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wissam altahhan

IT Manager at Basra Multipurpose Terminal, TiL Iraq

Basrah, Iraq

Work Experience

  • IT ManagerFull Time

    Basra Multipurpose Terminal, TiL Iraq

    Jan 2023 - Present -2 yrs, 6 months

    Iraq , Basrah

    • Job Details:• Set the strategic direction for the IT department, defining objectives and building the IT roadmap. • Allocate budgets and determine IT plans to support organizational goals. • Establish and control departmental goals and workflows. • Conduct in-depth studies of IT processes, identifying methods and products for optimization. • Ensure that documentation on IT operation processes and improvements was regularly updated. • Assist IT section heads in maintaining and achieving IT Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). • Build and manage an IT hierarchy, mentoring a diverse team of IT professionals. • Conduct training programs and workshops for IT staff to enhance their skills and knowledge. • Ensure all team members adhered to Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies and instructions to maintain a safe work environment. • Design, develop, and implement systems, policies, procedures, and best practice manuals. • Analyze departmental needs, identify vulnerabilities, and implement measures to boost productivity, efficiency, and accuracy. • Control the performance of information technology systems, making recommendations for improvement. • Conduct annual penetration tests to ensure the security of all IT systems. • Conduct regular internal IT systems audits to assess performance and ensure compliance. • Ensure the security of data, network access, and backup systems. • Maintain system integrity, guarding against breaches and viruses, and played an essential role in risk-mitigation planning.
  • IT Chief (Deputy IT Manager)Full Time

    Basra Multipurpose Terminal, TiL Iraq

    Jun 2017 - Dec 2022 -5 yrs, 6 months

    Iraq , Basrah

    • Job Details:• Lead and manage a team responsible for network and infrastructure operations, ensuring effective collaboration and coordination among team members. • Collaborate closely with the IT Manager to align goals, strategies, and operational activities, ensuring a cohesive approach to IT management. • Design, establish, and maintain a robust network infrastructure for LAN/WAN connectivity and remote access, enabling seamless and secure communication within and outside the organization. • Design, establish, configure, and maintain a high-performing server infrastructure using Microsoft Windows Server and ESXi, ensuring the reliability and efficiency of IT systems. • Responsible for the organization's email server, utilizing MS Office 365 and Windows Azure to maintain a secure and reliable email communication platform. • Manage critical components of the IT infrastructure, including the VOIP system (Elastix), CCTV systems, and UPS units, ensuring their proper functioning and reliability. • Analyze reports received from IT supervisors and the IT team, utilizing insights to identify areas for improvement and optimize IT operations, resulting in enhanced efficiency and effectiveness.
  • IT AdministratorFull Time

    Talisman Energy for Oil and Gas services

    Jun 2015 - May 2017 -1 yr, 11 months

    • Network and Telecommunication AdministratorFull Time

      Bank of Jordan Syria

      Sep 2010 - May 2015 -4 yrs, 8 months

      • Education

        • Master's Degree in IT Governance

          International Business Academy of Switzerland (IBAS)

          Jan 2022 - Jan 2024 - 2 yr

        • Master's Degree in International Business

          International Business Academy of Switzerland (IBAS)

          Jan 2021 - Jan 2023 - 2 yr

        • Bachelor's Degree in Bachelor Degree in Information Technology

          Damascus University

          Jan 2014 

        Achievements

        14 years of experience in diverse industries including Ports, Oil & Gas, Banking, and IT solutions. Expertise in network/systems administration, project management, and cybersecurity. Dual master's degree holder with a strong track record in leading teams and managing complex IT projects. Possesses a comprehensive set of professional certifications, including PMP, CISA, CCNA R&S, CCNA Security, CCNP R&S, MCSA, and MCSE. Proven track record of successfully completing over 50 IT projects, encompassing end-to-end responsibilities from planning to evaluation. Displays exceptional leadership skills as a team lead, driving initiatives such as network and server infrastructure implementation, establishment of disaster recovery sites, customization of Microsoft Dynamics AX ERP system, and datacenter setup.

        Skills

        • Computer Engineering
        • Computer Science
        • Information Technology (IT)
        • Cybersecurity
        • Microsoft Azure
        • Microsoft Active Directory
        • Cisco CCNA
        • Cisco CCNP
        • MCSA
        • MCSE
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        Languages

        • Arabic

          Fluent
        • English

          Fluent

        Training & Certifications

        • CISA

          ISACA·2023
        • PMP

          PMI·2020
        • CCNP Enterprise

          CISCO·2018
        • CCNP Enterprise Core

          CISCO·2018
        • MCSA

          Microsoft·2018
        • MCSE

          Microsoft·2018
        • CCNA Security

          CISCO·2018
        • CCNA Enterprise

          CISCO·2014
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