Katada Kubuaa

 

Location: Baghdad, Iraq
Email: [email protected]
Mob.: (+964) 781 470 6151
Skype: katada.fareed
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katada-kubuaa/
Website: https://katada-kubuaa.com/

 

Summary: Talented expert with 22 years of experience in Information Technology, Telecommunication, Logistics, Coordination,

Monitoring and Evaluation, Field Operations, and Team Support, earned client’s satisfaction and endorsement for his attitude and professionalism.

 

Languages: Arabic (Native), English (Fluent).

Education: BSc. in Physics Sciences, Baghdad University.

 

Summary of Related Skills:
• More than 8 years of experience in satellite communication, VSAT systems and RF links.
• Experienced in VOIP, PABX, Microwave links, NAS, Cisco, Mikrotik, PA/GA, CCTV, and fire alarms.
• More than 15 years of experience in PC and servers, Windows and Linux operating systems.
• Strong experience in the designing and implementing ICT networks infrastructure (Fiber Optic, CATX).
• Hands-on experience in working with the EU, Familiar with international NGOs standards and procedures.
• Experienced in the implementation of Iraq’s Electronic Government project funded by the USAID.
• Over 14 years of experience in administration and troubleshooting of IT networks and computer systems.
• Outstanding ability in analyzing and improving ICT systems performance, security, and integrity.
• Proven records in client support, efficient performance meeting or exceeding SLAs.
• Familiar with planning automatic backups and disaster recovery strategies.
• Strong experience in HF, VHF, UHF, and PTP and PTMP links.
• Excellent experience in project management assistance.
• Experienced in reporting, evaluation, documentation, training, and multi tasking.
• Strong experience in staff administration, supervision, and coaching.
• Experienced in logistics, field operations, and quality control.
• Proactive team member, independent, with great problem-solving skills.
• Quick Learner, flexible, and integrates smoothly into multi culture environments.

 

Work Experience:

 

IT Systems Administrator
Oct 2020 – Present: Enana Medical Group, Baghdad .
• Planned and executed comprehensive upgrade of IT networks and database severs in HQ and branches.
•Provided help desk support for staff, both in person and via remote access .
• Handled procurement of IT & telecommunication equipment and security devices.
• Created central automated network health check monitoring using Linux servers.

 

ICT Expert
Aug 2019 – Present: Al-Barhain for Trade and General Contracts, Salahuldeen .
• Designed and supervised the implementation of large scale security surveillance and CCTV systems for police department

covering all of Salahuldeen province north of Baghdad.
• Procurement of ICT and integral items including IP cameras, NVRs, TV wall, thermal systems, wireless links, remote

monitoring modules, L3 switches, solar panels, smart PV controllers and AC chargers, etc.
• Implemented ANPR system to detect and archive vehicles plate numbers passing at check points.
• Procurement of customized 12 meters steel poles and accessories, and customized outdoor cabinets.
• Interconnect remote CCTV networks with central command building in Tikrit via national fiber optic network.
• Planning IP networks topology and data flow.

 

ICT Technician / Focal Point
August 2018 – Aug 2019: Isotrol, Baghdad.
• To liaise and coordinate with the Iraqi Ministry of Municipalities regarding operation and maintenance of remote water gauging stations, workstations, and state of the art data center supplied by EU-Funded project titled “Water Monitoring Task Force – Iraq” – (Europe Aid/135762-€7M).
• Translate requests, questions & answers, technical manuals and non-technical documents from Arabic to English and vice versa, Attend meetings, exchange emails and phone calls with government officials.
• Provide Information and Communication Technology (ICT) support to maintain the supplied equipment, repair hardware and software items upon request, and perform on-site training for government employees on IT, calibration of sensors, data loggers, and portable tool kits.

 

Senior IT Expert
Sep. 2015 – June 2018 : Sici Dominus (On Behalf of the European Union, DEVCO).
• Supervised the implementation of Iraqi National Water Monitoring Network in EU-funded project titled “Water Monitoring Task Force – Iraq” – (Europe Aid/135762-€7M).
• Participated in preparing technical specifications of IT & ICT parts of the project to procure the supplies (€1.8M) in order to implement an integrated water quality monitoring system and provide the national authorities with tools to analyze the collected data.
• Handled coordination with ministries, data analysis & development of existing water monitoring infrastructure.
• Designed and delivered 3 training courses on IT operation and maintenance to 58 employees of the Government of Iraq under the supervision of the EU delegation.
• Handled the design and implementation of project brochures and media materials.
• Participated in technical meetings with beneficiary, suppliers and service providers.
• Assisted in the creation and publication of project website https://www.wmp-iq.com/.

 

Office Manager Assistant
Nov 2013 – May 2014 : IHEC (Independent High Election Commission), Al-Qaim.
• Managed the registration of voters, documents archiving, and updating IHEC database.
• Handled the distribution of smart voting cards for eligible voters.
• Supervised the election process at the Election Day back in April 30, 2014 in Al-Qaim area.
• Coordinated activities and staff tasks in the election station where we had 3 ballots and 758 active voters.
• Provided detailed report to IHEC including statistics, analysis, conclusions, locks serial numbers, etc.

 

Technical Services Manager
June 2013 – Oct 2013 : Chroo Group, Erbil.
• Planned and managed technical services and technologies, including supporting Honeywell industrial products.
• Supervised activities of technical and non-technical team members to raise promotion efficiency and obtaining new business opportunities.
• Designed and delivered safety courses in construction sites, enhancing safety and precautions in the fields.
• Participated in evaluation of tenders, preparing proposals, technical offers and bidding documents.

 

Maintenance Technician
March 2013 – June 2013: Al-Jawhara factory for hot pressed wooden doors, Al-Qaim.
• Supervised the installation and programming of PLC controlled machines, maintenance and systems upgrade.
• Optimized service cycles for machines & tools, increasing its efficiency and life time.
• Organized work procedures to reduce time consumption resulting increasing profit margin.

• Produced promotion materials and products brochures.

ICT Specialist
Nov 2012 – Feb 2013: Al-Fakhar Co., Baghdad.
• Performed installation, configuration and maintenance of water quality monitoring sensors, data loggers, and earthquake sensors in dams and lakes designed to provide early warnings to protect people and water resources.
• Provided IT support for new gauging stations operated by the Iraqi ministry of water resources.
• Participated in evaluation of tenders, preparing proposals, technical offers and bidding documents.

 

ICT Specialist
Aug. 2010 – May 2011 : Iraqi Consulting & Construction Bureau, Al-Kut.
• Designed and implemented large scale IT and Telecommunication infrastructure in PETRONAS base camp.
• Planned and executed field activities to initiate underground networks of optical fiber, PABX, PA/GA, CCTV, LAN, and WAN cabling in accommodations, offices , and utilities, VSAT, VOIP, Video conferencing, and Intelligent addressable fire alarm system.
• Coaching team of supervisors, technical and non-technical workers in the field.
• Provided help desk IT support for clients (PETRONAS & Weatherford) to maintain PCs, printers, etc.

 

Vehicle Diagnostic Technician
April 2008 – Aug 2010 : Sole proprietor, Baghdad.
• Performed diagnostic of electronic systems to detect defects in cars, SUVs, trucks, and electrical generators.
• Serviced electronic controllers like ECU, TCU, SRS, EPS and more.
• Performed fine tune procedures for fuel consumption and ignition cycles in gasoline and diesel engines.

 

ICT Specialist
Jan 2007 – March 2008: Chroo Group, Al-Qaim.
• Supervised IT & Telecom tasks in 4 large construction sites ($90 Million in total), provided IT support help desk for clients and staff including PCs and printers, networks, and other resources.
• Produced comprehensive daily progress reports detailing completed and scheduled activities.
• Performed as focal point for client and local teams.
• Supervised quality control of construction materials and submitting datasheet for each item to the client’s quality assurance department for review and approval.
• Performed site survey and evaluation in terms of applicable telecommunications solutions.
• Handled communications with vendors and suppliers to arrange procurement of all construction materials.
• Designed and implemented electrical Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS) controller for the Point of Entry (POE) project.
• Assisted electrical engineers in detecting and solving Engine Controller Unit (ECU) problems for 3 electrical generators (750 KVA, 1650 KVA).

 

Technical Engineer
Dec. 2003 – July 2006 : Lunasat, Baghdad.
• Installed & maintained many types of VSAT systems, including DVB, SCPC and TDMA technologies in C, Ku, and Ka bands, fixed and motorized antenna mounts.
• Participated in electronic government project funded by USAID by interconnecting remote branches of Taxes, Customs, and Finance departments in provinces with its headquarters in Baghdad using satellite links.
• Performed configuration of Cisco routers and Catalyst switches.
• Performed installation of VOIP gateways and IP traffic termination converters to GSM and landlines.
• Provided technical support and training for clients in person or via remote access.
• Performed installation and maintenance of computers and servers (hardware & software).
• Performed advanced programming of bandwidth monitoring & control servers (Mikrotk), which enabled our clients to maintain secure, reliable, and congestion-free networks.
• Installed, configured and maintained walky-talky, handheld radios, and base stations in HF, VHF, and UHF bands.
• Performed installation and maintenance of microwave links in 2.4, 3.5, and 5.8 GHz bands, base stations, users’ subscribers and terminals.