 24/7 availability of the systems. Managed long haul connectivity to remote sites of Loralai. Held additional charge of local administration and management of public affairs.

Global, Command & Staff College, Quetta, Pakistan

Design, implementation and up gradation of quad play services optimization of campus wide networks. Carried out extensive technical evaluations of various equipment categories, vendors and suppliers to ensure maximum ROI by the institution. Ensured state of the art O&M of networks to guarantee 24/7 availability with due quality of service QoS. Performed in house IOS up gradation and switch programming with due capacity building of technical HR.Supervised and Managed Contract Management and Project Management using latest tools, methodologies and best practices.Managed Computer Support Wing (now IT Wing) of the institution. Responsibilities included Concept, Design, Development, Deployment and Administration of Futuristic Information Systems for effective and productive knowledge management at the institution.The systems were designed aimed at building intellectual capital of the organization through codification of knowledge in a structured, internally shared and contributory manner. Efforts were made to put in place agile self evolving progressive and competitive information systems in commensuration with the requirements of the era. The position entailed grasping of the detailed all encompassing overview of the organization and its intricate processes for designing and implementing most suited systems.

Pakistan And Abroad.

Assisted in formulation of State level Policies and Strategies on various security issues. Managed Administration of Information & Communication Technologies including Internet, Telecommunication, Computing and systems including applications and operations. Established vision, under took assignments based on evolving concepts, forecasting possible or probable future trends, growth and developments for defining immediate and long term objectives and setting policy in alignment. Performed consultations and advised on Project Management of all the modern day technology related projects and endeavours. Remained responsible for Information Management, Dissemination and Security towards efficient and effective decision making par excellence.

Global, Command & Staff College, Quetta

Acted as Research Advisor, guiding and supervising Individual Research Papers (IRP) of students at Command & Staff College, Pakistan.Designed courses, course contents, and methodologies to impart technical training to the student officers.Preparation and conduct of assessments and examinations. Preparation of class performance reports with automation of Individual and group exercises.Taught Computer, IT, Telecommunication, Information Operations, Cyber Sphere Dynamics, Strategies, Geographical Information Systems (GIS) and Cyber Security courses.

Usa

Post Graduate Studies at one of the most reputed and globally recognized institution & center of excellence at Fort Gordon GA, USA. The all inclusive study include courses aimed at Information Systems Design, Management, Implementation, Operations, Maintenance and Replacement on completion of the life cycle. A competitive study tenure with distinguished academic results.

Teaching Engineering Class of Telecom Engineering (Bachelors Courses) titled Digital Electronics, Digital System Design, Electronic Devices and Signals and Systems.

Project Management, Technology Management, Technical Reviews and Advise, System Administration, Human Resource Management, Technical Policy preparation and implementation etc.

Pakistan

Worked at apex level of Disaster Management after Earthquake 2005 in coordination and under supervision of the Presidency of Pakistan and Military Operations.Assisted in Management and planning of daily rescue and relief operation across all disaster struck remote areas of Pakistan.Assisted in planning, execution and coordination of National Aviation Resources Utilization Plans.Coordination and Liaison with Allied and US Government for Search, Rescue and Relief Operations on daily basis. Estimation and Assessment of damages and extents of earthquake affected areas using multiple spatial techniques including on ground resources for preparing national situation reports for planning. Assisted in establishment of Earthquake Relief and Rehabilitation Authority (ERRA) of Pakistan. Liaised with a number of international agencies for acquiring varied kinds of supports.Assisted in preparation of a number of concepts papers and presentations on relief, rehabilitation and reconstruction process for and on directions of the Presidency of Pakistan. Acquired Satellite Imagery of all Earthquake affected areas of Pakistan from a number of sources.Planning Liaison and Coordination with a number of Search and Rescue Teams from around the world for acquisition of equipment and other facilities.Assisted in International Donor Conference in November 2005.Prepared Documentaries, Information, Education and Communication (IEC) Material for supporting state run donation, awareness and humanitarian campaigns during entire Relief and Rehabilitation Phases.Liaison with US CENTCOM for provision of all assistance to the earthquake affected population and areas. Coordinated with US Army for employment of Chinook Helicopters and other resources including search and rescue teams and relief disbursement to priority areas.

Lahore, Pakistan

Carried out and Effective Monitoring of Federal Government Departments as part of Federal Monitoring and Coordination Centre. Some of the initiatives included: Proposed complete restructuring and Privatisation of Public Works Department to make it an earning entity. Studied and Proposed right sizing of Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited. Prepared a detailed plan for maximizing productivity of Pakistan Railways. Served at various autonomous and semi-autonomous positions across Pakistan and completed a number of challenging assignments and tasks in an exceeding manner.Steering, Evaluation, Advise, Restructuring and Monitoring of the Federal Government Departments' head offices at Lahore Pakistan. These departments included: Pakistan Railways Headquarters SNGPL State Life Insurance Corporation of Pakistan Archeology Department of Pakistan Pakistan Public Works Department Cantonment Board Lahore

Osijek, Croatia

Served as part of United Nations Transitional Administration for Eastern Slavonia (UNTAES). Remained stationed at Kosijek, Darda, Osijek, Croatia and worked towards coordination of peace initiatives vis transitional administration between Former Republic of Yugoslavia or Serbia and Croatia.Maintained Liaison with local authorities and administration for peaceful transition of political control of Branjia Division to the Croatian Authorities.Arranged Conducted a number of Border Meetings and cooperation arrangements between authorities of two neighboring states.

Global

Served as Army Officer (Public Servant), in National Defence Service of Pakistan.Deputed to attend a number of Professional, Leadership and Management Courses all completed with distinctions.Completed a number of independent and Challenging Assignments to include: Military Observer for Iran and Afghanistan at Rabat e Jali. Served at a number of remote locations inside and abroad. Experienced performing in aid of civil administration. Learned and Practiced Management and Administration principles and practices. Remained an Outstanding Officer throughout the service tenure.

Post Graduate Course, Information Systems Management

Activities and Societies: Delivered Talks and Lectures on a number of topics. Studied a whole range of subjects associated to 'Information.

Bachelor’S Degree, Law, 1St Division

Course, Diplomacy And Public Policy

Activities and Societies: Lectures by the Practitioners and Simulation of the Executive Council's Authorization of an On Site Inspection..

Master Of Arts (Ma), International Relations, 1St Division

Distinction: 4th Highest Score in 3233 Candidates appeared in the exam.

Course, Innovation And Entrepreneurship

An International Course conducted by OIC COMSATECH.

Masters Of Engineering, Computer Engineering, A (1St Division) Cgpa: 3.43/4.00

Activities and Societies: Thesis Titled: 'Dynamic Spectrum Access Using Multiple Antennas in Cognitive Radios' Distinction: 15 Additional.

Bachelor Of Engineering, Computer Software Engineering

Graduated with the honor of receiving Rector's Gold Medal. My degree project Non-Invasive Cardiac Imaging System won great attention.

Post Graduate Diploma, Self And Personality - Theology & Psychology

Activities and Societies: Dispute Resolution through Theological Convergences The learning changed my perception about the world. My.

Post Graduate Diplomas And Courses, Management, Technology And Security

Activities and Societies: Adventure Training & Literary Societies. Technical: Meteorology, Ballistics Sciences, Geo–Celestial Survey &.

Graduation, Bachelor Of Arts In Statistics & Economics

Activities and Societies: Study of National & International Affairs, Geography, Arabic and Military Art & Science. House Senior Riding &.

Higher Secondry School Certificate, Pre-Engineering, A

Activities and Societies: Cultural and historical visits. Participated in a number of productive and learning activities. As class leader.

Master Of Laws (Llm), International Law And Legal Studies, A

Activities and Societies: International Law Forum. A comprehensive postgraduate degree in law covering most important aspects of law..

Doctor Of Philosophy - Phd, Information Security

Activities and Societies: National Laboratory of Cyber Security Auditing Courses Completed: 1. Malware Analysis & Reverse Engineering 2..