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Sazeen Mohammed Aboobakker

Sazeen Mohammed Aboobakker

Summary

Strategic advisory leader with an accomplished track record across Middle East, Northern Asia, and Africa, driving Transport & Mobility, Smart Cities, and Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) transformation. Renowned for leading high-impact transport ecosystem modernization, cross-border tolling digitization, and smart mobility enablement, shaping the future of mobility through data, innovation, and sustainability. Trusted advisor to public authorities, city planners, and private operators, delivering next-generation tolling, AI-powered traffic management, and ESG-driven mobility strategies. Recognized for spearheading multi-million-dollar programs, steering C-level engagements, and ensuring infrastructure transformation programs deliver financial, operational, and citizen-centric value. Passionate about bridging technology, policy, and operations, enabling clients to reimagine transport ecosystems, optimize lifecycle costs, enhance cross-border journey experience, and deliver resilient, sustainable, and future-ready mobility solutions.

Overview

13
years of professional experience
1
Certification
7
years of post-secondary education

Work History

PrincewaterhouseCoopers (PwC)
Al Khobar

Director - Technology Consulting, Transport & Mobility
05.2024 - 08.2025

Job overview

  • I lead the transformation of tolling and mobility data ecosystems, repositioning them as platforms for future-ready services, dynamic traveler engagement, and strategic revenue generation.
  • At the same time, I support clients in establishing governance, planning, and cross-functional alignment frameworks that embed ESG priorities and enable seamless integration with emerging technologies.
  • Central to my approach is the delivery of scalable blueprints and interoperable ecosystems, ensuring that infrastructure investments remain resilient, adaptable, and capable of supporting next-generation mobility services across urban, cross-border, and logistics corridors.
  • Acting as a strategic orchestrator and trusted advisor, I ensure that every transformation delivers enduring operational impact, stakeholder alignment, and measurable improvements in user experience and ecosystem resilience.

360 Degrees Technical Consulting Services
Sharjah

Program Manager - Cloud Adoption (Remote)
02.2024 - 05.2024

Job overview

  • Our team led a comprehensive multi-cloud adoption program, transforming how the organization leveraged cloud resources to drive efficiency, scalability, and cost optimization.
  • Recognizing the need for a unified approach, we established standardized workflows and clear KPIs, which became the cornerstone of our success.
  • To enhance visibility and control, we implemented real-time monitoring and reporting with intuitive dashboards, providing insights into each cloud environment's performance across multiple platforms.
  • This empowered us to make proactive, data-driven adjustments, optimizing resource allocation and minimizing risks.
  • By introducing productivity tools and fostering cross-functional collaboration, we created a seamless, integrated experience across departments, aligning strategies with evolving business needs and enhancing overall efficiency.
  • A core focus was on financial performance and value delivery. We set rigorous KPIs aimed at optimizing costs across multiple cloud providers, identifying opportunities to reduce spend while ensuring high performance and reliability.
  • This approach generated measurable cost savings and boosted ROI, reinforcing the program's positive business outcomes.
  • Stakeholder engagement was key to maintaining alignment and building trust. Through regular updates and transparent communication, we ensured that every team understood and supported our shared objectives.
  • This multi-cloud strategy not only improved operational efficiency but also laid a scalable blueprint for sustainable growth, future-proofing the company's infrastructure, and creating long-term value for the business.

Huawei Technologies
Abu Dhabi

Project Manager
01.2022 - 02.2024

Job overview

  • Company Overview: Outsourced via Ultimate Human Resource Solutions
  • In my role, I led the nationwide migration of ICT and Smart City Solutions from on-premise to cloud infrastructure, providing technical expertise and leveraging extensive cloud technology knowledge to serve as a trusted partner for clients and teams.
  • As a dedicated change agent and leader, I influenced staff across functions, levels, and locations to drive impactful transformations.
  • Key accomplishments included developing a scalable framework for deploying large-scale cloud-based solutions, effectively managing budgets up to $5 million, and achieving 87% of projects ahead of schedule and under budget.
  • Through streamlined processes, we improved efficiency by 30% and accelerated delivery by 50%, resulting in consistently faster, cost-effective cloud solution deployment.
  • Our team successfully completed 13 projects, leading cross-functional teams of up to 30 members across various locations.
  • I developed strategic plans, technical documentation, and delivered end-to-end solutions for digital transformation initiatives that modernized urban infrastructure.
  • By utilizing data-driven approaches, we assessed customer needs, prioritized key outcomes, and implemented solutions with measurable value.
  • We orchestrated collaborative project delivery with partner cloud providers, establishing robust processes and contributing to the people-focused vertical that consistently delivered customer value.
  • Our work spans multinational projects across finance, banking, healthcare, social media, smart nation initiatives, government, and retail sectors, where we provided strategic advisory in cloud migration.
  • This included seamless transitions of legacy applications and databases to cloud environments, reinforcing our role as advocates for cloud adoption and creating sustainable, future-ready infrastructure.
  • Through collaboration with Tower Leads, Service Managers, Global Operations, and Suppliers, we ensured infrastructure projects were delivered on time and aligned with business needs.
  • Outsourced via Ultimate Human Resource Solutions

Ashghal - Public Works Authority
Doha

Datacenter Manager/ Technology Lead/ Systems Engineer - Intelligent Transportation Systems
08.2014 - 01.2022

Job overview

  • Throughout my tenure at Ashghal, I played a central role in orchestrating the modernization of Qatar's Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS), enabling the country's smart mobility ambitions, infrastructure resilience, and operational excellence.
  • My contributions spanned across ITS network design, command and control center enablement, and data center modernization, ensuring 99.95% uptime for mission-critical services, seamless transition of legacy systems, and operational readiness during global events such as FIFA 2022.
  • I led programs that not only ensured spectator handling and traffic optimization, but also established the foundational capabilities for scalable, interoperable, and data-driven transport ecosystems, capable of integrating emerging technologies and cross-agency collaborations.
  • I partnered with cross-functional stakeholders to drive the design and deployment of secure, high-availability data centers and command centers, embedding real-time situational awareness, incident management, and multi-modal traffic orchestration capabilities.
  • Leveraging cloud-based platforms and automation, I reduced system response times by 50%, improved service performance by 17%, and enabled 24/7 remote support across transport operations and logistics corridors.
  • Beyond technology delivery, I contributed to technology strategy, policy alignment, and governance, driving standardization, KPI management, SLA enforcement, and ensuring systems met stringent compliance standards such as ISO and national data security mandates.
  • I also championed the establishment of knowledge bases, training programs, and technology roadmaps, ensuring internal teams and partners were equipped to operate in dynamic, high-stakes transport environments with confidence and agility.

Australia and New Zealand Banking Group Operations and Technology
Bangalore

Senior System Analyst
08.2013 - 11.2013

Job overview

  • As a Senior System Analyst at Australia and New Zealand Banking Group Operations and Technology, I spearheaded the IT services team, overseeing diverse responsibilities.
  • My leadership ensured alignment with company objectives while managing infrastructure projects.
  • Leading a skilled team, I directed the implementation, support, and upkeep of the infrastructure, ensuring optimal functioning.
  • My role encompassed strategic decision-making, project management, and cross-functional collaboration, prioritizing the organization's interests.

Australia and New Zealand Banking Group Operations and Technology
Bangalore

System Analyst
06.2012 - 07.2013

Job overview

  • Company Overview: Outsourced via Magna InfoTech
  • My responsibilities encompassed gathering end user requirements and communicating them to manufacturers.
  • I played a key role in developing technical documentation and took the lead in implementing virtualization and BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) solutions across multiple projects.
  • This involved coordinating with stakeholders, ensuring seamless integration, and optimizing technology solutions to meet project needs.
  • Outsourced via Magna InfoTech

Education

P A College of Engineering
Mangalore

Bachelor of Engineering from Information Science Engineering
10.2005 - 01.2012

University Overview

Zigurat Institute of Technology
Barcelona

Masters from Global Smart City Management
11.2024 - Current

University Overview

Skills

  • Networking and security
  • Cisco
  • Moxa
  • Fortinet
  • Palo Alto
  • Infoblox
  • Forcepoint
  • Baraccuda
  • Cisco Collaboration
  • Storage
  • Dell VNX Unified Storage Management
  • Intelligent Transportation Systems
  • Sidera
  • Swarco
  • Telegra TopeXview
  • SCATS
  • Aesys VerbiaInfo
  • GTT Emergency Vehicle Preemption System
  • AV & Physical Security
  • Genetec Security Center
  • Barco Control Room Management Suite
  • Virtualization
  • VMware vSphere
  • Microsoft Hyper-V
  • Command and Control Center
  • Zetron AcomEVO ICCS
  • Element Management System
  • Cisco Prime
  • Solarwinds
  • ManageEngine OpManager
  • Huawei iMOC
  • Zabix
  • Cloud
  • AWS
  • MS Azure
  • OCI
  • Huawei Cloud

Websites

Certification

  • Project Management Professional (PMP), Project Management Institute, 2022-08-01, 2025-08-31, 3304728
  • AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional, Amazon Web Services (AWS), 2022-12-01, 2025-12-31, 5EDBZ691Q1BQ1B5G
  • Huawei Certified ICT Expert - Cloud Service Solution Architect, Huawei, 2023-10-01, 2026-10-31, 010302601809254411409
  • Certified Blockchain Expert, Blockchain Council, 69222686
  • Oracle Cloud Infrastructure 2022 Certified Foundations Associate, Oracle, OC3871410
  • Oracle Cloud Infrastructure 2023 Certified Multi-cloud Architect Associate, Oracle, 300704097OCI23MCCA
  • Alibaba Cloud Certified Apsara Clouder - Cloud Computing, Alibaba Cloud, 2023-04-01, 2025-04-30, ACLC03230400090281
  • Multi-cloud Network Associate, Aviatrix, 2023-08-01, 2026-08-31, 2023-19359
  • Data Center Design Standards and Network Technologies, Anixter, OV-WESCO-IL-0822-3
  • Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals, Microsoft, 2019-02-01, 2023-02-28, H6813130
  • SC-OTC-001-5.7 Security Center - Omnicast Technical Certification, Genetec, 2019-04-01, 2021-10-31

Technical Skillsets

Technical Skillsets
Cisco, Moxa, Fortinet, Palo Alto, Infoblox, Forcepoint, Baraccuda, Cisco Collaboration, Dell VNX Unified Storage Management, Sidera, Swarco, Telegra TopeXview, SCATS (Sydney Coordinated Traffic Control System), Aesys VerbiaInfo, GTT Emergency Vehicle Preemption System, Genetec Security Center, Barco Control Room Management Suite, VMware vSphere, Microsoft Hyper-V, Zetron AcomEVO ICCS, Cisco Prime, Solarwinds, ManageEngine OpManager, Huawei iMOC, Zabix, AWS, MS Azure, OCI, Huawei Cloud
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Timeline

Zigurat Institute of Technology
Masters from Global Smart City Management
11.2024 - Current
Director - Technology Consulting, Transport & Mobility
PrincewaterhouseCoopers (PwC)
05.2024 - 08.2025
Program Manager - Cloud Adoption (Remote)
360 Degrees Technical Consulting Services
02.2024 - 05.2024
Project Manager
Huawei Technologies
01.2022 - 02.2024
Datacenter Manager/ Technology Lead/ Systems Engineer - Intelligent Transportation Systems
Ashghal - Public Works Authority
08.2014 - 01.2022
Senior System Analyst
Australia and New Zealand Banking Group Operations and Technology
08.2013 - 11.2013
System Analyst
Australia and New Zealand Banking Group Operations and Technology
06.2012 - 07.2013
P A College of Engineering
Bachelor of Engineering from Information Science Engineering
10.2005 - 01.2012

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