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Sayem Abdullah Rihan

Manager, Information Technology
Dhaka
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Sayem Abdullah Rihan

Summary

Dynamic IT manager with over 8 years of experience across FinTech and EdTech sectors, specializing in cybersecurity, cloud solutions, and strategic IT financial management. Proven expertise in enhancing operational efficiency, implementing robust IT infrastructures, and achieving significant cost savings. Adept at leading cross-functional teams to exceed business goals through innovative technology solutions.

Overview

7
Certificates
8
years of professional experience
3
Languages

Skills

SQL, NEXTJS, JS, React, TypeScript

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Certification

Palo Alto Networks Cybersecurity Specialization

Timeline

Cybersecurity for Everyone, University of Maryland

04-2024

Google Cybersecurity Certified Professional

04-2024

ITIL 4 Fundamentals - Essentials of IT Service Management

04-2024

Palo Alto Networks Cybersecurity Specialization

02-2024

Leadership and Team Development, IBMI

05-2023
Business English Certification Test (BECT)
04-2023

Manager, Information Technology

NEXT Ventures
12.2022 - Current

EF SET English Certification - C1 Advanced

09-2022

IT Team Lead

Shikho
04.2022 - 11.2022

Analyst IT Operations

ShopUp
07.2021 - 03.2022

Assistant Manager IT Infrastructure

ShopUp
08.2018 - 06.2021

IT Technical Operations Lead

InfoFort
01.2017 - 01.2018

IT Administrator

Bell Pepper Limited
05.2015 - 06.2016

University of Information Technology & Sciences

Bachelor of Science from CSE
2014 - 2019 (5 years)

Languages

English
Advanced (C1)
Bengali
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Hindi
Intermediate (B1)

Work History

NEXT Ventures
Dhaka, Bangladesh

Manager, Information Technology
12.2022 - Current

Job overview

  • Leading IT strategies at proprietary trading firm serving customers globally.
  • Cloud Infrastructure Overhaul: Directed deployment of JumpCloud and Okta SSO, enhancing security and user management, key to firm’s digital strategy.
  • Cost-Saving Initiatives: Achieved $61K annual savings through strategic IT financial initiatives, optimizing budget and resource allocation.
  • IT Framework Development: Constructed comprehensive IT framework, significantly boosting operational efficiency through automation and redundancy elimination.

Shikho
Dhaka, Bangladesh

IT Team Lead
04.2022 - 11.2022

Job overview

  • Managed IT operations for educational content delivery at new facility.
  • Infrastructure Development: Led setup of IT infrastructure for new site, ensuring robust content delivery systems for 200+ staff.
  • Financial Management: Delivered $55K in cost reductions by implementing targeted financial strategies.
  • Leadership & Talent Development: Cultivated a high-performance team environment, enhancing productivity and innovation.

ShopUp
Dhaka, Bangladesh

Analyst IT Operations
07.2021 - 03.2022

Job overview

  • Focused on system performance and reliability enhancements across operations.
  • System Uptime Improvement: Ensured 99.9% system uptime through strategic upgrades and disaster recovery enhancements.
  • Project Leadership: Led IT projects that enhanced service delivery efficiency by 40%, improving stakeholder satisfaction.
  • Security and Compliance: Strengthened security measures, reducing vulnerabilities by over 50% through advanced configurations.

ShopUp
Dhaka, Bangladesh

Assistant Manager IT Infrastructure
08.2018 - 06.2021

Job overview

  • Oversaw infrastructure services, improving systems and reducing costs.
  • Operational Cost Reduction: Streamlined IT operations, cutting operational costs by 20% through effective project management.
  • Infrastructure Upgrades: Integrated cloud services and platforms like O365 and Azure, increasing system stability and agility.
  • Vendor and Budget Oversight: Managed vendor negotiations and budgeting processes, achieving 15% reduction in IT spending.

InfoFort
Dhaka, Bangladesh

IT Technical Operations Lead
01.2017 - 01.2018

Job overview

  • Enhanced IT infrastructure and security for secure document archiving.
  • Infrastructure Management: Improved overall system performance and reliability through strategic upgrades and robust management practices.
  • Disaster Recovery: Implemented comprehensive disaster recovery plans, significantly reducing potential downtime.
  • Procurement and Vendor Management: Optimized procurement strategy, maintaining stringent SLA compliance and cost efficiency.

Bell Pepper Limited
Dhaka, Bangladesh

IT Administrator
05.2015 - 06.2016

Job overview

  • Supported network and system infrastructure for high-end catering service.
  • Network Implementation: Deployed robust networking solutions using CISCO technologies, enhancing operational efficiency and connectivity.
  • Technical Troubleshooting: Resolved hardware and software issues, maintaining high service levels and system stability.
  • Support and Maintenance: Provided effective system maintenance and support, ensuring reliable and continuous service delivery.

Software

Frontend: Reactjs, Nextjs, Redux, Tailwind CSS, Axios, TypeScript

Backend: Nodejs, Express, MongoDB, Appwrite

API Integration: Swagger, RESTful APIs, JWT

UI/UX Design: Familiar with component libraries like Radix UI and Tailwind CSS

CI/CD: Jenkins, GitHub Actions

Education

University of Information Technology & Sciences
Dhaka

Bachelor of Science from CSE
2014 - 2019 (5 years)

Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Work Location

HybridRemoteOn-Site

Important To Me

Work-life balancePersonal development programsTeam Building / Company RetreatsCareer advancement

Personal Information

Name: Sayem Abdullah Rihan (Prefers to be called Rihan).

Age: 27 years old.

Current Position: Manager of Information Technology at NEXT Ventures.

Preferred Solutions: Rihan prefers solutions that are directly tailored to his given problem scenarios without repeated examples. He values concise, intelligent, and precise responses that focus on solving the issue presented, avoiding unnecessary elaboration or extraneous details.

Interests and Focus Areas:

Full-Stack Development

Cloud Infrastructure Management

SaaS Development

Security and Compliance

Continuous Learning

Exploring New Technologies

Optimizing System Performance

Enhancing User Experience

Automation and Artificial Intelligence

Scalable Architecture

Collaboration and Knowledge Sharing

Interests

My interests span across Full-Stack Development, Cloud Infrastructure Management, and SaaS Development, with a strong emphasis on Security and Compliance. I am committed to Continuous Learning and enjoy exploring new technologies to stay ahead in the industry. Optimizing System Performance and Enhancing User Experience are key areas I focus on, along with Automation and Artificial Intelligence, which I believe are essential for modern applications. I am also passionate about designing Scalable Architecture and value Collaboration and Knowledge Sharing within the tech community. Cybersecurity is another critical area for me, where I concentrate on implementing robust security measures, protecting systems from vulnerabilities, and integrating cybersecurity practices into software development and cloud infrastructure management

Sayem Abdullah RihanManager, Information Technology