Riyadh, Saudi Arabia · Available

Shaijal
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12+ years designing, building, and operating IT infrastructure that keeps organisations running. Currently leading IT operations at the Center for Governance (PIF).

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  "name": "Shaijal Ellikkal",
  "role": "IT Assistant Manager",
  "org": "Center for Governance",
  "location": "Riyadh, KSA",
  "experience": "12+ years",
  "certs": ["PMP", "CCNA",
            "RHCE", "OCI"],
  "connections": "500+"
}
// 01 / about

About

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Highly dedicated Information Technology Manager with 12+ years of experience designing, developing, and maintaining IT infrastructure to meet business requirements.

Proven expertise in managing resources effectively to ensure optimal performance and support organizational goals — across service management, infrastructure, cloud, and end-user enablement.

IT ManagerSystem EngineerNetwork AdministratorCloud EngineerCyber SecurityPMP Mindset
skills.txt
  • 01IT Project Management
  • 02Application Management & Administration
  • 03IT Service Management
  • 04Digital Transformation
  • 05System & Network Administration
  • 06Cloud Administration
  • 07IT Infrastructure Management
  • 08End-User Training & Technical Support
  • 09IT Consultation
// 02 / experience

Experience

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Apr 2025 — Present

IT Assistant Manager

Center for Governance (PIF)
Full-time · Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Managing end-to-end IT operations for a national governance initiative under the Public Investment Fund (PIF).

  • ›Manage and maintain end-to-end IT infrastructure, ensuring high availability, performance, and scalability across the organization.
  • ›Oversee network administration and implement robust network security measures, including firewalls, VPNs, and access controls.
  • ›Administer and support the Microsoft 365 environment, including user management, security policies, and collaboration tools.
  • ›Handle device and endpoint management using Microsoft Intune, ensuring compliance and security across all corporate devices.
  • ›Develop and enforce cybersecurity policies, monitor threats, and implement proactive measures to safeguard organizational data and systems.
  • ›Manage and support business-critical applications including Kayan HR, Oracle NetSuite, Zoho CRM, and Clockify.
  • ›Provide IT support and troubleshooting for hardware, software, and network-related issues, ensuring minimal downtime.
  • ›Lead IT projects, system upgrades, and technology implementations aligned with business goals.
  • ›Monitor system performance, conduct regular audits, and ensure compliance with IT standards and best practices.
  • ›Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize business processes through technology solutions.
May 2024 — Mar 2025

IT Manager

Solitaire Mall
Full-time · Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
  • ›Responsible for managing the entire IT infrastructure within the mall premises.
  • ›Ensured network connectivity, security, and efficient day-to-day operations across the mall.
  • ›Handled IT services and support for internal office users — troubleshooting, maintenance, and technical assistance.
  • ›Implemented interactive maps to help visitors navigate the mall.
  • ›Set up digital signage displays for announcements and promotions.
  • ›Installed people-tracking systems to monitor foot traffic.
  • ›Conducted training sessions for mall tenants on IT systems and protocols.
  • ›Managed access control systems and permissions.
Jul 2016 — May 2024 · 7 yrs 11 mos

Senior Information Technology Specialist

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Full-time · Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Owned end-to-end IT delivery — research, infrastructure, cloud, ERP, ITSM, automation and digital transformation.

  • ›Set up and managed cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) for company websites and applications.
  • ›Oversaw implementation of CRM and HRMS systems.
  • ›Administered Microsoft Dynamics 365 ERP, Office 365, Google Workspace and business automation tools.
  • ›Provided technical support and training for end users on all business applications.
  • ›Coordinated with outsourcing partners to deliver SharePoint, websites, registration & ticketing platforms, event apps.
  • ›Implemented IT Service Management with Freshservice and ServiceNow to optimise delivery and reduce costs.
  • ›Built automated Power BI reports integrating data across multiple systems.
  • ›Planned and deployed IT infrastructure: LAN, NAS storage, Active Directory, firewalls, WiFi, CCTV, access controls.
key achievements
  • ★Delivered IT for 50+ local and international event projects — networks, devices, registration, ticketing, access control, surveys, comms.
  • ★Researched and rolled out new tech: thermal-camera people counting, cloud IP phones, cloud data archiving.
  • ★Successfully migrated 250 users' email and cloud data from Google Workspace to Microsoft 365 on schedule.
Jun 2014 — Dec 2015 · 1 yr 7 mos

Information Technology Technical Support

البترول الوطنية | KNPC
Contract · Kuwait
  • ›Installed and configured computer hardware, operating systems and applications.
  • ›Monitored and maintained computer systems and networks; diagnosed hardware/software faults.
  • ›Set up new user accounts and profiles; handled password and access issues.
  • ›Prioritised and managed many open cases simultaneously while testing new technology.
  • ›Provided procedural documentation and reports.
Jun 2013 — May 2014

System Network Administrator

Impact Media
Full-time · Calicut, India
  • ›Installed and maintained computer systems and networks across the office.
  • ›Set up workstations and peripheral devices; resolved hardware/software issues.
  • ›Installed and configured software.
  • ›Trained users on new software and tools.
Jun 2012 — Dec 2012

Software Programmer

KELTRON Advanced Studies
Internship · Calicut, India
  • ›Built websites and web-based applications using PHP and MySQL.
  • ›Analysed requirements, developed assigned modules and performed unit testing.
  • ›Coordinated with development and testing teams; integrated modules and designed interfaces.
// 03 / certifications

Certifications

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01 / 09

Project Management Professional (PMP)

Project Management Institute
02 / 09

Oracle Cloud Infrastructure 2023 Foundations Associate

Oracle
03 / 09

Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)

Cisco
04 / 09

Microsoft Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900) Cert Prep: 1 Cloud Concepts

LinkedIn Learning
05 / 09

Power BI: Dashboards for Beginners

Microsoft Power BI
06 / 09

IT Service Management Foundations: Tools

LinkedIn Learning
07 / 09

Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE)

Red Hat
08 / 09

Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA)

Red Hat
09 / 09

IELTS — International English Language Testing System

British Council
// 04 / skills

Skills & Education

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technical expertise

Operating Systems
Windows ServerWindowsLinuxKali LinuxmacOS
Hardware
ServersSwitchesRoutersAccess PointsFirewallsWorkstations
Networking
LAN/WAN DesignImplementationAdministrationTroubleshooting
Languages
PHPMySQLHTMLCSSJavaScriptBash
AI & Automation
ClaudeChatGPTNotebookLMAI agentsWorkflow automation

core

  • →Project Management
  • →Technical Support
  • →IT Service Management
  • →Team Management

education

Bharathiar University
Information Technology

professional development

June 2026
AI Readiness Training Programme
Bahrain Institute of Banking and Finance (BIBF)

Completed hands-on training in Claude, ChatGPT, NotebookLM, AI agents and workflow automation.

languages

  • EnglishFull professional
  • MalayalamNative
  • HindiProfessional
// 05 / contact

Let's build something.

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Open to IT leadership, infrastructure, and digital transformation roles — and always happy to talk tech.

Email
mail@shaijal.com
Location
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Status
● Open to work
Focus
IT operations
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