Imran Khan Sheikh
About Imran Khan Sheikh
Imran Khan Sheikh is a Senior Manager of Enterprise Client ICT Solutions - Managed Services at du, with over 21 years of experience in IT and telecommunications. He has a strong background in developing strategic ICT business solutions across various industries and holds multiple certifications in network and project management.
Work at du
Imran Khan Sheikh has been employed at du since 2010, currently holding the position of Senior Manager Enterprise Client ICT Solutions - Managed Services. His tenure at du spans over 14 years, during which he has also served as ICT Solutions Manager in Professional Services, Enterprise Architecture, and Innovations from 2008 to 2010. Earlier in his career at du, he worked as a Solutions Consultant in the Enterprise Business division for one year from 2007 to 2008. His roles have involved developing strategic ICT business solutions and providing presales consultancy to sales teams and customers.
Education and Expertise
Imran Khan Sheikh has a solid educational background in computing and management. He earned a B.Sc (Honours) in Computing and Mathematics from the University of Portsmouth from 1999 to 2003. He further pursued an Executive MBA in Operations Management from S P Jain School of Global Management between 2005 and 2007. He has achieved various professional certifications, including Certified Data Center Professional (CDCP), Microsoft Certified Azure Fundamentals, Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA), Microsoft Certified System Engineer (MCSE), Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP), Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), and Project Management Professional (PMP).
Background
Imran Khan Sheikh has over 21 years of experience in the IT and Telecom-ICT sectors, focusing on digital transformation and cloud strategy. His career began as an IT Engineer at Lahmeyer International GmbH in Abu Dhabi from 2003 to 2004. He then worked as a Senior Network Engineer at GAPCorp Holdings and later at TECOM Investments, where he managed operations in the Network Operations Center (NOC). His extensive experience includes roles that emphasize disaster recovery, business continuity planning, and global connectivity.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Imran Khan Sheikh has specialized in vertical solutions across various industries, including finance, government, hospitality, media, retail, and construction. He has developed expertise in acquisition and IT integration, focusing on new business acquisition and key account management. His skills also extend to process redesign and product development, emphasizing strategic partnerships and customer relationships. He has a proven track record in IT governance and security, along with a comprehensive understanding of enterprise infrastructure planning and web-enabled applications.