Sam Taleb

IT Manager & Administrator, Azure M365,it Strategy, Driving Operational Efficiency @Frontier Power Products

Edmonton, AB, CA

Results-driven IT Leader with over 10 years of experience progressing from technical support to IT management. Currently overseeing the complete IT infrastructure for a 120+ associate organization with 4 branches, providing strategic leadership in cloud adoption, cybersecurity, and cross-departmental project management. Proven ability to consolidate IT functions, enhance system security, and reduce downtime to support business objectives.Key Responsibilities & Achievements:Manage end-to-end IT operations, infrastructure, and security for 120+ users across 4 branches, with additional support for 2 sister companies.Architect and maintain a hybrid network infrastructure, ensuring high availability and scalability for on-premises and cloud (Azure) environments.Administer the Microsoft 365 and Azure tenant, implementing robust security policies, compliance controls, and data protection measures.Lead the deployment, licensing, and support for critical engineering applications, including SolidWorks, minimizing disruption for engineering teams.Spearhead IT projects from conception to completion, aligning technology initiatives with business goals across multiple departments and companies.Develop and enforce IT security policies and risk mitigation strategies, strengthening the organization\'s overall security posture.

YAT Comuter Center

Diploma , Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications

Abbassia institute for Computer and Business science

Bachelor's degree, Computer and Commercial Science

NAIT (Northern Alberta Institute of Technology)

Certification , Computer Network Administrator (CNA)