Basem D.

Marine IT Manager @National Oceanography Centre

Southampton, GB

As the Marine IT Manager, I oversee the full lifecycle of IT operations across two research vessels, ensuring the reliability, security, and continuity of all shipboard digital systems. My responsibilities span IT infrastructure management, vendor and contract oversight, L2–L3 technical escalation, and cybersecurity governance in support of scientific, engineering, and marine operations. I manage and mentor Marine IT team members, overseeing task allocation, performance, training, and career development to maintain operational readiness and ensure adherence to security and maintenance standards- Promoted to Marine IT Manager after delivering a successful cyber‑compliance business case and demonstrating end‑to‑end ownership of shipboard IT operations- Manage and mentor Marine IT team members, overseeing task allocation, performance, training, and career development while ensuring operational readiness and adherence to security and maintenance standards- Ongoing responsibilities: strategic maintenance planning, vendor/contract oversight, cybersecurity planning, and managing the newly formed Marine IT team.

University of Tripoli

Bachelor of Computer Engineering, General