Afaq Asim
About Afaq Asim
Afaq Asim is an IT Field Engineer at SITA, specializing in troubleshooting airport technology systems, including printers and boarding gate readers. He has a background in Computer Science and Software Engineering, with experience in managing network security and peripheral devices at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh.
Work at SITA
Afaq Asim has been employed at SITA as an IT Field Engineer since 2015, working at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh. His role involves troubleshooting various airport technologies, including ATP and BTP printers, as well as Boarding Gate Readers (BGR). He has experience in managing and monitoring peripheral devices such as printers, scanners, and copiers. Afaq also prepares and forwards weekly reports to the Site Admin regarding system performance and issues, ensuring effective communication within the team.
Education and Expertise
Afaq Asim completed his education in Computer Science and Network and System Administration. He studied at Jawahir Al Riyadh International School from 2003 to 2006, achieving Matric. He then attended Muslim Educational Complex from 2006 to 2008, where he earned a Faculty in Computer Science (FCS). Afaq furthered his studies at City University of Science and Information Technology from 2008 to 2012, obtaining a Bachelor of Software Engineering. This educational background provides him with a solid foundation in IT and system administration.
Technical Responsibilities
In his role as an IT Field Engineer at SITA, Afaq Asim is responsible for various technical tasks. He assists Saudi Airlines agents with Baggage Management Software and ensures that antivirus software on all systems receives regular updates to maintain network security. Afaq is also tasked with reimaging Windows operating systems and installing Saudi Airlines Amadeus Software at King Khalid International Airport. Additionally, he monitors the functionality of long-range wireless access points to ensure seamless connectivity.
Previous Experience
Afaq Asim has prior experience working as an IT Field Engineer at SITA for a brief period in 2021, where he was also stationed at King Khalid International Airport. This role contributed to his understanding of the airport's IT infrastructure and operations, enhancing his skills in troubleshooting and system management. His ongoing commitment to his role since 2015 demonstrates his dedication to maintaining high standards of IT service at the airport.