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Samer Batal

DIRECTOR OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ENTERPRISE INFRASTRUCTURE

Summary

DIRECTOR OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
DIRECTOR OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGYENTERPRISE INFRASTRUCTURE • CLOUD • CYBERSECURITY • DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION • ERP/MRP • CRM

SUMMARY
Technology executive with 20+ years of experience leading enterprise IT strategy, system & network administration, infrastructure modernization, cybersecurity governance, and digital transformation across large-scale environments. Recognized for aligning technology strategy with business objectives, building high-performing IT organizations, and delivering resilient enterprise platforms that improve operational efficiency and scalability. Expertise includes enterprise infrastructure, cloud platforms, cybersecurity frameworks, disaster recovery, automation technologies, vendor governance, building high-performing IT organizations supporting mission-critical operations, and implementing governance frameworks (ISO 27001/27002, & ISO 9001).


LEADERSHIP IMPACT
· Directed enterprise IT operations & cybersecurity strategy supporting 6,400+ global users.
· Led IT department of 12 engineers and administrators.
· Delivered 99.9% system availability across mission-critical enterprise infrastructure & cloud leadership.
· Reduced infrastructure and licensing costs by 25–30%, and directed risk management & threat mitigation.
· Implemented automation platforms reducing operational workload by 65–70%.

CORE CAPABILITIES

  • IT Strategy & Enterprise Architecture
  • Infrastructure, Cloud & Data Center Operations
  • Microsoft Azure & Hybrid Environments
  • Cybersecurity, Risk & Compliance (ISO 27001)
  • Disaster Recovery & Business Continuity
  • Digital Platforms (Mobile, Web, Portals)
  • Google Workspace Automation (Sheets, Apps Script)
  • Data & Operational Reporting Dashboards
  • Vendor, Budget & Contract Management
  • Program & Project Management (PMP, Agile)
  • Team Leadership & Organizational Enablement

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
14
14
Certification

Work History

Director of Info Tech & AI Solutions Architect

AI Holding Solutions
United States
07.2025 - Current

• Designed & launched 5+ mobile applications (iOS & Android) supporting administrative workflows & improving process efficiency by 30%.
• Established secure web portals & digital platforms supporting over 9,600 simultaneous users by leveraging Google services & Microsoft Azure, resulting in a 30% reduction in manual transaction processing time & enabling tenfold user base growth year over year.
• Improved operational efficiency by deploying AI-driven workflow automation systems, reducing process completion time by 45% across large- scale client projects within 12 months using Google Apps Script, & Python.
• Directed product lifecycle across 10+ digital solutions, including architecture, vendor selection, deployment, and optimization, improving delivery timelines by 25%.

IT Manager

The International School Of Choueifat
Al Sufouh 2, Dubai - United Arab Emirates
06.2006 - 07.2025

• Developed and executed IT strategy aligned with organizational growth, operational efficiency, and cybersecurity governance.
• Directed enterprise infrastructure strategy including cloud platforms, virtualization environments, networking architecture, and enterprise systems supporting mission-critical operations.
• Maintained 99.9%+ system uptime across mission-critical systems supporting large-scale operational environments.
• Oversaw enterprise technology investments and vendor contracts while reducing infrastructure and licensing costs by 25–30% through strategic consolidation and procurement optimization.
• Designed and implemented disaster recovery and backup frameworks reducing system recovery times by 55–60%.
• Implemented cybersecurity governance frameworks aligned with ISO 27001 security standards.
• Built automation platforms using Google Workspace and Apps Script, reducing manual administrative workload by 65–70%.
• Developed enterprise reporting dashboards improving data analysis and operational insights from days to minutes.
• Led procurement strategy managing $180k+ IT budget and vendor contracts, achieving 25–30% cost reduction, including contract lifecycle management for enterprise technology solutions.
• Owned and led optimization of ERP / MRP systems across finance, inventory, payroll, and POS operations, improving data accuracy and enabling business-critical reporting for 6,400+ users.
• Built and led IT department of 12 engineers and administrators delivering enterprise technology services across multiple operational departments.
• Managed enterprise IT budget and vendor ecosystem supporting 6,400+ users and multi-site infrastructure operations, Employee Lifecycle Management, network troubleshooting, and optimizing cost and service delivery
• Directed security operations and vulnerability management across endpoints, and network layers, reducing security incidents and response time by 30%.
• Administered Windows Server, Active Directory, GPO.

Head of Summer School (Leadership Assignment)

SABIS Bath, UK
Bath, UK
07.2022 - 08.2022

• Integrated real-time analytics with program operations, allowing cross-site leadership to react instantly to fluctuations in attendance, which contributed to an increase in on-time activity starts from 85% to 97% across two consecutive summer sessions, 2021 & 2022.

• Identified and eliminated process bottlenecks using Power BI analytics, cutting support resolution times from an average of 20 minutes to 8 minutes per incident while maintaining more than 98% program satisfaction.

• Spearheaded end-to-end planning and delivery for summer school operations serving over 200 students and 50 staff, integrating cloud-based scheduling tools and optimizing resource allocation to increase program capacity by 25% while maintaining 98% satisfaction rates over two consecutive seasons.

Head of Summer School (Leadership Assignment)

SABIS, UK Bath
Bath, UK
07.2021 - 08.2021

• Integrated real-time analytics with program operations, allowing cross-site leadership to react instantly to fluctuations in attendance, which contributed to an increase in on-time activity starts from 85% to 97% across two consecutive summer sessions, 2021 & 2022.

• Identified and eliminated process bottlenecks using Power BI analytics, cutting support resolution times from an average of 20 minutes to 8 minutes per incident while maintaining more than 98% program satisfaction.

• Spearheaded end-to-end planning and delivery for summer school operations serving over 200 students and 50 staff, integrating cloud-based scheduling tools and optimizing resource allocation to increase program capacity by 25% while maintaining 98% satisfaction rates over two consecutive seasons.

Assistant Operation Manager

ACI (Allied Company International)
Beirut, Lebanon
03.2005 - 05.2006

• Implemented Group Policy Objects (GPO) optimization across Windows infrastructure, accelerating account provisioning workflows by 40% and reducing helpdesk incident response times by 25% using integrated automation tools and process documentation.
• Supported ERP systems for finance, payroll, inventory, and POS operations.
• Facilitated coordination between five departmental IT teams and four external vendors, improving incident resolution time by 30% over a 12- month period through efficient ticketing and routine performance KPIs reviews.
• Provided second-level technical support across multiple operational departments.

Education

Master of Science - Master Of Education

American University Of Dubai (AUD)
Dubai - United Arab Emirates
2017

Bachelor of Science - Management Information System (M.I.S.)

State University Of New York (SUNY)
Albany, NY
2006

Skills

Automation: Google Sheets, Google Apps Script, Artificial Intelligence workflow automation platforms

Digital: iOS & Android Apps, Web Portals, CMS

Operating system: Windows, Windows Server, Linux

Security: Firewall installation & configuration, VPN, IPsec, Endpoints, WatchGuard, SonicWall

Networking: TCP/IP, Wi-Fi 80211, DHCP, DNS

Database: Microsoft Access, MS SQL, MySQL

Programming: C; HTML; JavaScript, PHP

Server Applications: Domain Controller, Microsoft Exchange Server, WSUS, MDT, WDS, File Server, Hyper-V, SCCM, SCOM, SCVMM, VMware, ManageEngine, HPDM, Proxmox

Backup Applications: DPM, Veeam, Veritas, Acronis

Management Technical Tools: Microsoft Project Management, Microsoft Navision, ERP, CRM, Microsoft office Suite

Management Tools: Planning for business continuity & disaster recovery, International cross-cultural management/Business ethics, Public relations, Customer service, System Analysis, Project Management, Initiative and curiosity, Attention to detail, Project orientation, Multi-task and manage competing priorities, Judgement and decision-making ability, & Communication skills

Project Management Tools: Developing Budgets, Coaching, Supervision, Staffing, Project Management, Management Proficiency, Process Improvement, Tracking Budget Expenses, Self-Development, Planning, Performance Management, & Inventory Control

Accomplishments

Directed IT infrastructure that supported over 6,400 users, led a team of IT professionals, and successfully oversaw projects with budgets exceeding $500K. Through strategic planning and process improvements, I increased operational efficiency by 50%, reduced downtime by 43%, and consistently achieved a 97% on-time project delivery rate. My expertise in optimizing IT systems and implementing cost-effective solutions resulted in a 60% reduction in hardware and software costs, while enhancing overall system performance by 70%.

Improved ERP system response time by 75% and user satisfaction by 73%. Led IT support, reducing system downtime by 80% and improving backup reliability by 95%.
And streamlined IT operations, cutting response time by 81%.

Certification

  • ISO 9001:2015
  • ISO27000:2013
  • ISO 27001:2013
  • ISO 27002:2013
  • ISO 19001:2013
  • Six Sigma
  • ITIL V3
  • MCSA
  • MCSE
  • CCNA
  • CCNE
  • PMP
  • SCRUM

Work Availability

monday
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morning
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Languages

Arabic
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Advanced (C1)
French
Intermediate (B1)

Quote

“The only way to do great work is to love what you do. If you haven’t found it yet, keep looking. Don’t settle.”
Steve Jobs

Affiliations

  • Member, Project Management Institute (PMI)

Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

On-SiteRemoteHybrid

Important To Me

Career advancementPersonal development programs

Software

Windows Server Administration

Linux Administration

VMware Virtualization

Microsoft Azure

SQL Database Management

HTML Development

JavaScript Development

SCCM (System Center Configuration Manager)

SCOM (System Center Operations Manager)

ERP Systems Management

Microsoft 365 Administration

Azure Active Directory

Bash Scripting

Project Management Software

Confluence for Documentation

Microsoft Teams for Collaboration

Splunk for Log Management

Google Cloud Platform (GCP)

Power BI for Business Analytics

Zoho CRM

VMware vSphere for Virtualization

Hyper-V for Virtualization

Veeam for Backup Solutions

Veritas NetBackup

Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio

Symantec Endpoint Protection

McAfee ePolicy Orchestrator

Splunk for Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)

SolarWinds Network Performance Monitor

Cisco Meraki for Network Management

Adobe Creative Suite

Interests

IT Infrastructure Management

Network Administration

Server Management

Virtualization Technologies

Disaster Recovery Planning

IT Security

Project Management

Budgeting and Cost Management

Process Improvement

Resource Allocation

Risk Management

Team Leadership

Staff Hiring and Training

Performance Evaluation

Cross-Functional Leadership

Strategic Planning

System Audits

Financial Forecasting

Business Continuity Planning

Customer Service

Vendor Relations

SLA Management

Vendor Negotiation

Technical Support

ERP Systems Implementation

ITIL Service Management

Six Sigma Process Improvement

SCRUM Methodology

Bash Scripting

Compliance Management

IT Asset Management

IT Documentation

Inventory Management

Workflow Coordination

Quality Assurance

Network Security

Teamwork and Collaboration

Multitasking

Team Building

Data Analytics

MIS Services

System Integration

Automation and Scripting

Backup Solutions

Information Management

Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI)

Endpoint Security

End-User Training

Timeline

Director of Info Tech & AI Solutions Architect

AI Holding Solutions
07.2025 - Current

Head of Summer School (Leadership Assignment)

SABIS Bath, UK
07.2022 - 08.2022

Head of Summer School (Leadership Assignment)

SABIS, UK Bath
07.2021 - 08.2021

IT Manager

The International School Of Choueifat
06.2006 - 07.2025

Assistant Operation Manager

ACI (Allied Company International)
03.2005 - 05.2006

Master of Science - Master Of Education

American University Of Dubai (AUD)

Bachelor of Science - Management Information System (M.I.S.)

State University Of New York (SUNY)
Samer BatalDIRECTOR OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ENTERPRISE INFRASTRUCTURE