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Mahmoud Talaat

Mahmoud Talaat

Cairo

Summary

Adaptable individual with passion for IT innovation. Demonstrates targeted troubleshooting and issues resolution skills. Collaborates with multi-disciplinary teams to share knowledge and achieve results.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

IT Manager

The Egyptian British International Schools
05.2023 - 05.2024
  • Established a robust IT service management framework based on industry standards such as ITIL, driving quality improvements and operational excellence.
  • Promoted collaboration between cross-functional teams by integrating disparate systems into unified platforms for improved communication and workflow efficiency.
  • Championed employee training initiatives focused on enhancing technical skills and promoting best practices across the organization.
  • Enhanced IT infrastructure security with regular vulnerability assessments and proactive patch management.
  • Conducted regular performance evaluations to identify areas for improvement and develop targeted action plans for continuous enhancement of IT services.
  • Oversaw technology budget planning and allocation to optimize resource utilization while meeting organizational objectives.
  • Reduced downtime by promptly addressing hardware and software issues, ensuring minimal impact on business operations.
  • Led a skilled IT team in providing exceptional technical support, fostering a collaborative environment that promoted professional growth.

Field IT section head

Scimitar production Egypt Ltd (SPEL)
02.2017 - 05.2023
  • Produced comprehensive management reports across IT systems for continued analysis and evaluation.
  • Handled group cybersecurity, regularly reviewing and upgrading measures through bespoke improvement programmes.
  • Managed office phone lines and desktop phones, enabling high-performing conference and meeting room technologies.
  • Carried out system builds, reviews and general administration to consistently maximise platform potential.
  • Ensured IT licenses were consistently managed and updated for continued company compliance.
  • Integrated new business systems swiftly and accurately, building momentum for technical project opportunities.
  • Governed all levels of IT compliance, ensuring thorough data security and GDPR operations.
  • Developed and implemented effective IT strategy to meet company infrastructure demands.
  • Closely managed department budgets and forecasts to optimise IT services against financial targets.
  • Communicated complex IT concepts to technical and non-technical audiences for complete comprehension.
  • Deployed configuration and software using expertise in mobile device management.
  • Created and delivered tailored roadmaps, enhancing company technical capabilities and performance levels.
  • Quality assured external support services and vendors to maintain service standards.
  • Coordinated resources to deliver excellent business and customer services.
  • Delivered IT and Data services within agreed SLAs for full department compliance.
  • Resolved Windows and MacOS issues through proactive Service Desk management.
  • Controlled data, reporting and technology for available, secure system use.
  • Worked flexibly to meet out-of-hours IT coverage and disaster recovery.

Field senior IT support

Scimitar Production Egypt Ltd (SPEL)
02.2012 - 02.2017
  • Communicated ICT disruptions to staff regarding installations, upgrades and outages.
  • Entered comments to control system operation, verify functionality and detect errors.
  • Configured networks to meet performance requirements.
  • Maintained and repaired peripheral equipment connected to laptops and desktops.
  • Monitored computer system performance and intervened in identified problems.
  • Resolved service user requests within target timeframes.
  • Identified system performance issues, providing swift remedial action.

Field junior IT support

Scimitar Production Egypt Ltd (SPEL)
02.2009 - 02.2012
  • Enhanced company productivity and performance through strategic development of internal IT systems.
  • Managed new system installations for timely distribution and minimised disruption to productivity.
  • Facilitated server migrations and upgrades swiftly and accurately, aiding smooth-running IT operations.
  • Liaised with vendors and service providers to obtain cost-effective deals for technology purchases.
  • Provided business continuity through first-class IT support, liaising professionally with varied business users and technical teams.
  • Developed user manuals to provide written reference and convey information.
  • Created and implemented effective technical solutions, growing business capabilities in line with company targets.
  • Delivered server migrations and upgrades swiftly and accurately, aiding smooth-running IT operations.
  • Handled preventative and emergency maintenance across diverse technical systems and services for optimised company output.

Field helpdesk

Scimitar Production Egypt Ltd.
08.2007 - 02.2009
  • Performed recovery operations to restore systems following failures.
  • Conducted tactical troubleshooting to identify faults.
  • Set up new workstations for users with proper cables, equipment and software.
  • Resolved service user requests within target timeframes.
  • Upgraded hardware promptly to minimise service disruptions.
  • Entered comments to control system operation, verify functionality and detect errors.
  • Followed user guides and technical manuals to complete skilled repairs.
  • Installed new hardware and software to meet system specifications and user needs.
  • Investigated reports of system errors to try to reproduce problems and trace faults.
  • Backed up servers regularly to reduce data loss.
  • Kept detailed records of new installations and related licenses.
  • Configured networks to meet performance requirements.
  • Monitored computer system performance and intervened in identified problems.
  • Kept computer hardware in excellent working condition through regular maintenance and inspections.

Education

Bachelor degree - Management information systems

Alson Academy
Cairo, Egypt

Skills

  • System integration
  • Supplier management
  • Cybersecurity
  • Systems management
  • IT infrastructure
  • IT licensing
  • IT strategy
  • Data migration

Certification

  • ITIL
  • Network + support skills (G005)
  • Mcsa
  • Ccna
  • A+
  • L+
  • N+
  • Microsoft deploying windows server 2008 (6418)
  • Microsoft installing and configuring windows 7 (M6292)
  • Microsoft installing and configuring windows server 2012 (M20410)
  • Administering windows server 2012 (20411D)

Timeline

IT Manager

The Egyptian British International Schools
05.2023 - 05.2024

Field IT section head

Scimitar production Egypt Ltd (SPEL)
02.2017 - 05.2023

Field senior IT support

Scimitar Production Egypt Ltd (SPEL)
02.2012 - 02.2017

Field junior IT support

Scimitar Production Egypt Ltd (SPEL)
02.2009 - 02.2012

Field helpdesk

Scimitar Production Egypt Ltd.
08.2007 - 02.2009

Bachelor degree - Management information systems

Alson Academy
  • ITIL
  • Network + support skills (G005)
  • Mcsa
  • Ccna
  • A+
  • L+
  • N+
  • Microsoft deploying windows server 2008 (6418)
  • Microsoft installing and configuring windows 7 (M6292)
  • Microsoft installing and configuring windows server 2012 (M20410)
  • Administering windows server 2012 (20411D)
Mahmoud Talaat