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Germin Fouad Abouel Atta

CIO/IT Director / IT Consultant/ Digital Transformation

Shorouk City, Cairo, Egypt

Work Experience

  • Chief Information OfficerFull Time

    The British University In Egypt

    Sep 2021 - Present -3 yrs, 10 months

    Egypt , Cairo

    • Job Details:Responsible for the Digital Transformation of the university and overseeing the information technology department’s resources and staff. Also responsible for the implementation of new systems and networks to improve and maintain the university’s internal technology processes to maximize efficiency through the use of automated systems.
  • Chief Information OfficerFull Time

    Credit Guarantee Egypt

    May 2017 - Sep 2021 -4 yrs, 4 months

    Egypt , Cairo

    • Job Details:- Restructure the IT Dept. (Organization, policies, procedures, operation, staff, NW infrastructure, Connectivity..) - Implement IT Governance in compliance with ISO20000 (and certification) - Implement ISO27000 (and Certification) - Disaster Recovery Site - DR Strategy and IT Risk Management - Strategic planning and budgeting
  • IT DirectorFull Time

    Misr International University

    Jul 2000 - Present -25 yrs

    Egypt , Cairo

    • Job Details:Role Purpose within MIU is to develop world class IT capabilities for supporting the MIU business areas, implementing IT based processes and systems and promote innovative IT based solutions for MIU. As an IT Director my role was to formulate and integrate IT Department strategy with the business strategy and to ensure that IT Department operation is in alignment with the business objectives of the institution. Also my role was to unite all areas of IT service provision towards the aim of delivering value to the business. • Implement agreed strategies and associated plans • Establish IT departmental goals, objectives, strategies, and operating procedures. • Identify opportunities for the appropriate and cost-effective investment of financial resources in IT systems and resources, including staffing, sourcing, purchasing, and in-house development. • Develop, track, and control the information technology annual operating and capital budgets and keeping control of business expenditure. • Develop business case justifications and cost/benefit analyses for IT spending and initiatives. • Develop and maintain the University wide project management methodology, based on educational standards. • Develop, maintain and review the University project programs. Ensure projects are delivered on schedule that meets the agreed objectives and business needs. • In partnership with senior management team, identify areas of potential business development. Conduct appropriate research and feed into the strategy development process. • Direct development and execution of an enterprise-wide disaster recovery and business continuity plan • Be responsible for the management of IT and systems risks and ensure maximum system up time. • Performing routine audits of all IT systems and projects. • Lead the IT department and ensure that the staff is aligned with Senior University’s vision, mission, values and strategic priorities. • Managed the Information Technology function, providing leadership, coaching, encouraging teamwork and facilitating processes in order to achieve high performance standards and staff pride in performance and contribution. • Coached the IT team, clarifying goals, building resilience, stoking motivation, providing feedback, and align work with our strengths. • Formulate the Information Technology strategy, policies and procedures. • Maintain security of systems • As a Product Owner, successfully designed and implemented the major systems introducing online system for student information system (linking MIU different departments) also attendance systems, camera based system, data show reservation, room schedule system, IT asset and document control system, IT inventory system, helpdesk system, bookstore and Human resource system. • Approve, prioritize, and control projects and the project portfolio as they relate to the selection, acquisition, development, and installation of major information systems • Formulate and review hardware and software acquisition, maintenance contracts and service level agreements and pursue master agreements to capitalize on economies of scale. • Introduced new hardware, software, internet connections and video conferencing. • Supervise recruitment, development, retention, and organization of all IT staff in accordance with corporate budgetary objectives and personnel policies
  • IT ManagerFull Time

    Asia Brown Boveri ABB

    Dec 1992 - Jul 2000 -7 yrs, 7 months

    Egypt , Cairo

    • Job Details:IT Manger reporting to Regional and Country Manager Role Purpose was to develop an IT Department within ABB using different technology of that period. I have designed an IT department with network and support division through which I have constructed the network and support system introducing new technologies (internet, windows, office…) Implemented Lotus Notes, which is the official ABB communication system. Responsibilities: • Strengthening the IT infrastructure through implementing new technologies • Designing and implementing network infrastructure • Manage IT Budget and expenditure • Developing and maintaining the company IT systems, network, software and databases • Responsible for software and hardware installation and troubleshooting • Management of server software and associated backup routines • Managing the wired and wireless networks infrastructure including: firewalls, servers, routers and switches • Responsible for the recruitment and training of new staff
  • Education

    • Bsc. in Communication and Electronic Engineering

      Helwan University

      Jan 1985 - Jan 1989 - 4 yr

    • High School - Thanaweya Amma

      Maadi Canal School

      Jan 1985 

    Skills

    • Management
    • Strategy
    • Software Development and management
    • ITIL
    • Customer Service

    Languages

    • English

      Fluent

    Training & Certifications

    • MBA

      Jsulston-UK·2017
    • ITIL Master Qualification (Malc)

      Egybyte·2013
    • ITIL Master Qualification (Malc)

      Egybyte·2013
    • Agile Project Management Strategy and Analysis

      American Chamber in Egypt·2013
    • ITIL Service Life Cycle V3

      Egybyte·2012
    • ITIL Service Offerings and Agreements

      Egybyte·2012
    • ITIL Foundation

      Egybyte·2012
    • Project Management

      American Chamber in Egypt·2012
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