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Dubai, Ae

Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Emirate, Ae

Dubai, Ae

 Led the IT strategy and operations for MoveOne, a network of over 900 users in 53 offices across 43 countries with 30 IT staffs + outsourced team around the world. Successfully implemented Global ERP (Dynamics 365) and Power BI across 450+ users, driving data-driven decision-making. Reduced global data centers from 12 to 2, adopting a Cloud Mix Model and cutting annual costs by $2.2M. Enabled remote work for over 900 employees during the COVID-19 lockdown by deploying cloud-based VPN solutions. Led GDPR compliance and ISO 27001/SOC2 certifications, enhancing the organization’s security posture. Directed the development of in-house CRM and mobile applications, boosting customer engagement and digital presence.

Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, Ae

 Led the IT strategy and operations for Emirates Future, a network of over 600+ computer users, 24 offices/Farms and restaurants in 12 countries with 15 IT staffs + outsourced team around the world. Led a Global ERP (AX 2012 R3) and Power BI implementation for 600+ users with a budget of $1.5M. Migrated over 600 users to Office 365, ensuring seamless communication and collaboration. Established a Disaster Recovery Site for major data centers in UAE and Jordan, improving business continuity.

Dubai, Ae

 Led the IT strategy and operations for Super-Max, a network of over 900+ computer users, 19 offices/warehouses and 5 factories with 13 IT staffs + outsourced team around the world. Reduced communication costs by $46,000/month through in-house VOIP solutions. Slashed manual processes by 47%, resulting in significant cost savings and improved operational efficiency. Implemented SAP ECC 6.1 ERP for factories in India, Bangladesh, and Mexico, streamlining manufacturing processes.

Marseille, Provence-Alpes-Cote D'Azur, Fr

 Managed the IT strategy and operations for CEVA MENA Region, a network of over 500+ users, 16 offices/warehouses and 8 IT Staffs + outsourced team. Led IT infrastructure projects that generated approximately €25M in annual revenue for major clients. Implemented Oracle EBS ERP and WMS solutions, improving supply chain efficiency. Reduced global data centers from 12 to 2, resulting in annual savings of $2.2M. Spearheaded GDPR compliance and achieved ISO 27001 and SOC2 certifications. Successfully led a $2.3M ERP implementation for 450+ users in 43 countries. Delivered AI-driven analytics and Power BI dashboards, improving decision-making across business units. Reduced operational costs by 25% through WAN re-engineering and process automation.

Dubai, Dubai, Ae

 Managed the DHL-DANZAS Jebel Ali operation, a network of over 300+ users, 7 offices/warehouses and 5 IT Staffs. Managed a gamut of IT activities including infrastructure, application, budget, asset, change management, network and system security, quality assurance, help-desk management, service level management and network/system administration.Managed a gamut of IT activities including infrastructure, application, budget, asset, change management, network and system security, quality assurance, help-desk management, service level management and network/system administration.

Maintained a network of around 60 systems with servers as well as provided online and onsite support to users and clients.Set up the network for clients including router configuration, network cabling and domain setup.Installed and configured new computers, upgrades to existing hardware including hard drivers, CD-ROMS, NICs, Sound Cards, Modems, RAM, Printer, Scanner, etc.

The responsibilities were to take theory and practical classes for the MCSE students, Maintaining a network of 25 PC on the Windows NT Platform, Conducting Seminars on various Systems and Network Topics, Designing and implementing the network for the upcoming branches, Administration of Networks. Trouble shooting the various Network related problems.

Master’S Degree

It Management & It Governance

It Service Management

Project Management

Pmp, Project Management

C.C.N.A, Network And System Administration/Administrator

Acep.Net, Computer Software Engineering

Mcse, Network And System Administration/Administrator

Mcp+I, Network And System Administration/Administrator

Mcp, Network And System Administration/Administrator

Master Of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Information Technology

Be, Computer Engineering

12Th Grade, Maths Science