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Kashif Tahir Chohan

Birmingham,Birmingham

Summary

IT professional with expertise in strategic planning, budgeting, and change management. Background includes IT infrastructure, networking, and contract management with a focus on service-level agreements. Proficient in Cisco networking, Linux, and Microsoft Windows, emphasizing business continuity and disaster recovery. Experience in managing industrial automation systems and data center design within ITIL framework, delivering innovative solutions that enhance organizational performance.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Technical support manager

Technologium LTD
Birmingham
07.2020 - 07.2025

Oversaw Level 1–3 support operations for end users and critical business systems.

  • Ensured timely resolution of technical issues across hardware, software, networks, and applications.
  • Managed IT support tickets using service desk tools such as ITIL and Freshservice.
  • Led and mentored a team of IT support technicians and engineers.
  • I was responsible for conducting performance reviews and facilitating training and upskilling initiatives.
  • Monitored and enhanced SLAs, uptime, and user satisfaction metrics.
  • Managed external vendors for hardware, software, and support contracts.
  • Oversaw license renewals, warranty tracking, and IT asset lifecycle management.
  • Managed a team of technicians for streamlined troubleshooting processes.
  • Developed comprehensive maintenance plans for consistent system reliability.
  • Improved system efficiency by implementing innovative technical solutions.
  • Upgraded outdated systems with cutting-edge technology solutions.
  • Developed strategic IT processes to improve workflow efficiency.
  • Streamlining software deployment procedures significantly increased productivity.
  • Coordinated staff training sessions for improved technical knowledge.
  • Established robust data recovery systems to safeguard vital information.
  • Enhanced customer service with swift problem resolution techniques.
  • Initiated proactive measures for enhanced cyber security protocols.
  • Supervised software testing phases, ensuring error-free final product delivery.

IT Operations Manager

Almoaeed Technologies
Dubai, Dubai
11.2013 - 07.2020
  • Executed organisation's IT infrastructure master plan and strategy.
  • Monitored weekly IT activities, assessing monthly progress against objectives.
  • Proposed new IT solutions to enhance client productivity.
  • Benchmarked and analysed IT systems, providing recommendations for improvements.
  • Managed multiple IT infrastructure projects through all phases, including initiation and closure.
  • Oversaw implementation of security and disaster recovery plans for IT operations.
  • Coordinated with managers to assess IT needs and propose effective solutions.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of information technology systems and asset management records.

IT/ERP Manager

Asia Prime General Contracting
Sharjah
01.2010 - 03.2013
  • Upgraded Oracle EBS efficiently, including patch application, operating system, and database enhancements.
  • Optimised performance tuning of all servers and applications to ensure timely responses.
  • Conducted periodic system monitoring for servers, operating systems, and databases as per schedule.
  • Managed Oracle Real Application Clusters and Oracle Data Guard effectively.
  • Ensured reliable data backups in compliance with backup policies and schedules.
  • Oversaw management and operations of virtual environment using VMware.
  • Evaluated infrastructure components to align with corporate standards and benchmarks.
  • Recommended tools to enhance infrastructure efficiency, managing vendor relationships and IT purchases.

IT Manager

Construction Technology Contracting
Ras Al Khaimah
05.2005 - 11.2009
  • Executed IT infrastructure master plan and strategy for organisation.
  • Reported weekly on status of IT activities and monthly on objectives achievement.
  • Provided innovative IT solutions to enhance productivity across company.
  • Benchmarked, analysed, and recommended improvements for IT infrastructure and systems.
  • Managed multiple IT infrastructure projects from initiation through to closing phases.
  • Coordinated with managers to assess IT needs and propose suitable solutions.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of technology systems and asset management records.
  • Implemented security and disaster recovery plans for all IT activities.

Assistant To IT Manager

Bin Ghalib Engineering
Sharjah
02.2004 - 04.2005
  • Designed and administered remote data centre operations in Dubai, ensuring optimal performance.
  • Maintained network security with PIX firewall and secured perimeter routers.
  • Configured failover PIX and routers using HSRP for enhanced reliability.
  • Administered Informix database to support operational needs.
  • Automated processes through bash and Perl scripts, optimising workflow efficiency.
  • Managed company web server (Apache/Tomcat) and secure FTP site.
  • Utilised network management software to analyse traffic statistics and recommend performance improvements.
  • Implemented statistical monitoring system (Nagios) for comprehensive service oversight.

Education

Master in Computer Science - IT

Riphah International University
Islamabad
/2001 - /2003

Bachelor in Commerce - Commerce

Hailey College Punjab University
Lahore, Pakistan

Masters in enterprise Cyber Security - IT

Open Institute of Information Technology
Malta
03.2024 - 11.2025

Skills

  • IT strategic planning and budgeting
  • IT infrastructure and networking
  • Service level agreements
  • Operational-level agreements
  • Contract management
  • Business continuity and disaster recovery
  • IT project management
  • System integration and database management
  • Oracle E-Business Suite
  • ITIL framework implementation

Certification

  • Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA 3.0), 2011
  • Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), 2006
  • Certificate in Advance Network Design, 2001
  • Certificate in Visual Programming, 2001
  • Oracle Certified Database Administrator, 2000

Custom

Senior IT Manager, Currently, designated as Quality/ERP Manager, challenge and change are my passion, and professionalism is my flavour. As part of the project team my responsibilities include, IT Infrastructure: - Able to deliver and measure operational and strategic IT objectives, starting from scoping, planning, designing and building, operating and optimizing, to restructuring and right-sizing, testing and benchmarking, to projects migration planning, installation, integration scoping and user acceptance. Got strong background in Cisco (CCNA), Linux/Unix/Solaris and MS-based networks, Service Delivery & Management Standards (ITIL), IT quality controls & Standards (COBiT), and Information Security Standards (ISO 27001). Rich in practical experience in Industrial Automation systems, System Engineering & Analysis, Developing methodologies, Networking, and Electronic Broadcasting Systems and equipment with a high sense of responsibility, sense of urgency, proficiency, acting proactively and working under undervalues.

Personal Information

  • Title: Architect of IT/ERP Infrastructure
  • Nationality: Pakistani

Languages

English
Upper intermediate
Urdu
Native
Arabic
Elementary

Timeline

Masters in enterprise Cyber Security - IT

Open Institute of Information Technology
03.2024 - 11.2025

Technical support manager

Technologium LTD
07.2020 - 07.2025

IT Operations Manager

Almoaeed Technologies
11.2013 - 07.2020

IT/ERP Manager

Asia Prime General Contracting
01.2010 - 03.2013

IT Manager

Construction Technology Contracting
05.2005 - 11.2009

Assistant To IT Manager

Bin Ghalib Engineering
02.2004 - 04.2005

Master in Computer Science - IT

Riphah International University
/2001 - /2003

Bachelor in Commerce - Commerce

Hailey College Punjab University
Kashif Tahir Chohan