Tariq Ali
Chief Technology Officer at SamCERA - (San Mateo County Employees' Retirement Association)- Claim this Profile
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English Native or bilingual proficiency
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Arabic Elementary proficiency
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Urdu Limited working proficiency
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Bio
Credentials
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ATF Citizens Academy
ATF-US CITIZENS ACADEMY ALUMNI ASSOCIATIONOct, 2022- Oct, 2024 -
FBI San Francisco Citizens Academy
FBISFCAAAJul, 2019- Oct, 2024 -
Experienced Managers Program
University of California, Berkeley, Haas School of BusinessMar, 2014- Oct, 2024 -
CALAPRS Management Academy
CALAPRSApr, 2011- Oct, 2024 -
Project Management Professional (PMP)
Project Management InstituteAug, 2006- Oct, 2024 -
CISSP
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Preventing Workplace Harassment
Emtrain
Experience
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Chief Technology Officer
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Oct 2002 - Present
Modernized technology platforms through a Cloud and mobile-first strategy. Moved our Line of Business application off physical infrastructure at a co-location facility to a completely cloud-based infrastructure on AWS Gov Cloud, using AWS regional DR strategies. 30% reduction in cost versus physical infrastructure. Reduced cost of AWS Gov Cloud implementation over 40% by using AWS tools to monitor usage and make adjustments. Deployed a new iOS and Android app for Member Self Service, with an updated Web Portal to match the User Interface experience of the Apps. Implemented a VoIP solution to replace an aging PBX system Prioritize Cyber Security from the ground up, in all areas of technology, from the Cloud implementation to the mobile apps and the web portal. Developing a comprehensive cyber security plan, and ongoing vulnerability assessments. During the past several years I've completed projects including moving our Dynamics Accounting application to the Microsoft Azure, implementing DocuSign, Security Auditing and Penetration testing, among others. During a 3-year systems implementation project at SamCERA, I pushed the organization to use agile project management methodologies. I convinced the systems vendor adopt agile methodologies for their team, for our implementation. Together we were able to complete a 3-year $10 million project on time and on budget, a rarity for technology projects. • Develop overall yearly organization and IT strategic plans, determining project deadlines for each fiscal year. Work closely with CEO and executive management during planning stage. Create IT strategic plans and present to board. • Develop and implement yearly multimillion-dollar budget, never exceeding budget limits. • Lead all major IT projects. Develop RFPs, evaluate vendor submissions, and work closely with selected vendors on design and functionality. • Negotiate favorable contracts with vendors, including long term multi-year contracts. Show less
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Heys Luggage International
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Canada
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Wholesale
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director of Technology
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Jan 2001 - Dec 2012
During my time as the Director of Technology, I led the initiative to implement virtualization technology over a 6 month period. This involved planning the installation, configuring the software, and implementing a full disaster recovery and business continuity plan. During my time as the Director of Technology, I led the initiative to implement virtualization technology over a 6 month period. This involved planning the installation, configuring the software, and implementing a full disaster recovery and business continuity plan.
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Deutsche Telekom AG
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Germany
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Business Consulting and Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Senior Project Manager
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Apr 2000 - Jun 2002
As the Senior Project Manager, I researched and conducted due diligence on start-up tech companies in order to judge their acquisition candidacy. I analyzed 10 such companies, studying not only their processes and financials, but also studying the technology they were developing. I would visit the companies, perform my analysis, and present my findings, along with a recommendation on whether or not the company would make a good acquisition. As the Senior Project Manager, I researched and conducted due diligence on start-up tech companies in order to judge their acquisition candidacy. I analyzed 10 such companies, studying not only their processes and financials, but also studying the technology they were developing. I would visit the companies, perform my analysis, and present my findings, along with a recommendation on whether or not the company would make a good acquisition.
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Senior Technical Analyst
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Feb 1999 - Apr 2000
Technology Consultant Technology Consultant
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Instructor (Part Time)
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Sep 1998 - Jan 2000
* Taught “TCP/IP” and “Introduction to Windows NT Workstation” on part-time basis. * Taught “TCP/IP” and “Introduction to Windows NT Workstation” on part-time basis.
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The Boston Consulting Group
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India
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1 - 100 Employee
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Systems & Network Administrator
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Oct 1998 - Feb 1999
Technology Support Technology Support
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Amcor
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Switzerland
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Packaging and Containers Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Systems Administrator Network Engineer
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Jun 1997 - Oct 1998
* Formerly known as Twinpak PET Canada before it was bought by Amcor Packaging * Formerly known as Twinpak PET Canada before it was bought by Amcor Packaging
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Digital Processing Systems
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United States
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IT Services and IT Consulting
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1 - 100 Employee
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Computer Programmer Analyst
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Oct 1996 - Jun 1997
Technology Consultant Technology Consultant
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Education
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University of California, Berkeley, Haas School of Business
Management -
University of California, Berkeley
Telecommunications Engineering -
Ryerson University
Information Technology -
Seneca Polytechnic
Computer Programming & Analysis
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