Ahmed Al Ameri

Experience

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  UAE Armed Forces

  Jan 1998 - Aug 2010

  Information Technology Specialist

  • Defined system-level requirements for hardware, software, and infrastructure• Developed high-level system design and interfaces• Implemented platforms to support the technology roadmap• Streamlined installations, configurations, upgrades, migrations, & troubleshooting • Drove back-ups and implemented security and access control policies • Evaluated new technologies to assess their potential to achieve goals• Analysed immediate and long-term personnel and equipment requirements Show less

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  Abu Dhabi Health Services Company- SEHA - شركة أبوظبي للخدمات الصحية - صحة

  Jun 2011 - Jun 2013

  Acting application manager

  • Led the implementation, support & enhancement of all IT applications & operations • Drove productivity improvements and business process optimization• Drove business goals with the creation of a high-performance development environment• Led, guided and mentored the IT Operations Team• Reviewed and analyzed the progress of colleagues within the team• Developed KPI’s, conducted appraisals, provided constructive feedback & motivated staff• Established the Infrastructure Outsourced Team• Tracked annual budgets, & analyzed shortfalls • Conducted analyses to evaluate the feasibility and recommend expenditure• Deployed and managed infrastructure investments Show less

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  Abu Dhabi Digital Authority (ADDA)

  Jul 2013 - Jul 2015

  Information System Security Senior Analyst

  • Led security planning, functional strategies, & the development of policies & procedures • Facilitated Service Improvement Initiatives • Evaluated operational capabilities while responding to incidents • Provided critical IT assistance to manage the resolution of all incidents & security decisions• Designed project scope of work & objectives while collaborating with internal IT stakeholders • Installed security measures to protect systems & information infrastructure• Implemented processes to manage the network security• Analyzed & reviewed security reports produced • Evaluated process requirements and capabilities • Led networking and security services in LAN, WAN, INI, firewall, IDS, IPS, VPN, WAF, antimalware, & e-mail gateway Show less

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  Abu Dhabi Quality and Conformity Council

  Jul 2015 - Jan 2018

  IT Manager

  • Led the IT strategy by defining and delivering strategic plans • Evaluated process requirements and capabilities • Drove the development of the QCC integrated technology strategy• Executed the vision & strategy to manage the capabilities of the Managed Service Provider • Built an assessment on the service of the managed service provider • Streamlined the improving, and upgrading of enterprise, software, & hardware services• Identified local and global IT-related updates • Engaged with internal & external stakeholders to identify opportunities • Conducted cost estimates, forecasts, and budget planning tools • Led a team of specialist resources tasked with managing the managed service provider • Developed KPI’s for projects ensuring delivery & completion of projects • Streamlined the operations providing guidance, and facilitating work processes • Monitored reports to ensure compliance and progress against strategies • Collaborated with internal stakeholders to draft RFPs Show less

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  General Pension and Social Security Authority (GPSSAAE)

  Feb 2018 - Nov 2022

  Information Technology Director

  • Provide critical insight on the strategic digital transformation initiatives • Lead the transformation strategy and execution of the vital plans and projects • Maintain strong engagement with stakeholders • Engage with stakeholders to identify opportunities for enterprise-wide IT initiatives • Drive processes to enforce IT policies, & portfolio management• Conduct risk management assessments to ensure risks are minimized • Provide credible advice and recommendations on the recruitment process• Guide & coach employees enabling interactions to build core values • Lead teams with diverse technical & cultural backgrounds • Create a strategic roadmap for applications & systems • Pioneer & build crucial frameworks that uphold developments in IT operations • Oversee the IT strategic projects design & implementation of enterprise-wide disaster recovery • Streamline planned technical architecture, investments & solutions • Build relationships with business groups Show less

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  Higher Colleges of Technology

  Dec 2022 - now

  Vice President Information Technology