BAHAA SALEH
Sharjah,UAE
Summary
· Master's in computer sciences & communication engineering, Germany
· Executive technology leader with extensive experience driving enterprise infrastructure, cloud, and operations transformation across large-scale, multi-entity environments in the Middle East and global markets.
· 18 years of expertise in consulting, solution architecture, cloud technologies, and digital infrastructure,
· Proven track record in defining and executing enterprise-wide infrastructure, cloud, and digital transformation strategies aligned with business growth, operational resilience, and modernization objectives.
· Develop and execute the organization's digital infrastructure strategy to align with business objectives and future growth.
· Establish a roadmap for infrastructure modernization that aligns with digital transformation initiatives.
· Led large-scale migration and modernization programs from legacy data center environments to hybrid and multi-cloud platforms across AWS, Azure, GCP, and OCI ecosystems
· Expertise in building cloud-native, scalable, and secure infrastructure platforms supporting mission-critical workloads, AI-enabled services, and high-availability enterprise operations.
· Strong leadership in infrastructure governance, enterprise architecture, cybersecurity alignment, operational standards, and regulatory compliance frameworks.
· Designing and implementing highly available, scalable cloud solutions using AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud, and the G42.
· Built and managed strategic partnerships with hyperscalers, telecom providers, managed service providers, and technology vendors to optimize service delivery, commercial value, and innovation outcomes.
· Strong commercial and financial management expertise, including infrastructure P&L ownership, FinOps governance, cloud cost optimization, investment planning, TCO analysis, and ROI-driven transformation programs.
· Strong executive stakeholder management experience partnering with C-level leadership, board members, finance, procurement, cybersecurity, and business units to align technology investments with strategic objectives.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Intelligent Infra & Cloud Associate Director
Accenture
Dubai, UAE
2023.11 - Current
- Executive leader in infrastructure, cloud, and operations transformation, successfully driving digital modernization initiatives across enterprise environments valued at over SAR 50M+, supporting business growth, scalability, and operational excellence.
- Led the strategy, deployment, and operational management of mission-critical infrastructure, cloud, network, and connectivity platforms supporting 24/7 operations across multiple large-scale enterprise and government environments.
- Directed large-scale modernization and cloud transformation programs, migrating and optimizing hundreds of workloads into hybrid and multi-cloud platforms, improving scalability, resilience, and operational efficiency.
- Established high-availability, disaster recovery, and business continuity frameworks, achieving enterprise-grade resiliency targets and reducing operational risk across critical technology environments.
- Oversaw complex digital infrastructure ecosystems, including cloud platforms, data centers, network connectivity, IBS, GSM, Radio, Fiber, and intelligent infrastructure solutions across multi-site environments.
- Led multi-cloud transformation and optimization initiatives across AWS, Azure, GCP, and OCI environments, improving cloud governance, operational performance, and infrastructure cost efficiency through FinOps and automation practices.
- Drove AI-enabled infrastructure operations and intelligent automation initiatives leveraging predictive monitoring, analytics, and orchestration capabilities to enhance service reliability, reduce manual intervention, and accelerate operational response times.
Intelligent Infra & Cloud Senior manager
Accenture
Dubai, UAE
2021.06 - 2023.11
- Working as a Senior manager, thought leader, and senior solutions architect for custom cloud solutions practice
- Implementing and delivering top-notch cloud solutions to clients and assisting clients with cloud enablement, and digital transformation
- Developing a new practice that offers AWS and delivers highly available and scalable cloud-based solutions spanning several spaces, such as Modern Data Platforms, Big Data Analytics, Database Migration, Serverless Computing, Application modernization, and DevOps
- Re-architecting and migrating clients' on-premises applications to a cloud of their choice, such as Amazon AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud
Cloud transformation manger
Accenture
Dubai, UAE
2017.12 - 2021.06
- Envision, plan, and lead transformations of complex IT environments to cloud-based solutions across Compute, Storage, Networks, Communications, Workplace, and Service Mgmt
- Architect, Design-Build, and implement agile, high-performing, and cost-effective hosting solutions, leveraging IaaS and PaaS that meet needs of today's corporate and digital applications using cloud technologies
- Develop and deliver legacy infrastructure transformation and migration to drive next-generation business outcomes
- Supporting technical engagements and helping to refine Accenture cloud platform methodology to drive broad adoption of the AWS, Azure, and Google platforms
Cloud consultant
Accenture
Dubai, UAE
2014.06 - 2017.12
- Defined migration process, Overseeing the migration activities and reporting to onshore
- Monitors compliance delivery of project deliverables
- Identify and initiate continuous improvement actions to enhance process outcomes
- Designed and Implemented a Cloud-based solution for Cloud management and operations
- Educated the operations team about the New platform and defined the runbook for the operations team
Senior infrastructure analyst
Accenture
Frankfurt, Germany
2012.09 - 2014.06
- Used Lean methodologies to re-engineer processes and increase overall productivity
- Maximized project ROI, performing user acceptance testing (UAT) to validate user requirements and expectations
- Facilitated strategic decision-making by effectively communicating insights to executives and end-users
- Tested and maintained system operations to standardize workflow
- Responsibilities were IT Service Management & Service Command Centre (Service desk & event Management)
- Scanned systems, diagnosing and correcting equipment failures and performance issues
- Used BMC to track support tickets and document actions
- Followed technical documentation for accurate installation, maintenance and repair work
- Delivered reliable, high quality technical support to average of 500 users daily
- Installed new software for users and monitored version and patch update requirements
Infrastructure engineer
Accenture
Frankfurt, Germany
2010.09 - 2012.09
- Gathered requirements for ongoing projects and organised details for management use
- Directed cross-functional teams to accomplish technical aspects of projects
- Collected project information and disseminated to appropriate stakeholders
- Evaluated existing procedures and made proactive adjustments to meet changing demands
- Design and implement infrastructure solutions that adhere to current architecture standards to support the systems
Intern
SMS -DEMAG
Dusseldorf, Germany
2007.11 - 2009.09
- Researched the latest trends to keep abreast with new products and features
- Managing and monitoring all installed systems and infrastructure
- Establishing, configuring, testing, and maintaining operating systems, application software, and system management tools
- Ensuring the highest levels of systems and infrastructure availability
- Work with R&D department to write the Master thesis
IT user support assistant
ITT- international technology
Amman, Jordan
2005.08 - 2006.06
- Installing and configuring software, hardware, and networks
- Monitoring system performance and troubleshooting issues
- Ensuring the security and efficiency of IT infrastructure
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer information system
Balqa Applied University
Jordan 2001.09 - 2005.05
Master of Science - Computer sciences & communication Eng
University Duisburg-Essen
Germany 2006.10 - 2008.05
Skills
- Infrastructure & Cloud Strategy
- Multi-Cloud & Hybrid Cloud Platforms
- IT Infrastructure & Operations Leadership
- Cloud Migration & Digital Transformation
- AI-Enabled Infrastructure & Intelligent Operations
- Infrastructure Automation & Predictive Analytics
- Enterprise Architecture & Platform Modernization
- Data Center & Network Infrastructure
- Telecom & Connectivity Solutions (GSM, Radio, Neutral Host)
- Disaster Recovery & Business Continuity
- IT Service Management & Operational Excellence
- FinOps, Cost Optimization & Governance
- Vendor & Executive Stakeholder Management
- Business Development & Strategic Partnerships
Languages
English
Advanced
Arabic
Native
German
Advanced
Personal Information
Nationality: German
Certification
· AI essentials for business – Harvard Business School
· Agentic AI for business leader
· AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate
· AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional
· AWS Certified Networking specialty
· Azure architecture certification: Microsoft specialist architecting
· G42 Certified Solutions Architect - Associate
· Alibaba Certified Solutions Architect - Associate
· BMC BladeLogic server automation certification
· IT Infrastructure Library ITIL v3 certification
· Accenture PaaS certification
· Accenture Cloud Platform Solution Architect
· Accenture business process management certification
· Linux Professional Institute Certification 1
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Intelligent Infra & Cloud Associate Director
Accenture
2023.11 - Current
Intelligent Infra & Cloud Senior manager
Accenture
2021.06 - 2023.11
Cloud transformation manger
Accenture
2017.12 - 2021.06
Cloud consultant
Accenture
2014.06 - 2017.12
Senior infrastructure analyst
Accenture
2012.09 - 2014.06
Infrastructure engineer
Accenture
2010.09 - 2012.09
Intern
SMS -DEMAG
2007.11 - 2009.09
Master of Science - Computer sciences & communication Eng
University Duisburg-Essen
2006.10 - 2008.05
IT user support assistant
ITT- international technology
2005.08 - 2006.06
Bachelor of Science - Computer information system
Balqa Applied University
2001.09 - 2005.05