Hizam Gamoom

Experience

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  CAC bank

  Jan 2004 - Dec 2006

  Sr. IT Consultant

  Projects:Core banking project:• Prepared the IT strategy and technical objectives in line with the new bank business strategy.• Sight preparation for the IT department and data center.• Prepared the RFP for the core banking project.• Prepared the evaluation criteria's for the proposals.• Evaluated more than 14 proposals according to the international standard evaluation process.• Visited the reference sights.• Prepared the security requirements and design.• Prepared the LAN, WAN network design for the bank.• Overseeing the supply, installation and implementation of the hardware.• Overseeing the supply and installation and implementation of the software's.• Prepared the security rules and regulations.• Overseeing the implementation of the whole system.• Overseeing the UAT and the go live of the system.• Overseeing the deployment of the system into the branches.The smart card project:• Prepared the RFP for the switch per the new EFT/EMV standard to enable the bank to offer debit/ credits services as well utility payment, and prepaid card through the ATMs, POS, and other terminals. In addition, we wanted to link the bank into the GCC and internationally through VISA and MASTER CARD..etc..• Evaluated the proposals and visited other banks in the region.• Evaluated the POS and ATMs and their application in line with the switch system.• Overseeing the supply, installation, and implementation of the hardware and software.• Evaluated the smart card and their chip technology and specifications.• Overseeing the installation and configuration of the HSM.• Overseeing the installation and configuration of the personalization system.• Overseeing the installation and configuration of the ATMs, and POSs.• Overseeing the UAT and the go live. Show less

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  Ministry Of Oil

  Jan 2006 - Jun 2008

  Sr. IT Consultant

  Advising them how to use information technology in order to meet their business objectives or overcome problems. Improve the structure and efficiency of their organization's IT systems. Provide strategic guidance to the ministry with regard to IT technology, IT infrastructures and the enablement of major business processes through enhancements to IT. Provide guidance during selection and procurement as well as insuring highly expert technical assistance. Initiating and implementing technology and business solutions projects for the ministry and oil companies under its umbrella. Planning and designing the ministry overall IT strategy, business continuity and disaster recovery Projects • IT department re-engineering: evaluated their IT department and redesigned it per their business needs and international standard.• Data center structure: re-design the data center to meet best practices and their future growth.• ERP project: overseeing the implementation of their Oracle ERP project: Show less

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  Abu Dhabi Police

  Jun 2007 - May 2015

  Chief System Engineer/Infrastructure Manager

  Delivering and Leading over 148 Enterprise, Medium and Small Business projects till date.IT strategies, planning as well as managing existing operations infrastructure and implementing new operations processes within the organization; the day-to-day management of IT infrastructure (Unix Solaris11&10, SAN storage and backup systems), including performance management, plan monitoring and evolution, metrics development, and management; recommending infrastructure improvements; developing, implementing, and ensuring compliance with operational policies and procedures; maintaining Servers, SAN storage, Backup operations including the DR sight, by utilizing a combination of internal resources as well as external vendors. Improving IT maturity, service levels and business continuity requirements. Implementing security requirement, overseeing documentation and change management.The day-to-day operation as follows:• Supporting high availability clusters (Virtualization Zones and LDOMs, VERITAS VCS and VVM).• Project management of all related infrastructure.• Defining/conforming to standards for support processes and procedures.• Install, configure, test, and diagnose, performance management, document and support components such as operating systems, major software subsystems and program products.• Virtualization solutions for mid range platforms (Solaris Zones, LDOMs)• Clustering and High Availability solutions (VERITAS Volume Manager -VVM, Sun Volume Manager -SVM, VERITAS Cluster Services -VCS)• Hands on Sun high end hardware (Super Cluster, M6, M-Series, M4000)• Unix Shell and Perl Scripting experience• Exposure to automation, monitoring and scheduling tools like IBM Tivoli, Oracle Grid and OPS centre, BMC.• NAS and SAN Storage.• Critical networking elements like Firewalls, NAT, Routers, and Load Balancers• Team cohesion and execution of team decisions.• Identify and document standards and strategy.• Show less

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  Visalia Computer Technology

  Jun 2015 - Sept 2017

  IT Infrastructure Manager

  Managing and overseeing both the technical and managerial aspects of the organization IT department. Direct and design the IT infrastructure and simultaneously leading and implementing the day to day operation of the enterprise clustered Unix operation infrastructure which consist of (89 Unix servers, EMC SAN storages, Networker and Avamar backup as well as the datadomain) as well as leading the operations related team. I am handling the integration project to improve the maturity and security of UNIX, SAN, and backup integration with the latest technology per international standard. Improving the structure and efficiency of the IT systems and developing the IT strategies. Collaborate with colleagues in different departments. Develop, implement and maintain policies, procedures, and associated training plans for the team. Establish service level agreements. Provide ownership of problem thru final resolution. Conduct researches and make recommendations. Prepare RFPs, bid proposals, contracts, scope of work reports and other IT documentations. Perform cost-benefit and return on investment analysis. Negotiate with vendors, outsources, and contractors. Manage and ensure effectiveness of security solutions. Show less

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  CENTRAL BANK OF YEMEN

  Jan 2018 - Feb 2019

  Chief IT Consultant / Project Manager

  I am currently working in the mobile money/mobile wallet project for the government of Yemen. The project will be a comprehensive digital payment solution, was recommended by myself and are in the process of designing it (pre-implementation phase). The project is an important catalyst for the future of the digital economy and will solve the banknotes issues that Yemen is suffering and central bank has an issue printing bank notes. The project will serve the Yemeni government, public banks and private banks as well. One of the key objectives of the project is to make banking more inclusive and provide financial services to the unbanked segment of population. Show less

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  Ardh Alganatain

  Feb 2019 - Sept 2019

  Executive General Manager

  Plan, direct and co-ordinate the operations of a business, division, department or operating unit. Plan and maintain systems and procedures for operating efficiency. Manage staff for optimum performance.Main Job Tasks, Duties and Responsibilities• determine staffing requirements• hire and train new staff• supervise direct reporting staff according to overall company policy• apply strategic planning to determine company, department or unit objectives• set employee goals and objectives• develop staff to maximize potential• monitor staff performance including performance reviews• delegate work duties to staff to attain objectives• allocate use of available resources• monitor and assist staff with work progress• evaluate current business processes and systems• plan and implement procedures and systems to maximize operating efficiency• establish and maintain controls• formulate department/unit policies and practices• co-ordinate financial and budget activities for maximum operational efficiency• facilitate the preparation and analysis of reports• review performance data (financial, sales and activity reports) to monitor and measure productivity, goal progress and activity levels• responsible for the achievement of department/division/unit productivity and quality goals Show less

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  Freelance

  Jan 2020 - now

  Lead Information Technology Cosultant

  Extensive experience and a versatile technical consultant to assess, improve and maintain information technology systems. Improving the efficiency of the hardware and software technologies and developing innovative solutions. Providing staff with technical guidance. Ensuring the success in providing Information Technology support in a demanding and that company IT systems run efficiently.- Understand customer requirements and business objectives- Provide strategic advice on using technology to achieve goals- Manage IT initiatives and collaborate with in-house technical staff- Design IT systems and networks ensuring the right architecture and functionality- Support new technology implementation- Train users in new and existing IT systems- Provide assistance with technical issues- Revise existing systems and suggest improvements Show less