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Jalal Awawdeh, IT Manager

Jalal Awawdeh

IT Manager·Oil Support Services

Saudi Arabia

Bachelor's degree, Computer Science

Work experience

Total years of experience: 12 years, 2 months

IT Manager

January 2021 - Present

Oil Support Services

Dammam, Saudi Arabia

January 2021 - Present

•Spearhead the end-to-end IT strategy and operations for a portfolio of 5 companies, including security and cash-in-transit firms, serving over 1000+ end-users.
•Led the digital transformation roadmap by successfully migrating the entire group to Odoo ERP v15.0; customized key modules (HR, Finance, Payroll), resulting in an estimated 50% increase in cross-departmental process efficiency.
•Designed, implemented, and currently maintain secure, high-availability network infrastructures for banking and cash center clients, ensuring 100% compliance with SAMA security standards and regulations.

Achieved 100% compliance with SAMA audits, with zero non-conformities reported across multiple review cycles.
•Manage an annual IT budget, optimizing spend on hardware, software, and vendor contracts without compromising on quality or security.
•Recruited, trained, and currently mentor a high-performing IT team, fostering a culture of proactive support and continuous improvement.
•Architected and enforced a comprehensive disaster recovery and business continuity plan, including automated backup systems, minimizing potential downtime.
•Provide executive-level technical consultation to senior management, influencing key business decisions and technology investments.

Company industry:
Oil & Gas
Job role:
Oil and Gas

IT Engineer

May 2018 - October 2020

China Petroleum Pipeline Engineering Co. Ltd.

Khobar, Saudi Arabia

May 2018 - October 2020

• Orchestrated site connectivity and robust Layer 2 network integration for the critical Saudi Aramco Free Flow Pipelines Systems project, serving as the primary technical liaison with Internet Service Providers (ISPs).
• Secured project infrastructure by configuring and managing enterprise firewall policies and access controls.
• Ensured high availability and seamless operation of critical IT systems, including file servers and network services, minimizing downtime for project users.
• Streamlined IT procurement and asset management, coordinating with the procurement department to secure necessary hardware and managing corporate mobile assets (SIM cards).

Company industry:
Oil & Gas
Job role:
Oil and Gas

IT Support Specialist

May 2018 - May 2019

Arkad Engineering & Construction

Khobar, Saudi Arabia

May 2018 - May 2019

• Delivered senior-level IT operational support for multiple Saudi Aramco projects (MGS, Fadhili), ensuring network reliability and performance.
• Led the configuration, installation, and troubleshooting of complex network equipment, VoIP systems (Cisco, Yealink), and heavy-duty printers.
• Trained and guided junior IT support staff across different remote site locations, enhancing team capability and response times.

Company industry:
Oil & Gas
Job role:
Oil and Gas

Customer Service Representative

May 2015 - December 2016

Extensya Liberation, Transformation

Irbid, Jordan

May 2015 - December 2016

• Resolving customer's questions about their orders they bought.
• Take proper care of customers & answer all their questions to help them Get the most out of the company's services.
• Communicate with customers who have escalated issues to determine.
• Beneficial resolution & ensure timely follow-up to verify that complaints have been addressed and satisfied.

Company industry:
Call Centers & Customer Care Outsourcing
Job role:
Customer Service and Call Center

IT Support

January 2006 - June 2008

Renno For Computer Services

Irbid, Jordan

January 2006 - June 2008

• Installing and maintaining computer hardware
• Installing operating systems and software.
• Installing and configuring CCTV systems

Company industry:
IT Services
Job role:
Information Technology

Education

Irbid National University

February 2016

February 2016

Bachelor's degree, Computer Science

Jordan

GPA (percentage): 81.4%

GPA (percentage): 81.4%

Comprehensive studies covering programming languages, software engineering, database management systems, computer networks, operating systems, algorithms, and data structures. Developed strong skills in problem-solving, system analysis, and application development through academic projects, labs, and research. Coursework also included information security, web technologies, and project management, providing both theoretical knowledge and practical experience to design, implement, and optimize technology solutions.

Skills

Leadership

Expert

Governance

Expert

IT Transformation

Expert

Budgeting

Expert

Project Management

Expert

IT Governance

Expert

IT Strategic Planning

Expert

Budgeting (CAPEX/OPEX)

Expert

Vendor & Stakeholder Management

Expert

Digital Transformation

Expert

Team Leadership & Mentoring

Expert

SAMA Compliance

Expert

Network Design (LAN/WAN)

Expert

ATM Security Systems

Expert

Odoo Implementation & Customization

Expert

Full Project Lifecycle Management

Expert

Languages

Arabic

Native Speaker

English

Intermediate

Training and Certifications

Training
Advanced Maintenance Certificate
Baynonah for Technology and Information
Computer and Software Certificate
Baynonah for Technology and Information
Cisco Certified Network Associate Routing & Switching (CCNA).
Networkat
NCA Networkat Certified Associate. (CCNA, MCSA & CCNA Security).
Networkat Center
Network Security Professional – NSE4
Pri-Egypt Center

Hobbies and interests

Reading