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Riyadh

Summary

Experienced System Architecture Manager with 7 years of success in complex system design and implementation. Proven track record in leading cross-functional teams and managing projects effectively. A strong leader and innovative problem-solver, passionate about advancing technology in artificial intelligence.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
12
12
Certifications

Work History

System Architecture Department Manager

SDAIA
10.2022 - Current
  • Face Portal Project: Evaluated various face SDKs and engines (e.g., Luna, Innovatrics, Luxand) for face detection and template creation; designed a custom engine utilizing the Luxand face SDK; achieved high availability and reliability using Melvus DB.
  • Reusable Code Project: Analyzed existing code repositories, identifying that 54% of the code was shared; developed a plan for small libraries to support developers, including Activity Logger, Annotations Utils, Response Handler, Authentication SDK, Job Utils, and Generic API Client; conducted thorough testing of each SDK; documented policies for library usage to enhance overall productivity.
  • Achieving High Availability for Sensitive Projects: Documented and analyzed the current design of 15 services and 4 databases; conducted a study on recent outages and proposed solutions; developed comprehensive plans for high availability, implementing availability groups and witnesses for databases.
  • High-Availability and Scalable DNS Project: Implemented a Linux BIND DNS server (master-slave solution) at the main site; designed and implemented a disaster recovery solution.
  • Enhancing Software Lifecycle with DevOps: Led the transition to DevOps practices; implemented CI/CD pipelines using GitHub; containerized applications with Docker and orchestrated deployments using Kubernetes and Nomad; automated deployment processes with Ansible.
  • Public SSL National PKI Project: Led the design and implementation of a secure SSL PKI network/system, including technical specifications and infrastructure designs; oversaw integration of components, ensuring seamless communication; implemented load balancing and backup/disaster recovery plans.
  • Separation and Redistribution of iDart Systems Project: Designed a new architecture for applications and databases on IDART to achieve a three-tier architecture; developed a plan to avoid outages during implementation of new reverse proxies.
  • NAFATH and Digital Identity Project: Designed a new network for the NAFATH platform, ensuring zero downtime during deployment; explored real-time communication approaches for optimal performance.
  • LDAP Load Balancing and Failover Management Service: Designed a solution for managing communications to LDAP servers, enhancing authentication options and implementing failover mechanisms.
  • iDart Disaster Recovery Network and Systems Design: Proposed a distributed architecture for disaster recovery, including backup servers and load balancers.
  • iDART Service Design Documentation: Increased the documentation percentage of existing services from 10% to 60%.

Backend Team Lead

SDAIA
01.2021 - 10.2022
  • Digital Identity Services Development: Led the development and implementation of Digital Identity Services by designing the Ibram Platform, creating business documentation, leading core coding for document and transaction signing, and integrating PKIAdapter, HSM, and crypto services.
  • PKI Saudi Root Migration Project: Managed the project from start to finish by analyzing existing infrastructure at NCDC for delegation to NIC, creating migration plans for root PKI, including CA solutions and HSM integration, establishing new procedures and policies, and coordinating with audit teams and vendors through to migration ceremony.
  • Infra PKI Project for Certificate Management: Established systems for SSL and TSA certificates management by setting up the solution, creating certificate profiles that suit the needs of server certificates, application certificates, and firewall certificates. Additionally, customized vendor code and facilitated the setup of RA team accounts for employee certificate requests.
  • IAM Project for Single Sign-On (SSO): Successfully led the project by conducting multiple POC projects demonstrating SAML, OAuth, OpenID, and OpenID Connect concepts, managing a team of eight to achieve productivity KPIs effectively.
  • Software Programming and Documentation Oversight: Oversaw software programming and documentation development to ensure high-quality deliverables.

Senior Software Developer

NIC
09.2018 - 01.2021
  • High-Performance Web Applications: Designed and developed scalable and secure applications using Java.
  • MOFA Enrollment Service Project: Led the processing of Saudi visa requests with multiple designs for fast processing and integration with backend services via APIs, ensuring high availability across servers.
  • Unique-ID Service: Created a robust formula for generating primary keys, enabling deployment for multiple local key services without replication.
  • Automatic Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS): Conducted research and development in collaboration with the Biometrics Center of Excellence on system design and new algorithms for fingerprint segmentation and quality enhancement.
  • Digital Identity: Performed business analysis, including feasibility studies, scope statements, and risk documentation.
  • Digital Signature Solution: Designed and built comprehensive solutions, including backend services, frontend interfaces, and certificate authority integration.

Pre-Sales Engineer

Sure International Technology
01.2018 - 08.2018
  • Customer Technical Assessments: Conducted meetings to understand current technical environments and technology requirements.
  • Sales Strategy Development: Collaborated with the sales team to create effective selling strategies for target accounts.
  • Sales Presentations and Tools: Designed and delivered impactful presentations and sales tools to support the sales team’s efforts.
  • Pre-Sales Activities and Consulting Services: Initiated consulting services and developed project scopes, preparing proposals for various projects such as the Smart Riyadh mobile application, Performance Evaluation System for MOH, Communication system for KAIF, and Hail Cement website.

Education

Intensive English Program -

Virginia Tech
Virginia, USA
09.2016 - 12.2017

Bachelor of Science - Information Technology

King Saud University
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
09.2012 - 09.2016

International Math Olympiad -

King Abdulaziz And His Companions Foundation
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
02.2010 - 04.2012

Skills

NET Core

SQL

API design

Java

Jakarta EE

PKI

Cryptography

Project Management

Systems architecture

RedHat administration

Certification

Project Management Professional (PMP), 2020, Recognized certification demonstrating expertise in project management principles and methodologies.

Research

Researcher, Software Engineering, King Saud University, Saudi Arabia, Analyze software bugs and solutions in Therac25 (a radiation therapy machine produced by Atomic Energy of Canada Limited). - The impact of the Therac-25 disaster on the community, society - Reasons of the disaster: in terms of software quality, evolution, and integration issues. - Software solutions: at the evolution and integration stages.

Languages

English
Advanced
C1
Arabic
Beginner
A1

Volunteer Experience

Virginia Tech - Mentor at Class Code Club, Blacksburg, United States, 01/2017, 12/2017, Instructed VT and Auburn Middle School students in Blacksburg, VA, on programming concepts.

Training

  • Linux CompTIA A+ Course, MM YYYY, Overview of Linux operating systems, including installation, configuration, and troubleshooting.
  • PKI - Key Factor Course, MM YYYY, In-depth training on Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) concepts, implementation, and management.
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) Course, MM YYYY, Comprehensive preparation for PMP certification, covering project management frameworks and methodologies.
  • Learning Tree International, Inc. - Course 936: Building Modern Java Enterprise Apps, Jul - Aug 2019, Focused on J2EE/Java EE/Jakarta: JPA, EJB3, and JSF, covering modern application development techniques.
  • INNOVATRICS, Inc. - ABIS Architecture and Integration, Jan 2019, Deep technical overview of ABIS functionality and integration processes.
  • MATLAB and Simulink Training - MathWorks, Mar - Present, Training on image processing concepts and methods using MATLAB and Simulink.
  • Image Processing Course: OpenCV for Python Developers - LinkedIn Learning, Feb - Mar 2019, Covered image operations, object detection, and face/feature detection using OpenCV.
  • Java Enterprise Edition Training, Nov - Dec 2018, Theoretical and technical overview of JSF, CDI, JSP, EJB, JMS, and JPA, including various APIs like JAX-RS and Bean Validation.
  • Java Design Patterns, Apr 2017, Explored core design patterns, including creational, behavioral, and structural patterns, as well as Java EE concepts.
  • Centre of Excellence in Information Assurance - Cyber Arabia Workshop, Apr 20, 2016, Demonstrated proficiency in cybersecurity, cyber ethics, and cyber defense through practical workshops.
  • Panduit Training - Data Centers: Design, Standards, and Best Practices, Jan 2015, Covered design aspects of data center infrastructure, including power, cooling, and connectivity challenges.

Accomplishments

  • Certificate of Completion: Secured first place in the Cyber Arabia competition, representing Saudi Arabia.
  • Certificate of Training: Achieved a silver medal in the International Mathematics Olympiad in Saudi Arabia.
  • Academic Excellence Award: Recognized for achieving a 5.0 GPA in Information Technology.

Timeline

System Architecture Department Manager

SDAIA
10.2022 - Current

Backend Team Lead

SDAIA
01.2021 - 10.2022

Senior Software Developer

NIC
09.2018 - 01.2021

Pre-Sales Engineer

Sure International Technology
01.2018 - 08.2018

Intensive English Program -

Virginia Tech
09.2016 - 12.2017

Bachelor of Science - Information Technology

King Saud University
09.2012 - 09.2016

International Math Olympiad -

King Abdulaziz And His Companions Foundation
02.2010 - 04.2012