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Fahad O. Al Soaibi

Riyadh,01

Summary

Results-driven IT professional with 16 years of extensive experience in network infrastructure, digital transformation, and telecommunications. Proven expertise in implementing complex IP telephony and LAN systems, deploying virtual data centers, and enhancing organizational communication through strategic vendor partnerships. Adept at leading infrastructure projects, optimizing IT budget planning, and governing IT policies and procedures to align with business objectives. Strong background in delivering reliable connectivity solutions for remote offices and multi-location networks, consistently driving improvements in operational efficiency and user experience.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

IT & BS Supervisor

SDRPY
02.2024 - Current
  • Member of Organization Digital Transformation Committee.
  • Contributed to theorganization's digital transformation initiatives, driving the adoption of innovative technologies to improve operational efficiency, enhance user experience, and support strategic growth
  • Led IT budget planning, aligning technology investments with organizational goals, optimizing resource allocation, and ensuring cost-effective IT operations.
  • Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets.

Sr. IT & BS Specialist

SDRPY
10.2020 - 01.2024
  • Implemented Cisco IP Telephony solutions with seamless LAN and WAN connectivity, enhancing communication efficiency and network integration across organization.
  • Deployed new Cloud Virtual Data Center (VDC) in STCS and NIC, enhancing scalability, resource optimization, and overall cloud infrastructure efficiency.
  • Drafted and governed IT policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with industry standards, enhancing security, and streamlining IT operations across organization.
  • Played key role in implementation of internal organizational portal, facilitating improved communication, collaboration, and access to critical resources for employees.
  • Installed and configured new devices and system components.

IT Specialist

SDRPY
08.2018 - 09.2020

Create & Register organization domain name from SaudiNIC.

  • Create & Build IT procedures & Forms.
  • Led selection process for the most suitable vendor to design and develop organization’s website, ensuring alignment with business objectives, technical requirements, and budget constraints.
  • Delivered VSAT solutions to connect remote offices in Yemen, ensuring reliable and secure communication infrastructure in challenging environments.
  • Recommended optimal workstation systems for end users, tailored to enhance productivity and meet specific operational needs across organization.

Network & Security Administrator

Abdulatif Alissa Holding Group Co.
05.2016 - 07.2018

• Maximizes network performance by monitoring performance;
troubleshooting network problems and outages.
• Determine & Fixing L2 + L3 network problems.
• Configure and monitor network security devices including, Fortinet
Firewalls 600D and 100D.
• Cisco Unified Communications Manager 10.5 & cisco unified
communications manager express 8.6 Administrator.
• Configure new Cisco IP Phones (79xx and 89xx)
• Create Vlans based on company requirements.
• Implement and maintain FortiGate SSL VPN tunnels to remote offices and
users.
• Configure new Cisco Routers (1841,1941, 800, 2900) & Switches (2950,
2960, 3750)
• Working as Administrator for Genesys Voice Software.

Infrastructure Administrator

Abdulatif Alissa Holding Group Co.
03.2013 - 04.2016
  • Installed and managed VPNs, firewalls and anti-malware solutions.
  • Responded to and remedied critical issues that could not be addressed by technicians.
  • Implemented, developed and tested installation and update of file servers, print servers and application servers.
  • Network Monitoring Tools Administrator (Whats Up, PRTG and Solar
    Winds) using snmp logs.
  • Design and Implement Company infrastrucure needs for new branch.
  • Coordinating with various ISPs for best and most suitable WAN connection.
  • Visit remote sites (Locally or outside Riyadh) which has a major
    connectivity issue
  • Maintain and update Symantec Antivirus Server, and clients.
  • Internet proxies Administrator (Fortinet, bluecoat and ISA).
  • Identified and resolved network congestion issues and bottlenecks.
  • Resolved issues and escalated problems with knowledgeable support and quality service.

Technical Support Engineer (TSE)

Abdulatif Alissa Holding Group Co.
10.2007 - 02.2013
  • Met with team personnel to share details of discovered issues and recurrent custom complaints.
  • Major part of renewing AlYusr Data Center area.
  • Archiving Systems solutions "Imagelinks" (Servers and terminals like
    scanners and computers) at AlYusr Installment Co.
  • Performed root cause analysis of reported issues to enact corrections.
  • Created user accounts and assigned permissions.
  • Installed, configured and maintained computer systems and network connections.
  • Generated reports to track performance and analyze trends.

Education

ITIL Foundation Course -

02.2014

Introduction in IBM Blade Servers - undefined

06.2011

Excellence in Supervision - undefined

04.2010

Time Management for Career-Minded Professionals - undefined

03.2009

Diploma in Technology of operating systems and Networks -

Institute of Public Administration, Riyadh
Riyadh
06.2007

Skills

  • IT Governance
  • Digital Transformation
  • Mega IT Projects
  • Strategic Planning
  • Operations Management
  • Contract Management
  • Staff Development
  • Project Management
  • IT & Business Solutions experience

Projects

  • Deployment of Virtual Data Center (VDC) at NIC and STCS (2021 1M): Successfully led the deployment of a Virtual Data Center (VDC) in collaboration with NIC and STCS, enhancing cloud infrastructure capabilities, improving resource allocation, and supporting the organization's scalability and operational efficiency.
  • Led Infrastructure Deployment (2021 900K): Spearheaded the design and implementation of network infrastructure, ensuring robust LAN and WAN connectivity to support organization daily operations.
  • IP-Telephony & LAN Project (2019 700K): Successfully deployed a comprehensive Cisco IP telephony system & SIP integrated with LAN connectivity, enhancing communication efficiency and supporting seamless collaboration within the organization.
  • Implemented New IP Schema for 90+ Locations (2017): Successfully restructured and deployed a new IP schema across over 90 locations, improving network management and scalability.
  • Key Contributor to Master Service Level Agreement (2016 2.5M): Played a major role in negotiating and finalizing a Master Service Level Agreement with a key service provider, enhancing service quality and accountability.
  • Network Infrastructure Deployment for 9 Branches of Abdulatif Alissa Car Showrooms (2015 500K): Completed the installation of LAN and WAN network infrastructure for nine new branches within a two-month timeframe, ensuring seamless connectivity and operational readiness.
  • LAN, WAN, and Rack Cabinet Installation for Auto Sat Branch in Dawadmi (2014 30K): Installed and configured LAN, WAN, and a 22U rack cabinet with CAT6a cable for the Auto Sat branch in Dawadmi, ensuring a reliable network setup.
  • LAN, WAN, and Rack Cabinet Installation for Auto Star Branch in Wadi Al Dawasir (2014 30K): Installed and configured LAN, WAN, and a 22U rack cabinet with CAT6a cable for the Auto Sat branch in Wadi Al Dawasir, optimizing network performance and organization.

Languages

Arabic
English

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 08/22/84
  • Marital Status: Married

References

  • Upon Request.

Citizenship

Saudi

Timeline

IT & BS Supervisor

SDRPY
02.2024 - Current

Sr. IT & BS Specialist

SDRPY
10.2020 - 01.2024

IT Specialist

SDRPY
08.2018 - 09.2020

Network & Security Administrator

Abdulatif Alissa Holding Group Co.
05.2016 - 07.2018

Infrastructure Administrator

Abdulatif Alissa Holding Group Co.
03.2013 - 04.2016

Technical Support Engineer (TSE)

Abdulatif Alissa Holding Group Co.
10.2007 - 02.2013

ITIL Foundation Course -

Introduction in IBM Blade Servers - undefined

Excellence in Supervision - undefined

Time Management for Career-Minded Professionals - undefined

Diploma in Technology of operating systems and Networks -

Institute of Public Administration, Riyadh
Fahad O. Al Soaibi