Hamoud Almarzougi

Led the IT Asset Management team, ensuring optimal utilization and compliance of IT assets throughout their lifecycle while also leading the Datacenter Operations Team, driving significant improvements in operational efficiency and compliance.

IT Asset Management Team:
• Implemented IT governance frameworks, aligning with organizational policies and industry standards to enhance operational efficiency.
• Coordinated with cross-functional teams to streamline infrastructure operations, improving service delivery and response times.

Datacenter Operations Team:
• Ensured 24/7 data center availability by managing critical environmental controls and vendor SLAs.
• Planned and executed infrastructure upgrades, optimizing storage, compute, and network capabilities.
• Developed compliance protocols, achieving 100% adherence to regulatory requirements during audits.
• Spearheaded cross-departmental audits, aligning operations with national frameworks for enhanced governance.

Key Highlights:
• Directed mission-critical data center operations, achieving 99.9% uptime across national platforms and supervising capacity upgrades on Compute, Storage and Network & Security infrastructures.
• Owned & executed a full data center migration, expanding capacity across two facilities while ensuring business continuity and disaster recovery readiness in line with ISO 27001.
• Appointed as custodian of public funds for IT asset inventory, serving as a committee member for asset decommissioning and disposal, ensuring transparency and compliance with financial regulations.
• Contributed to strategic decisions within the DC team, expanding and migration to extra facility for disaster recovery.

• Performed IT & data center control reviews under ISO 27001 and supported financial audits for fixed assets and e-payment systems.
• Contributed to IT risk assessments and prepared evidence-based audit findings for enterprise clients.
• Collaborated with senior auditors in delivering compliance reports to stakeholders.
• Planned and executed comprehensive audits focusing on information security and change management.
• Evaluated IT controls to ensure effective risk mitigation across business processes.
• Developed strong client relationships, enhancing collaboration with senior management.

• Developed the first IT infrastructure for Yoko Transport, establishing a secure data room with network and compute environments.
• Coordinated vendor and contractual agreements to ensure seamless project execution.
• Enhanced operational efficiency by implementing robust security measures, contributing to a safer e-commerce platform.

• Advised SMEs and startups on CRM/ERP adoption, workflows, and process documentation, enhancing decision making and operational visibility.
• Developed academic and professional projects in systems analysis, database design, and IT governance, directly supporting client and educational needs.
• Provided consulting on productivity platforms (MS Office, Google Workspace) and asset-tracking solutions, enabling small businesses to digitize operations.

• Established and scaled a cross-border logistics & commercial services business (transportation, marketing, customs clearance) serving 50+ corporate clients across GCC and Egypt.
• Negotiated and managed vendor/service contracts exceeding SAR 5M, ensuring timely delivery and compliance with customs regulations.
• Implemented IT-enabled fleet tracking and client record systems, improving operational efficiency and driving 30% annual revenue growth.

• Delivered over 30 construction projects (residential, commercial, smart homes), integrating low-current systems (CCTV, access control, automation).
• Secured government and private tenders worth SAR 10M+, increasing project win rate by 25% through competitive proposals and BOQ management.
• Directed teams of 20-30 engineers, technicians, and subcontractors, ensuring project milestones, quality standards, and client satisfaction.