Pierre Akiki
Zouk Mosbeh
Summary
IT Operations Lead with over 20 years of experience in system and network engineering, specializing in IT infrastructure management, security, and cloud systems. Skilled in leading IT projects, optimizing infrastructure performance, and implementing disaster recovery solutions. Proven ability to reduce downtime and manage IT budgets efficiently. Adept at cross-functional team collaboration and vendor management to ensure business continuity and technical excellence.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
IT Operations Lead
Merit Invest
12.2019 - Current
- Supervise and mentor a team of IT support staff, oversee maintenance and optimization of IT infrastructure, ensure timely resolution of technical issues, manage vendor relationships, lead IT projects, implement IT policies, and manage the IT operations budget.
Senior System & Network Engineer
Triple C
03.2004 - 02.2019
- Served as IT consultant, provided full IT support for over 30 companies, monitored and maintained computer systems and networks, and installed and configured computer systems and applications.
Education
Certificate in Executive Management -
USJ – Centre De Formation Professionnelle
02.2024
VMware Certified Professional V6 – Datacenter Virtualization -
11.2015
Microsoft Exchange 2013 Certifications -
03.2015
NetApp Clustered Data ONTAP Administration -
11.2014
Fortinet Certifications -
02.2014
NetApp Certified Data Management Administrator -
04.2013
Microsoft Certified IT Professional -
02.2011
BT in Electricity -
Institut Cortbawi
01.2004
Skills
Infrastructure: Windows/Linux servers, virtualization (VMware/Hyper-V), cloud platforms (AWS/Azure)
Networking: Network design, configuration (Cisco, ARUBA)
Monitoring Tools: PRTG, SolarWinds
Security: Firewalls, VPNs, endpoint security, data backup solutions
Currentstatus
IT Operations Lead
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 03/30/82
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: Lebanese
- Marital Status: Divorced
References
Available upon request.
Hobbies and Interests
- Sports
- Music
- Internet
- Latest Technologies
Technicalskillsandcompetences
Microsoft Windows Server, Linux, Unix, VMware ESX, vSphere Client, Microsoft Hyper-V, SAN, NAS, NetApp, VXrail, QNAP, Cabling, Switches, Routers, Fortinet Firewalls, VPNs, Endpoint Security, Acronis, Symantec Backup Exec, Veeam, Java, C#, VB.net, ASP.net, Oracle, Delphi, Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, CorelDraw
Timeline
IT Operations Lead
Merit Invest
12.2019 - Current
Senior System & Network Engineer
Triple C
03.2004 - 02.2019
Microsoft Exchange 2013 Certifications -
NetApp Clustered Data ONTAP Administration -
Fortinet Certifications -
NetApp Certified Data Management Administrator -
Microsoft Certified IT Professional -
BT in Electricity -
Institut Cortbawi
Certificate in Executive Management -
USJ – Centre De Formation Professionnelle
VMware Certified Professional V6 – Datacenter Virtualization -
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