Mohammed Aasim Shaikh
IT Manager
Abu Dhabi,AUD
Summary
Knowledgeable IT Manager oversees technology deployment and maintenance. Instructs and leads IT staff members in support of hardware, software and networking infrastructure. Actively works with executives to determine and implement tech needs. Manages technology strategy, training and documentation.
Experienced Project Manager with top-notch implementation and project management abilities. Highly organized, methodical and skilled at overseeing daily milestones across high-performance teams. Well-versed in SDLC process, STLC process, Change management process, IT service management, ITIL Process, planning and deployment. Strategic Information Technology Manager skilled in guiding navigation of modern technology. Accustomed to driving efficiency and effectiveness by developing, delivering and supporting strategic plans. Demonstrated skill in translating technical requirements to business solutions. Successful 12 years record of building positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
8
8
Certificates
Work History
IT Manager
Abu Dhabi Media
Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi
09.2008 - Current
- Oversaw large portfolio of projects to support teams, report progress and influence positive outcomes for key stakeholders.
- Outlined work plans, determined resources, wrote timelines and generated initial budgets as part of project scope determination.
- Directed large-scale development and implementation of ERP and Business Intelligence solutions to meet business needs and build client loyalty.
- Led and assisted technical upgrade projects for company by working and coordinating with consultants and developers for integrations.
- Empowered 15 project teams for Software technical development in Agile environment for 2.5 Million Dirham IT program.
- Analyzed architecture design, scoping, implementation, testing and deployment needs to define project requirements.
- Increased IT productivity, efficiency, agility and responsiveness, leading team of 27 to design and implement virtualization for high availability solution.
- Managed and maintained IT environments at corporate headquarters and remote locations.
- Designed, documented and executed maintenance procedures, including system upgrades and patch management using update manager.
- Maintained strict budgetary control on Oracle ERP cloud projects ranging from 1 to $[Amount] and working with project teams to track costs and control expenditures without sacrificing quality.
- Decreased spending by 27% and worked to alleviate compliance risks through effective software licensing.
- Saved over 300000 AED through effective software support contract negotiations.
- Determined best pricing and completed technology solution projects for 8 Million AED in IT assets for new data centers.
- Organized internal audits and led efforts to determine and remedy deficiencies.
- Managed 15 project teams in Agile environment, realizing success through application of SDLC methodologies and exceptional leadership skills.
- Conferred with executives to advise and plan for short-term and long-term IT system upgrade needs.
- Conducted company-wide technology instruction, onboarding and education.
- Oversaw IT department operations and training.
- Communicated with executive team and CEO to maximize development efficiencies and resolve technology issues.
- Led technology selection and rollout, focusing on organizational planning, provider contracts and supplier service-level agreements.
- Guided organizational technology strategy and roadmaps.
- Coordinated ongoing technical training and personal development classes for staff members.
- Evaluated diverse organizational systems to identify workflow, communication and resource utilization issues.
- Wrote policy, procedure and manuals governing internal IT use.
Database Team Lead
Abu Dhabi Media
Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi
09.2008 - 03.2011
- Wrote and maintained technical and functional specifications to document database intentions and requirements.
- Eliminated downtime by accurately implementing cluster database.
- Set up and controlled user profiles and access levels for each database segment to protect important data.
- Modified existing databases to meet unique needs and goals determined during initial evaluation and planning process.
- Implemented BI solution framework for end-to-end business intelligence projects.
- Built databases and table structures following distributed architecture methodology for web applications.
- Tested programs and databases to identify issues and make necessary modifications.
- Coordinated with project management staff on database development timelines and project scope.
- Managed systems and infrastructures by defining hardware requirements and planning storage capacity for OLTP and DWH databases.
- Planned and implemented security measures to safeguard vital business data.
- Collaborated with Finance, HR, Marketing, Commercials department manager and director to achieve project goals as per business requirement.
Sr. Lead Database Administrator
UAE Air Force and Air Defense
Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi
05.2003 - 09.2008
- Set up and controlled user profiles and access levels for each database segment to protect important data.
- Tested programs and databases to identify issues and make necessary modifications.
- Wrote and maintained technical and functional specifications to document database intentions and requirements.
- Administered, supported and monitored databases by proactively resolving database issues and maintaining servers.
- Planned and implemented security measures to safeguard vital business data.
- Modified existing databases to meet unique needs and goals determined during initial evaluation and planning process.
- Designed and developed OLTP and OLAP analytical data structures.
- Installed, upgraded, configured and tuned application databases and ERP systems and all associated middleware in LINUX and Windows environments.
- Coordinated with project management staff on database development timelines and project scope.
- Created scripts and processes for data integration and maintenance.
- Eliminated downtime by accurately implementing [Type] database.
- Managed systems and infrastructures by defining hardware requirements and planning storage capacity for transactional, audit and historical databases.
- Implemented BI solution framework for end-to-end business intelligence projects.
- Collaborated with various department heads or directors to understand their current challenges, business requirement, and research on different solutions to develop and implement to achieve business goals.
Software QA Engineer
Oracle Corporation
Reading, Berkshire
10.1999 - 12.2002
- Wrote and optimized test cases to maximize success of manual software testing with consistent, thorough approaches.
- Debugged code and located root causes of problems by reviewing configuration files and logs.
- Evaluated function, performance and design compliance of every product against design standards and customer needs.
- Reduced overall testing hours 50% by writing and optimizing automation test scripts in Segue Software Silk Test.
- Collaborated with developers and product owners to stay current on product features and intended functionality.
- Increased and improved knowledge of Oracle Database software and Testing tools by engaging in all available trainings and seminars.
- Identified and tracked defects with [Software] and supported developers in resolving problems by completing additional tests.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
Software Development Engineer
Infosystem India International Pvt Ltd
Mumbai, Maharashtra
05.1996 - 08.1999
- Orchestrated efficient large-scale software deployments, including testing features and correcting code.
- Consulted with engineering team members to determine system loads and develop improvement plans.
- Contributed ideas and suggestions in team meetings and delivered updates on deadlines, designs and enhancements.
- Met with project manager and team members to provide detailed project reports and milestone updates.
- Monitored ongoing operation of assigned programs and responded to problems by diagnosing and correcting logic and coding errors.
- Gathered and defined customer requirements to develop clear specifications for project plans.
- Documented all software development methodologies in technical manuals to be used by developers in future projects.
- Evaluated project requirements and specifications and developed software applications that surpassed client expectations.
Education
MBA - Information Technology
Mahatma Gandhi University
Sikkim 06.2011 - 06.2013
Master of Science - IT Application
AIEM
MumbaiBachelor of Science - Computer Science
AIEM
MumbaiSkills
Documentation and reporting
Certification
Certified Cloud Infrastructure Architect Professional, Oracle Corporation
Timeline
Certified Microsoft Azure Data Engineer
04-2021
Certified Cloud Infrastructure Architect Professional, Oracle Corporation
12-2020
Certified PMP
08-2020
Certified COBIT 5 Foundation
07-2019
Certified Prince 2 Agile Practitioner
11-2018
Certified Prince 2 Foundation
10-2018
MBA - Information Technology
Mahatma Gandhi University
06.2011 - 06.2013
Certified ITIL Foundation
05-2011
Certified Oracle Database Professional
12-2010
IT Manager
Abu Dhabi Media
09.2008 - Current
Database Team Lead
Abu Dhabi Media
09.2008 - 03.2011
Sr. Lead Database Administrator
UAE Air Force and Air Defense
05.2003 - 09.2008
Software QA Engineer
Oracle Corporation
10.1999 - 12.2002
Software Development Engineer
Infosystem India International Pvt Ltd
05.1996 - 08.1999
Master of Science - IT Application
AIEM
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
AIEM
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