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Ahmed Gharib

IT Section Head

Summary

Experienced Information Network Administrator well-versed in infrastructure, security planning and daily operations management. Forward-thinking and strategic leader with 7 years of experience in GAS industry. Recognized for cost-effective system improvements, operational streamlining and positive leadership style.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
3
3
Languages

Work History

IT Section Head

TAQA ARABIA
Suez
01.2019 - Current
  • Developed and led large-scale technology initiatives for long-term strategic plans and solutions.
  • Resolve the tickets with manageengine IT helpdesk (ITIL) Service Desk.
  • Providing Remote Support by Answer the calls and WhatsApp (First Line support) for Dubai, Nigeria, Senegal, and Egypt Branches 24/7.
  • Led Development and implementation of information technology policies and standards for a 600-person office, including creation of an IT Help Desk to reduce calls and tickets to the IT Officer from 500 per month to
  • Managing company VPN, Firewall (FortiGate - Sophos), internet, network, servers, CCTV, DHCP, DNS, Active Directory in Egypt.
  • Monitoring The Company Security with Monitoring (Sophos Endpoint - ESET).
  • San Storage administrator - (Set up accounts and workstations).
  • Build an internal Network and Wi-Fi with technical documentation, manuals, and IT policies.
  • Ensure proper Backup of all business related, (Veaam - veritas).
  • Created long-range IT plan to support projected growth and requirements for added capacity.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.

IT Senior Officer

TAQA ARABIA
Suez
04.2014 - 01.2019
  • Managed network and system performance, conducting troubleshooting, security patching, and maintenance.
  • Oversaw IT department operations and training.
  • Led technology selection and rollout, focusing on organizational planning and supplier service-level agreements.
  • Developed and implemented measures and procedures to protect IT systems from cyber threats and data breaches.
  • Customized and repaired technology based on staff requests.
  • Created and terminated user's accounts from start to finish in business applications.
  • Coordinated IT operations activities to deliver smooth flow of daily business needs.
  • Communicated with executive team and CEO to maximize development efficiencies and resolve technology issues.
  • Analyzed network security and current infrastructure to assess areas in need of improvement and develop solutions.

Network Administrator

Atlantic Marien Suez Branch
Suez
01.2011 - 04.2014
  • Identified and immediately resolved issues with network devices.
  • Maintained network hardware and software and monitored network to support network availability to end users.
  • Performed day-to-day LAN and WAN administration, maintenance, and support.
  • Supported project planning team to promptly address hardware and software problems and network emergencies.
  • Managing company VPN, Firewall (Fortigate), internet, Network and Wi-Fi, servers, CCTV, DNS, DHCP, Active directory for all branches (24 branch) and HQ.
  • Installing Fingerprint Machines and configure Time attendance software for 24 Store and HQ with rolling Fingerprint for more than 750 Employees.
  • Installed, configured and supported local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN) and Internet system.
  • Managed data backups and disaster recovery operations to comply with business continuity initiatives.

Help Desk Support Specialist

Egypt Network Co.
Cairo
02.2009 - 07.2010
  • Responded to support requests from end-users and patiently walked individuals through basic troubleshooting tasks.
  • Provided Tier 1 IT support to non-technical internal users through desk side support services.
  • Installed, modified, and repaired software and hardware to resolve technical issues.
  • Configured hardware, devices, and software to set up work stations for employees.
  • Patched software and installed new versions to eliminate security problems and protect data.
  • Broke down and evaluated user problems, using test scripts, personal expertise, and probing questions.
  • Configured hardware and granted system permissions to new employees.
  • Logged activities in tracking system to maintain accurate, timely records.

Education

Bachelor of Social Science - Social Psychology

Helwan University
Helwan City
06.2012 - 2012.06

Skills

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Certification

MCSA

Software

MDM ( Mobile Management )

Sophos Endpoint

SCCM

Timeline

IT Section Head

TAQA ARABIA
01.2019 - Current

VSphere 5.0

11-2014

IT Senior Officer

TAQA ARABIA
04.2014 - 01.2019

CCNA

03-2013

MCSA

01-2013

Bachelor of Social Science - Social Psychology

Helwan University
06.2012 - 2012.06

Network Administrator

Atlantic Marien Suez Branch
01.2011 - 04.2014

Help Desk Support Specialist

Egypt Network Co.
02.2009 - 07.2010
Ahmed GharibIT Section Head