ENTREPRENUER | TECHNOLOGIST
Farhan Hussain
Dallas, TX
Summary
As a global technologist, my capability is to seamlessly integrates vision with strategy to drive transformational impact—fueling growth, enhancing efficiency, and fostering long-term success.
A dedicated technologist, entrepreneur, problem-solver, and solutions architect, I am is passionate about defining the architectural north star for clients, equipping them with cutting-edge IT architectures that thrive in an evolving digital landscape.
With deep expertise spanning IT architecture, infrastructure design, cloud solutions, and cybersecurity, I am able to harnesses emerging technologies to craft modern, resilient architectures, enabling businesses to confidently navigate an increasingly tech-driven world.
Throughout his career, I have played a pivotal role in architecting, overseeing, and executing large-scale infrastructure projects across multiple industries. He has collaborated with diverse teams, including CxOs, Enterprise Architects, Infrastructure Architects, Cloud Architects, Implementation Engineers, and Operations, ensuring seamless execution and strategic alignment at every level.
Motivated by a desire for fresh ideas and solving complex issues, my exploration of new technologies, techniques, and methodologies never ceases. From conceptualizing IT layouts for enterprises, fine-tuning cloud-based platforms, to building robust and secure infrastructures, my dedication lies in delivering powerful solutions that foster productivity, scalability, and corporate achievement.
Work Experience
Consulting architect
At Bridgenext Technologies, my mission is to empower businesses with scalable, future-ready solutions that promote growth, efficiency and provide sustainable success within the dynamic digital landscape. I deal with high-profile global clients to define their Infrastructure & Cloud Strategy and help them realize their full potential. I collaborate with business, technical and commercial stakeholders to ensure right roadmap is defined and executed that is aligned with the business objectives.
— Strategic Consulting to ensure IT Infrastructure Strategy is aligned with the Business Goals & Objectives
— Identified Business Goals, IT Objectives, Enablement Factors and defined the Architecture Northstar, Architecture Vision and Ideal State Architecture
— Defined Tactical Strategy for immediate improvements, enhancements and remediations
— Designed and Planned cirtical infrastructure components that met security and compliance standards within the country and globally
— Developed Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity Plans for Critical Infrastructure
— Improved Operational efficiencies, resulting in over 30% reduction in cloud infrastructure costs for clients
— Managed over 50+ Active Modernization Projects to progress towards defined Strategic and Tactical Plans
— Led and Managed team of Architects, Engineers and Designers for data center, cloud and networks
— Conducted Monthly Strategic Alignment meetings with CIOs, CTOs and Department Heads, keeping them updated on the progress and future plans
As a Cofounder and Technical Authority at Neucore Technologies, I was focused on building client base within Texas, and responsible for understanding business requirements and converting them to cost effective technical solutions including infrastructure, integration, data, cloud and digital verticals.
— Led the design process from concept to completion for infrastructure, web and applications
— Onboarded new small and medium business clients within focused industry verticals
— Solutions Design and Engagement consulting
— Coordinated with technical teams to ensure design fidelity during implementation
— Ensuring the Strategy, Architecture, Standard and Roadmaps are consistent with business objectives of the clients
— Participated in meetings, contributing to planning and prioritization
— Developed IT Architectures and Standards for companies, supporting the implementation of their IT Strategy while promoting scalability, service efficiency and lower TCOs
— Developed and maintained design systems for scalability and consistency
Majid Al Futtaim Properties is MENA’s largest diversified real estate and lifestyle conglomerate with world-class shopping malls, hotels and mixed-use communities.
— Fully Hands On Head of Solution Architecture & Platform Design, Farhan was responsible for leading infrastructure, integration and cloud architecture verticals
— Led and Managed the Solution Deisgn Team that is accountable for defining, designing, documenting and building the required solutions aligned with business and enterprise architecture strategies
— Accountable for translating business requirements into viable and feasible solutions that can be delivered on time, in budget and at the required quality
— Ensuring the Strategy, Architecture, Standards and Roadmaps are communicated, understood and consistent acorss relevant teams and verticals
— Develop IT Architectures and standards for the organization that support the implementation of IT Strategy while promoting — Shared Services Infrastructure and Applications to reduce costs and improve productivity.
— Develop Infrastructure solutions for resilient, scalable applications for corporate, retail, real estate, malls, hotels and communities.
— Achieved a 25% increase in network uptime by implementing advanced disaster recovery solutions.
— Increased system security by 30% through enhanced network protocols.
— Improved AWS cloud infrastructure, resulting in $1.2M annual cost savings.
— Boosted application response time by 40% by optimizing Cloudflare, web servers and application configurations.
— Oversaw a $15 million budget for IT infrastructure & Shared Services Development.
— Enhanced customer satisfaction scores by 25% across Shopping Malls by implementing tailored infrastructure & cloud solutions strategies.
— Improved system reliability by 99.9% through strategic data center architecture enhancements.
— Designed infrastructure & cloud solutions resulting in a cost-saving of $1 million annually.
Flydubai, owned by the Dubai Government, is one of the Middle East’s fastest-growing budget airlines, with a vision to become the region’s largest, boasting a fleet of over 200.
— Served as an Enterprise Infrastructure Architect, providing technical direction and designing solutions across multiple domains, including Cloud and Enterprise Infrastructure Data Centers.
— Led the deployment of solutions supporting core business operations, technology initiatives, and innovation strategies.
— Technical Lead for the Implementation and the Architecture Team handling the Network, Security, Voice and Wireless Infrastructure at the Corporate Infrastructure.
— Migration of Data Center and PSS Services from Florida, US to Dubai, UAE.
— Designed and optimized the key revenue-generating PSS, contributing to a $1B annual revenue stream by ensuring system scalability and operational efficiency.
— Developed future-proof network architectures, supporting business objectives with an estimated cost savings of $3.5M annually.
— Recommended and developed technology roadmaps aligned with business strategy, achieving a 20% increase in system performance and positioning the organization ahead of competitors.
— Provided specialized expertise across 10+critical projects, driving successful implementations valued collectively at $5M.
— Owned and managed the technical design of PSS infrastructure, reducing downtime by 30% and enabling high availability for global operations.
— Designed and implemented a high-transaction infrastructure system, delivering 99.99% availability with low latency and high throughput to handle over 20M daily availability requests, supporting global revenue operations. Fully Hands On Head of Solution Architecture & Platform Design, Farhan was responsible for leading infrastructure, integration and cloud architecture verticals
Injazat Data Systems (recently rebranded as Core42), a provider of IT, cloud, and managed services, offers solutions ranging from IT strategy and consultancy to full IT and business function outsourcing.
— Led critical design decisions, strategies, network health checks, RFP responses, high-level designs, and implementation plans for high-profile projects.
— Successfully launched new capabilities and services under Injazat Enterprise Services Cloud, driving innovation and business growth valued at $20M in technology investments.
— Delivered Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi Corporate Architecture in coordination with IBM, with technology investment valued at $25M.
— Onboarded Ministry of Health as Managed Services, with Project Investment over $20M.
— Designed and Deployed SEHA Healthcare Data Center with Cerner Solutions valued at $140M.
— Led Data Center redesign and refresh for Abu Dhabi Water & Electricity Authority (ADWEA), valued at $30M.
— Design an Industrial Site Infrastructure for STRATA Aviation Manufacturing (Boeing) valued at $15M.
— Designed Dubai Petroleum's Corporate & Offshore Oil Rig Infrastructure with 5G, valued at $15M.
— Seamlessly executed complex Data Center Migration Project for Federal Authority for Nuclear Regulation (FANR), valued at $11M.
— Data Center, Corporate Offices and Cybersecurity Redesign for Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank Infrastructure involving multiple streams, a long-term project valued at $35M.
— Delivered Comprehensive Infrastructure Deployments for International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), with an investment of $14M.
— Orchestrated smooth site migration and merger for Abu Dhabi Food Control Authority, valued at $5M, ensuring Zero Downtime and Operational Continuity.
— Led the end-to-end implementation of Tier 4 Design Certified Data Center, a $150M mega-project, encompassing infrastructure deployment, sizing and onboarding of clients.
— Overall, completed diverse designs and deployments for over 100+clients over a variety of industries. Served as an Enterprise Infrastructure Architect, providing technical direction and designing solutions across multiple domains, including Cloud and Enterprise Infrastructure Data Centers.
Skills & Tools
Cloud Infrastructure Design
Data Center Infrastructure Design
Disaster Recovery Architecture
Technology Roadmaps
Virtualization Architecture
Multi-Cloud Services Design
Cloud Onboarding Strategy
Cloud Exit Strategy
IT Infrastructure Optimization
IT Infrastructure Strategy
Identity & Access Architecture
Cyber Security Architecture
Education & Certifications
Education
Sir Syed University of Engineering and Technology
Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering - 2004
Majid Al Futtaim Leadership Institute
Top Talent Leadership Graduate, December 2019
Certifications
3x CCIE#19871 (Enterprise, Service Provider, Data Center)
Cisco Systems
AWS Solution Architect
Amazon Web Services
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