Technology consultant with 12+ years of experience in IT leadership, project management, and systems implementation. Proven ability to design and implement IT solutions that reduce costs, improve efficiency, and strengthen security. Specialized in cloud migrations (AWS, Azure, GCP), data-driven decision-making, and cybersecurity best practices. Experienced in leading cross-functional teams and managing complex projects using Agile and Scrum methodologies.
Shaped the technological vision of Taqrer.net, a comprehensive data analytics platform, achieving a 25% increase in user adoption within the first quarter. Orchestrated the migration of core business applications and databases to AWS (EC2, RDS, S3), reducing IT operational costs by 18% and improving system uptime to 99.9%. Deployed cybersecurity safeguards, including vulnerability assessments and penetration testing, reducing security incidents by 40%. Guided the adoption of Agile/Scrum methodologies, improving project delivery time by 30%.
Developed and executed a comprehensive IT strategy aligned with business objectives, resulting in a 15% increase in overall company efficiency. Led a team of 10+ IT professionals, providing mentorship, performance evaluations, and strategic direction. Deployed Salesforce Sales Cloud, integrating it with existing marketing automation tools, which increased sales team productivity by 12% and improved lead qualification rates. Instituted a company-wide cybersecurity awareness training program, reducing phishing click rates by 20%.
Founded and grew Digitalize Lab, a technology consulting firm, securing 20+ clients in the first two years. Delivered tailored technology solutions, driving an average of 25% revenue growth for clients. Cultivated and maintained strong client relationships, achieving a 95% client retention rate.
Spearheaded the creation of a new e-commerce platform, resulting in a 30% increase in online sales. Transitioned the infrastructure to a cloud-based solution (Azure), improving system scalability and reducing infrastructure costs by 20%. Established a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy, mitigating security vulnerabilities by 35%.
Oversaw the company's technology initiatives, launching 5 new products and services. Oversaw the technology budget, achieving a 10% reduction in IT spending while maintaining service levels. Established a robust data backup and disaster recovery plan, ensuring business continuity. Successfully transitioned the company's infrastructure to a hybrid cloud environment (AWS and on-premise).
Guided the execution of digital marketing strategies, increasing website traffic by 40% and lead generation by 25%. Introduced a new CRM system, improving customer relationship management and increasing sales conversion rates by 15%.
Founded and scaled Future Link for Information Technology, a startup company, securing seed funding and building a team of 10+ employees. Oversaw the development and launch of a SaaS-based project management tool for small businesses, achieving 1000+ downloads within the first three months of release.
Focus: Network Administration, Database Management, Software Development
SQL, JSON, XML, YAML, Markdown, MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis, Metabase, Terraform, Ansible, Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack, Scrum, Kanban
Cybersecurity Landscape, Threat Intelligence, Community Cybersecurity Engagement, Technology Trends
Technology Consultant
Saudi Arabia | +966 50 689 4885 | amolood@icloud.com
Cloud Migration (AWS, Azure, GCP), Cybersecurity, Penetration Testing, Vulnerability Assessments, Incident Response, IT Project Management, Agile/Scrum, Data Analysis, Stakeholder Management, Regulatory Compliance (GDPR, HIPAA, PCI DSS), Risk Management, Security Audits, SIEM (Splunk), IT Strategy
HALOUL AL-THUQA For Information Technology (2024 - Present)
JLL for information technology (2023 - Present)
Digitalize Lab (2019 - 2024)
Mulfi for information technology (2019 - 2023)
JOVIA Co Ltd (2018 - 2023)
Rahtak for E-marketing (2018 - 2019)
Future Link for information technology (2017 - 2019)
Web Development & Cybersecurity Specialization (2002 - 2024)
Information Technology Management (2010 - 2013)
Focus: Network Administration, Database Management, Software Development
Programming Languages & Markup: HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript (ES6+), PHP, SQL, Python, JSON, XML, YAML, Markdown
Frameworks & Libraries: Laravel, Node.js, Express.js, React, Vue.js, jQuery, Bootstrap, Sass, Less
Databases & Data Management: MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis, Database Design, Data Modeling, Data Analysis, Data Warehousing, ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) Processes, Data Visualization, Tableau
Cloud Platforms & Technologies: AWS (EC2, S3, Lambda, RDS, CloudFormation), Azure (Virtual Machines, Blob Storage, Functions, SQL Database), GCP (Compute Engine, Cloud Storage, Cloud Functions, Cloud SQL), Serverless Architectures, Docker, Kubernetes, Cloud Security
Cybersecurity: Security Audits, Vulnerability Assessments, Penetration Testing, Threat Intelligence, Incident Response, SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) (Splunk), IDS/IPS (Intrusion Detection Systems/Intrusion Prevention Systems), Firewall Management, Network Security, Endpoint Security, DLP (Data Loss Prevention), Cryptography, Secure Coding, Security Awareness Training, GDPR Compliance, HIPAA Compliance, PCI DSS Compliance
DevOps & Infrastructure: CI/CD (Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment) (Jenkins, GitLab CI), Infrastructure as Code (IaC) (Terraform, Ansible), Version Control (Git, GitHub), Linux System Administration, Shell Scripting, Monitoring & Logging (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack)
IT Project Management: IT Strategy & Planning, Business Process Analysis, Business Process Improvement, Change Management, Agile Project Management (Scrum, Kanban), Requirements Gathering, Stakeholder Management, Risk Management
Web/App Development: Mobile-First Design, Responsive Web Design, Secure Web Development, Cross-Browser Testing, Debugging, API Development (REST (Representational State Transfer), GraphQL (Graph Query Language)), Web Accessibility (WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines))
Professional Skills: Communication (Written & Verbal), Collaboration, Teamwork, Technical Troubleshooting, Strategic Analysis, Project Prioritization, Client Presentations, Strategic Planning
Cybersecurity Landscape, Threat Intelligence, Community Cybersecurity Engagement, Technology Trends