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karim Atef

IT Infrastructure Section Head / Technology Team Lead / SAP HCM/SF Consultant

Nasr City, Cairo, Egypt

Work Experience

  • IT Infrastructure Section Head / Technology Team LeadFull Time

    Communico Ai

    Sep 2021 - Present -3 yrs, 9 months

    Saudi Arabia , Riyadh

    • Job Details:▪ Administer Microsoft Azure Cloud Computing Services and manage Microsoft 365 email solutions. ▪ Design and implement virtual cloud computing environments, including Microsoft Azure, Leaseweb, Contabo Cloud VPS, and IONOS. ▪ Deploy and manage VMware products, including ESXi 7 and 8, vSphere, and vCenter. ▪ Administration of SUSE Linux Enterprise, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, and Ubuntu operating systems. ▪ Manage cloud storage solutions and execute backup plans, as well as disaster recovery strategies. ▪ Configure and administer FortiGate Firewalls, FortiSwitches, and FortiAnalyzers to ensure network security. ▪ Troubleshoot and resolve user-reported issues to maintain operational efficiency
  • IT Infrastructure Section Head / Technology Team Lead / SAP HCM/SF ConsultantFull Time

    Arabia Holding

    Aug 2019 - Oct 2021 -2 yrs, 2 months

    Egypt , Cairo

    • Job Details:➢ IT Responsibilities: ▪ Designed, implemented, and troubleshot Microsoft Windows Server environments, including Active Directory, File Server, and WSUS. ▪ Deployed and managed VMware products (ESXi 6.7 and 7, vSphere, and vCenter). ▪ Managed Dell EMC VxRail Hyperconverged Infrastructure and Dell EMC Data Domain Backup (DD6300). ▪ Administered Lenovo Servers (SR650, SR950) and Lenovo Storage (DS4200, 1224). ▪ Administered SUSE Linux Enterprise versions 12 and 15. ▪ Utilized Veeam for SAP S4/HANA and SQL Database backup. ▪ Configured and managed FortiGate Firewalls, FortiSwitches, and FortiAnalyzers. ▪ Administered Forcepoint Firewalls. ▪ Designed and deployed LAN and WAN networks. ▪ Monitored LAN and WAN performance, security, and issues using Cisco and HP Aruba switches and routers, including VLANs and WLAN. ➢ SAP Basis Responsibilities: ▪ Monitored system logs and managed the SAP system landscape, including the Transport Management System and troubleshooting. ▪ Performed database administration using SAP HANA Studio. ▪ Managed SAP HANA database backup and recovery processes. ▪ Provided support for SAP HANA database users, including database backup, recovery, and system log monitoring. ➢ SAP SuccessFactors / HCM Responsibilities: ▪ Managed configuration support for SAP HCM, including personnel administration, organization management, payroll, and time management. ▪ Troubleshot various issues within the SAP system, ensuring satisfactory client-facing solutions. ▪ Worked on Egypt payroll localization and configured wage types. ▪ Implemented Employee Central and Employee Central Payroll solutions. ▪ Defined business requirements and conducted fit-gap analyses between client needs and standard SuccessFactors Employee Central solutions. ▪ Facilitated integration between People Profiles and Employee Central. ▪ Configured the home page and personalized instances with various portlets, including company logos, theme management, and password policies in SuccessFactors. ▪ Created reports and managed workflows and business rules.
  • Senior System Administrator / Technology Team LeadFull Time

    ELSALLAB

    Apr 2014 - Aug 2019 -5 yrs, 4 months

    Egypt , Cairo

    • Job Details:➢ IT Responsibilities: ▪ Designed, implemented, and troubleshot Microsoft Windows Server environments, including Active Directory and File Server. ▪ Deployed and managed VMware products (ESXi 6.7, vSphere, and vCenter). ▪ Managed IBM servers and ensured their optimal performance. ▪ Managed server backup operations using Veeam, Veritas, and Acronis. ▪ Administered FortiGate firewalls for network security. ▪ Configured MikroTik devices, including firewalls, hotspots, bandwidth load balancing, and backup scripts. ▪ Provided support for LANs, WANs, network segments, and internet connectivity. ▪ Maintained system efficiency and review logs. ▪ Ensured system design of system that allows all components to work properly together. ▪ Troubleshot user-reported issues to enhance operational efficiency. ▪ Recommended future upgrades based on system performance evaluations. ▪ Monitored networks to ensure security and availability for designated users. ▪ Assigned routing protocols and routing table configuration. ▪ Managed DVR configurations and maintenance. ▪ Provided support for desktops, laptops, printers, phones, personal digital assistants, and smartphones. ▪ Executed backup plans and disaster recovery strategies ➢ Administration ERP System ▪ Managed SAP ECC database support for users, including database backup and recovery. ▪ Monitored system logs for optimal performance and troubleshooting. ▪ Managed the SAP system landscape, including the Transport Management System. ▪ Installed, configured, and backed up Oracle Database 11g (server and client). ▪ Provided support for SQL Server database users, including backup and recovery operations.
  • Education

    • LAW in LAW

      Cairo University (CU)

      Jan 2008 - Jan 2012 - 4 yr

    • High School - Thanaweya Amma

      Ismail al-Qabbani

      Jan 2008 

    Achievements

    Pursuing a leadership role in IT infrastructure and ERP systems management that aligns with my ambitions and enables me to leverage my advanced expertise in cloud computing, enterprise resource planning, and network security. I am committed to spearheading the development and deployment of innovative IT solutions that enhance operational efficiency, ensure secure and scalable infrastructures, and strategically support organizations in their digital transformation efforts, while sharing the knowledge and experience I have gained through education and hands-on execution of various IT operations and ERP projects

    Skills

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    Languages

    • Arabic

      Fluent
    • English

      Intermediate

    Training & Certifications

    • Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Foundations 2020 Certified Associate

      Oracle·2020
    • ICSI CNSS Certified Network Security Specialist

      ICSI·2020
    • FortiGate Essentials

      Fortinet·2020
    • Evolution of Cybersecurity

      Fortinet·2020
    • The Threat Landscape

      Fortinet·2020
    • NSE 1 Network Security Associate

      Fortinet·2020
    • NSE 2 Network Security Associate

      Fortinet·2020
    • Microsoft® Certified Solutions Expert: Cloud Platform and Infrastructure

      Microsoft·2017
    • Microsoft® Certified Solutions Associate

      Microsoft® Certified Solutions Associate·2017
    • Microsoft Certified Professional

      Microsoft Certified Professional·2016
    • Diploma In Strategic Planning

      Ibrahim Elfiky International Enterprises Inc.·2016
    • Neuro-Linguistic Programming Diploma

      Ibrahim Elfiky International Enterprises Inc.·2016
    • Qualification For The job Market

      Ibrahim Elfiky International Enterprises Inc.·2016
    • Training of Trainers (TOT)

      Ibrahim Elfiky International Enterprises Inc.·2016
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