Alistair Dsouza, Assistant Manager - ICT Infrastructure

Alistair Dsouza

Assistant Manager - ICT Infrastructure

Better Homes LLC

Location
United Arab Emirates
Education
Diploma, Sofware Engeneering
Experience
18 years, 4 Months

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Work Experience

Total years of experience :18 years, 4 Months

Assistant Manager - ICT Infrastructure at Better Homes LLC
  • United Arab Emirates - Dubai
  • My current job since March 2013

- Responsible for the handling the IT requirements of over 400 users, working closely with the business to understand their needs and ensuring firms IT systems are available with the highest possible uptime
- Accurately identifying data, systems and IT opportunities and requirements of the organization while also chartering an implementation plan to align all IT processes
- Developing and implementing ICT policies and procedures and ensuring the smooth execution of work processes as per the procedures
- Planning, testing and implementing changes and upgrades in accordance with the needs of the business
- Implementing and managing a host of IT systems including Windows 2003/2008/2012 Server Family products, Avigilon CCTV systems, ESET NOD32 antivirus using Eset Remote Admin Console and SONOS system
- Proactively setting up and administering VPN connectivity between corporate and the branch offices using Draytek Vigor router 2800/2900 series and Fortigate 200D
- Reviewing contracts for services and proficiently managing third party suppliers delivering IT systems and equipment, and server support
- Exploring and evaluating new IT trends and emerging products as well as suggesting improvements for workflow and processes used within the firm

System Administrator at Better Homes LLC
  • United Arab Emirates - Dubai
  • July 2006 to February 2013

• Administer Microsoft Windows Servers (Active Directory), Microsoft Workstations, and network security devices
• Setup and maintain file, application and print servers
• Installing, configuring and troubleshooting Windows Server 2003 R2, Windows 7, Vista and XP
• Deploying updates, service packs and hot fixes using WSUS
• Setup and monitor VPN connectivity between Main office to Branch Offices using Draytek Vigor router 2800/2900 series and Fortigate 200D
• Handling Mitel IP Telephony related concerns (phone name extension change, installation of IP phone request and voicemail configuration)
• Deploying ESET NOD32 antivirus using Eset Remote Admin Console
• CCTV installation and maintenance
• Installing, configuring, troubleshooting, backup and restore of all local and remote server using Symantec Backup Exec 2010
• Provide day-to-day hardware/software/network support for 350+ end users
• Assisted in the migration of the email system from MS Exchange server to Google Apps email using Google Email Uploader and Google Sync.
• Provides support for mobile users

Desktop Support at EMIRATES COMPUTER
  • United Arab Emirates
  • December 2005 to March 2006

• Replacement of 800 old Compaq and Dell Machines with new Dell Optiplex GX520.
• Restoration of Data in new machines for all users
• Configuration of Email Accounts
• Removing the old Machines and adding the new machines to DOHMS Domain.
• Adding the Network Printers for the users.

IT Co-ordinator at RE/MAX UNLIMITED
  • United Arab Emirates
  • July 2005 to September 2005

• Uploading data, as well as updating the Company’s Website
• Maintaining Free Hold Property Data Base
• Configuring and maintaining Internet Email Clients
• Trouble Shooting Network
• Configure and Maintain File, Printer of Fax Server
• Trouble Shooting PABX System, Printer, Fax and other Equipment
• End User Support
• Handle all telecommunication issues
• Creating Company Profile, Presentations, using Power Point, Photoshop, Illustrator and Swishmax

Education

Diploma, Sofware Engeneering
  • at Zenith Computer Training
  • December 2006
Diploma, Hardware Engeneering
  • at Zenith Computer Training
  • December 2003

Specialties & Skills

IP Networking
Google Apps
Hardware
Microsoft Windows
Microsoft Servers
IP CCTV
Eset Remote Administrator
Microsoft Client/Server Specialist
The Sonos System
Google Apps for Business
Fortigate UTM

Languages

English
Expert
Hindi
Intermediate

Training and Certifications

ITIL Foundation Certificate in IT Service Management (Certificate)
Date Attended:
November 2013
Valid Until:
January 9999
PMP - Project Management Professional (Training)
Training Institute:
Formatech
Date Attended:
April 2014
Duration:
35 hours

Hobbies

  • Travelling