Asif Majeed
Preston,Lancashire
Summary
IT professional with expertise in Microsoft Server Technologies and Cisco certifications (CCNA, CCDA, CCIE). Proficient in cybersecurity strategy, data privacy compliance, and encryption protocols. Experienced in IT governance and vendor relationship management, ensuring effective technology integration. Focused on driving organizational success through innovative solutions and strategic initiatives.
Innovative Director of Technology driving business transformation through strategic tech initiatives. Led cross-functional teams to streamline operations and enhance digital capabilities, resulting in significant cost savings and improved customer satisfaction. Known for fostering collaborative environments and aligning technology with organisational goals to deliver impactful results.
Visionary leader with proven ability to innovate and drive technology initiatives. Demonstrates strong strategic thinking and excellent communication skills, combined with robust understanding of project management and team leadership. Poised to deliver transformative technology solutions that enhance organisational growth and efficiency.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work history
Director of technology
CSC UK Ltd
London
10.2013 - 08.2025
- Established commercially advantageous stakeholder relationships, ensuring timely project delivery.
- Implemented diverse tools and processes to enhance team initiative efficiency.
- Developed comprehensive understanding of client operations and business environments.
- Generated innovative ideas for service improvements and standardised documentation.
- Collaborated with senior leadership to align initiatives across partnerships.
- Contributed insights into opportunity plans for innovation strategies.
- Analysed partners' strategies, identified gaps, and executed continuous improvement solutions.
- Designed and delivered cutting-edge software applications, elevating service quality.
Solutions Architect and Project Manager – Contractual
JMH Lifestyle Ltd – Retail /FOSROC
London
11.2012 - 08.2013
- Successfully managed business acquisition of A Savile Row retailer, overseeing technology integration.
- Led complex data migration and upgrades to VOIP systems and POS CRM.
- Facilitated transition of SQL infrastructure and back office applications to Cloud/SaaS model.
- Coordinated various teams to collaborate with new technology group for seamless system upgrades.
- Translated complex technical concepts into simple language for non-technical staff members contributing to better understanding amongst teams.
- Ensured seamless integration with existing platforms by collaborating closely with the development team.
Pre-Sales Manager
CISCO SYSTEMS INC.
Dubai
04.2008 - 11.2012
- Led Systems Engineering, Sales, and Advanced Services teams to achieve strategic objectives.
- Drove Systems Engineering team to identify customer requirements and market challenges.
- Designed and proposed architectural roadmaps that aligned with customer goals, maximising Cisco's value.
- Ensured consistent adoption of architectural selling approaches and lessons learned across the team.
- Promoted and monitored services strategy to integrate Cisco and Partner services effectively.
- Established collaborative relationships with internal Cisco groups to enhance market insights and strategic direction.
- Provided mentorship during customer engagements on business value of Cisco solutions and technologies.
Education
AAT Level II & III Accounting - Book keeping to advanced financial statements, management accounting, and tax.
Cite Associates
LondonLondon Networking & Server Architecture Level III - Network integration of systems to connect resources
DCT Ltd
LondonSkills
- Microsoft Server Technologies (MCS)
- Neuro linguistics Programming Practitioner (NLP)
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
- Cisco Certified Design Associate (CCDA)
- Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE)
- Digital transformation execution
- Data privacy compliance
- Outsourcing management
- Encryption protocols
- Cybersecurity strategy
- Technological leadership
- Technology forecasting
- Scalability expertise
- IT governance
- Vendor relationship maintenance
- Technology integration
Hobbies and Interests
I am very keen on exercise, and I am driven to push myself to new levels of fitness. In addition, I study different types of therapies relating to the mind and general health. I love to do voluntary charity work and currently involved in Tutor Mate program to teach children reading skills online., Walked twenty-five feet barefooted over 1200 Degrees Celsius of hot coals at a NLP/Fire walking event at Heathrow – Sept 2005
Other experience
- Trafigura Ltd, London
- Barclays, London
- BAA, London
- ActionAid, London
- European Space Agency, Netherlands.
Timeline
Director of technology
CSC UK Ltd
10.2013 - 08.2025
Solutions Architect and Project Manager – Contractual
JMH Lifestyle Ltd – Retail /FOSROC
11.2012 - 08.2013
Pre-Sales Manager
CISCO SYSTEMS INC.
04.2008 - 11.2012
AAT Level II & III Accounting - Book keeping to advanced financial statements, management accounting, and tax.
Cite Associates
London Networking & Server Architecture Level III - Network integration of systems to connect resources
DCT Ltd
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