Professional Experience
Director of Technology Services & IT Operations Sector
Banque Du Caire, Egypt | 2018 - Present
- Lead and manage IT technology services, ensuring high customer satisfaction and availability levels.
- Develop and manage long-term strategic direction for IT technology services, aligning with BdC's strategic plan.
- Oversee IT operations, system security, network, and storage services, ensuring reliability, performance, and security.
- Assess industry trends to project future financial technology needs and impacts.
- Establish metrics, KPIs, and SLAs to drive IT service delivery performance.
- Collaborate with business leaders to optimize IT service design, delivery, and support.
Head of IT Network, Security & Infrastructure
Alex Bank - Intesa Sanpaolo, Egypt | 2011 - 2018
- Managed IT communication and network security unit, overseeing strategic planning and budget preparation.
- Analyzed and provided solutions to achieve operational excellence in IT infrastructure.
- Ensured high levels of confidentiality, integrity, and availability of bank information through robust data, voice, and security infrastructure management.
- Coordinated with vendors and service providers to secure support contracts and service delivery.
Senior Network Administrator / Network and Security Team Leader
National Bank of Abu Dhabi, Egypt | 2007 - 2011
- Designed and implemented security projects and network infrastructure.
- Managed Cisco IP Telephony systems, LAN/WAN for high availability, and disaster recovery sites.
- Provided recommendations for hardware, software, and telecommunications equipment to senior management.
Maintenance Supervisor / Engineer
CompuME, Egypt | 2005 - 2007
- Supervised maintenance operations, ensuring high service standards.
IT Helpdesk Engineer
Omega Centre, Egypt | 2003 - 2004
- Provided technical support and resolved IT-related issues for clients.
IT Support Executive
Emirates for Systems Group, Egypt | 2002 - 2003
- Assisted in IT support operations, ensuring effective resolution of technical problems.