Wissam Altahhan, IT Manager

Wissam Altahhan

IT Manager

Basra Multipurpose Terminal

Lieu
Irak
Éducation
Master, Master of Business Administration
Expérience
13 years, 8 Mois

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Expériences professionnelles

Total des années d'expérience :13 years, 8 Mois

IT Manager à Basra Multipurpose Terminal
  • Irak - Bassorah
  • Je travaille ici depuis janvier 2023

• 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) à Basra Multipurpose Terminal
  • Irak - Bassorah
  • juin 2017 à décembre 2022

• 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 Administrator à Talisman Energy for Oil and Gas
  • Irak - Arbil
  • juillet 2015 à mai 2017

Responsibilities:
• IT support for Erbil office staff including PCs, printers, video conferencing, WIFI and mobile phones.
• Ensure security of data, network access and backup systems.
• Responsible for creating and administering disaster plans to keep company functional in the event of crisis.
• Manage and maintain local network like managing Cisco Routers, Switches and phones.
• Implements security improvements by assessing current situation; evaluating trends, etc.
• Manage and maintain Domain controller, Exchange Server, Database server and File server.
• Coordinate the resolution of incidents with Service desk staff located in Calgary, Canada
• Maintain an accurate inventory of Talisman IT equipment and coordinate with local suppliers.

Networks and Telecommunications Administrator à Bank of Jordan Syria
  • Syrie - Damas
  • septembre 2010 à mai 2015

- Responsibilities:
• Plan, design, map and implement network infrastructure.
• Plan, design, map, manage and install WAN/LAN/VoIP network devices.
• Manage, install, configure and maintain Cisco Routers, Switches and Firewalls.
• Manage, install, configure and maintain Cisco Unified Call Manager.
• Design, implement and monitor network connectivity between Bank’s HQ and other branches using E1 and ISDN circuits.
• Network management, monitoring and troubleshooting.
• Maintain and evaluate daily logs for all Cisco devices.
• Manage, maintain and checkup VPN connectivity with Bank of Jordan and Swift company.
• Manage VPN connectivity with CSC-Lebanon Co. for ATMs systems.
• Manage and implement GSM system for mobile communication.

Éducation

Master, Master of Business Administration
  • à VERN’ University
  • janvier 2024
Master, Master of Business Administration
  • à International Business Academy of Switzerland (IBAS)
  • juin 2023
Baccalauréat, Information Technology
  • à Damascus University
  • août 2014

Bachelor of Information Technology (BIT)

Diplôme, Network Engineer
  • à Damascus University
  • septembre 2010

Technical Computer College (TCC) “Network Section”

Specialties & Skills

Windows Server
Network Software
Network Hardware
Cisco Call Manager
administer a network, Firewalls, Routers, Switches, and communication systems
Experience of maintaining a VOIP telephony system
Cisco CallManager
Ability to configure and maintains Microsoft Windows Server 2003/2008, Active Directory 2003/2008,
Linux operating system
MS Office programs: Word, Excel and Power Point
Capable of WAN design with security, stability and scalability
Network monitoring software/SNMP
Data Centre experience - rack mounting equipment, cabling management
Network design and implementation (LAN/WAN)
Microsoft Windows (XP, Vista, win7, Server 2003 - 2008)

Langues

Arabe
Expert
Anglais
Moyen

Formation et Diplômes

PMP (Formation)
Institut de formation:
PMI
Date de la formation:
September 2020
CISA (Certificat)
Date de la formation:
June 2023
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) (Certificat)
Date de la formation:
June 2014
Valide jusqu'à:
June 2022
Microsoft Windows Vista Configuration (MCTS) (Certificat)
Date de la formation:
November 2009
Valide jusqu'à:
November 2009
Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) (Certificat)
Date de la formation:
November 2009
Valide jusqu'à:
November 2009
Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) (Certificat)
Date de la formation:
November 2009
Valide jusqu'à:
November 2009
Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) (Certificat)
Date de la formation:
February 2010
Valide jusqu'à:
February 2010
Microsoft Internet Security And Acceleration (MCTS : ISA Server “2006” Configuration) (Certificat)
Date de la formation:
February 2010
Valide jusqu'à:
February 2010
Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) (Certificat)
Date de la formation:
March 2010
Valide jusqu'à:
March 2010
CCNP Routing and Switching (Certificat)
Date de la formation:
February 2016
Valide jusqu'à:
June 2022
CCNA Security (Certificat)
Date de la formation:
October 2018
Valide jusqu'à:
June 2022
Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate: Windows Server 2016 (MCSA) (Certificat)
Date de la formation:
December 2018
Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) (Certificat)
Date de la formation:
October 2018
Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate: Windows Server 2012 (MCSA) (Certificat)
Date de la formation:
October 2018