Khalid Safee - IT Infrastructure Coordinator

Q: Where is Khalid based?

Khalid is based in Offenbach am Main, Germany .

Q: What languages does Khalid speak?

Khalid speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced) .

Q: How many years of experience does Khalid have?

Khalid has at least 16 years of experience. During this time, Khalid has worked in at least 7 different roles and for 6 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 3 months . Note that Khalid may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Khalid's latest experience?

Khalid's most recent position is IT Infrastructure Coordinator at SAFEE Technology .

Q: What companies has Khalid worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Khalid has worked for SAFEE Technology .

Q: Which industries is Khalid most experienced in?

Khalid is most experienced in industries like Information Technology , Government and Administration , and Professional Services . Khalid also has some experience in Food and Beverage , Manufacturing , and Automotive .

Q: Which business areas is Khalid most experienced in?

Khalid is most experienced in business areas like Information Technology , Operations , and Quality Assurance . Khalid also has some experience in Project Management .

Q: Which industries has Khalid worked in recently?

Khalid has recently worked in industries like Information Technology .

Q: Which business areas has Khalid worked in recently?

Khalid has recently worked in business areas like Information Technology and Operations .

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Offenbach am Main, Germany

Experience

Oct 2020 - Jun 2024

3 years 9 months

Frankfurt, Germany

On-site

IT Infrastructure Coordinator

SAFEE Technology

GfK Data center IT Infrastructure project onsite coordinator (Equinix DC FR2/FR7) training FEs in Equinix DC Carla, FNT, Jira Confluence, ServiceNow (Change/Problem/Incident MGMT), DCIM, ITSM, ITIL
Reporting significant incidents as the on-site technical coordinator and initial point of contact for vendor escort and smart hands
Utilizing CMDB-GUI, NIQ-Browser, CMDB-Filtering-GUI, OSS-Radar, BigBrother, CheckMK, and TTWOS for 2nd and 3rd level troubleshooting support
Maintaining MDF, IDF, computer rooms, and closets; coordinating with service desk, reception, and security for visitor access
Managing asset lifecycle including operation, retirement, stocking, and destruction with proper SanDisk procedures
Leading footprint data centre optimization and reduction in FR2/FR7; handling network, server, storage, desktop, hosting, IT security, video conferencing, and telephone operations
Coordinating server relocations, fibre optics/copper cable preparations, CMDB updates, and stakeholder cooperation
Implementing IT infrastructure design, maintenance, configuration, and construction following Dell/HP/Apple ESD safety precautions
Single POC for change management network, Star Track, backup & storage, cloud, Linux, Windows, EUS teams & Software Centre installs
Successfully completed DC Footprint Reduction Project 2021/2022 and GfK New Hardware DC Refresh Initiative
Planning, configuring, and installing Dematic server rooms and switch configurations in Heusenstamm, Wurzburg, Kahl am Main, and Graz Austria
Providing on-site media equipment setup for HP, hospitals, manufacturers, and laboratories
Ensuring professional rack and cable management following best practices
Maintaining up-to-date plant maps accessible to all teams showing technology space and spare locations
Offering technical assistance for live events, town halls, forums, streaming, and hybrid events on and off campus
Providing second level support for Poly video conferencing systems across multiple time zones
Conducting frequent computer room walkthroughs, recording power, cooling, alarm, security threats, and mapping wireless environment and access points

Jan 2017 - Jun 2017

6 months

Frankfurt, Germany

On-site

Senior IT Technical Engineer

Excis Compliance Ltd

Monitoring issues, patches, and advisories impacting customer environments
Providing 4-hour onsite response coverage and fix-on-failure support under HPE Data-Center Care agreements
Installing engineering improvements and firmware updates for covered hardware products
Performing scheduled preventative maintenance on data centres and mechanical building systems
Delivering level 1 & 2 hardware/software troubleshooting and remote support using IDA and VMware
Managing IT projects for Nissan, Ford, Toyota, and Honda dealerships
Resolving low level router and switching problems, swapping routers, copying configurations, and uploading new IOS
Supporting device lifecycles and predefined firewall ASA configurations
Using ITSM and HP Asset Management for PC stock, scrap, evaluation, and new install image builds
Upgrading Windows 7 to Windows 10 with SCCM desktop analytics, task sequences, scripting, and error reporting
Labeling PCs with HPE asset tags, secure-erasing HDD/SSD, and coordinating disposal certificates
Implementing MDM, two-factor authentication, HP digital badge, Office 365, OneDrive, SharePoint, and Intelligent Desktop Assistant for remote sessions

Jan 2014 - Dec 2014

1 year

Seesen, Germany

Remote

EUC Specialist Networks/Systems Engineer

Heinz Ketchup Production

Replacing parts for servers, storage, tape drives, and libraries; providing 2nd line remote and desk side support
Overseeing IT requests, removing roadblocks, and collaborating with production personnel on IT incidents and issues
Acting as a trusted site expert and coordinating activities with third party vendors and offshore support
Responding to advanced technical support requests for installation, preventative maintenance, and remedial maintenance under SLAs
Participating in site-level disaster recovery, business continuity planning, and CMDB updates
Allocating help desk tickets and ensuring parts availability to meet service level agreements
Prioritizing and resolving issues based on impact on plant operations
Identifying training needs and managing MDF/IDF rebuilds and other infrastructure operations
Maintaining site documentation of network, device, and architecture in accessible storage

Jan 2011 - Dec 2013

3 years

Berlin, Germany

Sr. IT Coordinator/Engineer

Operational Dynamics / CNCN Consulting GmbH

Planning, directing, and managing daily operations of computer operations department
Operating mainframe and peripheral information system equipment and developing equipment usage schedules
Leading support personnel to troubleshoot IT issues
Implementing policies and procedures for problem identification, documentation, distribution, and resolution
Ensuring knowledge upgrade and adoption of new technologies to meet quality standards and client requirements

Jan 2009 - Dec 2010

2 years

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

IT Manager

Shaw International Ltd

Monitoring and coordinating IT functions with Milton Keynes, Derby, Baton Rouge, Jubal, and Manama
Supervising Dubai branch IT infrastructure, network, servers, JD Edwards, Shaw Vision, ERP, and ITIL processes
Managing email account lifecycle, domain group joins, system & network security access, Ghost server, FTP site, archives, and backups
Conducting internal audits of access permissions and implementing controls for elevated access and contractor access
Supervising daily server data backups and Windows Advanced Server upgrades from 2003 to 2008

Jan 2008 - Dec 2009

2 years

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

IT Systems Administrator

Shaw International Ltd

Reporting to US & Europe GSS Regional IT Managers
Administering network and systems for Middle East, Asia & Africa regions
Monitoring and supporting daily activities of regional IT coordinators
Managing LAN/WLAN installation and monitoring
Maintaining DC servers, Symantec backup tapes, and Cisco IP phones

Jan 2003 - Dec 2007

5 years

Kabul, Afghanistan

Regional IT/Network Engineer

USAID/REFS/Louis Berger

Configuring and maintaining email systems, data backups, and project work with infrastructure manager
Troubleshooting network infrastructure and client site issues
Maintaining video conferencing equipment, firewalls, routers, switches, bridges, ATA Cisco, VPNs, VTY, VTT, PBX machines, RCST modems
Performing a variety of IT field tasks related to server and terminal site management

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Information Technology, Government and Administration, Professional Services, Food and Beverage, Manufacturing, and Automotive.

Information Technology

Government and Administration

Professional Services

Food and Beverage

Manufacturing

Automotive

Business Area Experience

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Experienced in Information Technology, Operations, Quality Assurance, and Project Management.

Information Technology

Operations

Quality Assurance

Project Management

Summary

I’m responsible for the hardware and software that allows a business to function. I'm in charge for an IT Infrastructure (IT Internal Audit) and Data Center Infrastructure Management, overseeing updates and system testing, hiring, and managing IT Infrastructure Techs, and creating and updating training materials.

Skills

Windows Server 2000 / 2003 / 2008 / 2008r2
Network Attached Storage System
Windows Client 2000 / Xp / Vista / Win 7 / Win 8 / Win 10
Vmware Workstation / Player / Fusion
Redhat Linux / Appachi Linux
Vmware Esx / Esxi
Office 97 / 2000 / 2003 / 2007 / 2010 / 2013 / 2016
Microsoft Exchange 2000 / 2003 / 2016
Outlook In Connection With Exchange
Microsoft Sql 2000 / 2003
Norton Corporate Antivirus System
Microsoft Hyper-v 2008 With Scvm
Dell / Hp Servers, Desktops, Laptops
Dvb / Dvb Satellite System
Veritas Backup Software With Dell Tape Drives
Scpc / Scpc Satellite System
Windows Server Backup System
Point To Point Satellite System
Sonicwall Firewall / Cisco Pix Firewall
Vpn / Ipsec
Cisco Layer 2 Switches & Routers
Microsoft Visio
Microsoft Isa Server
Active Directory Services

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

Education

Oct 2016 - Jun 2020

Fern-Fach Hochschule Hamburg

IT-Management · Hamburg, Germany

Oct 1988 - Jun 2000

School of Learning

Abitur

Certifications & licenses

ISO 27001 Certified Auditor

BSI

ITIL Foundation 4

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 7

Experience in Information Technology 10 y

Avg length 2 y 5 m

Longest experience 4 y 11 m

Global Experience

Countries worked in 3 (Germany, United Arab Emirates, Afghanistan)

Primary country Germany

Expertise

Recent roles IT Infrastructure Coordinator, Senior IT Technical Engineer, EUC Specialist Networks/Systems Engineer

Main industries Information Technology, Government and Administration, Professional Services

Main business areas Information Technology, Operations, Quality Assurance

Qualifications

Certifications earned 2

Profile

Created

January 2026

Last Update

February 2026

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Where is Khalid based?

Khalid is based in Offenbach am Main, Germany.

What languages does Khalid speak?

Khalid speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced).

How many years of experience does Khalid have?

Khalid has at least 16 years of experience. During this time, Khalid has worked in at least 7 different roles and for 6 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 3 months. Note that Khalid may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Khalid be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Khalid would be well-suited for roles such as: IT Infrastructure Coordinator, Senior IT Technical Engineer, EUC Specialist Networks/Systems Engineer.

What is Khalid's latest experience?

Khalid's most recent position is IT Infrastructure Coordinator at SAFEE Technology.

What companies has Khalid worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Khalid has worked for SAFEE Technology.

Which industries is Khalid most experienced in?

Khalid is most experienced in industries like Information Technology, Government and Administration, and Professional Services. Khalid also has some experience in Food and Beverage, Manufacturing, and Automotive.

Which business areas is Khalid most experienced in?

Khalid is most experienced in business areas like Information Technology, Operations, and Quality Assurance. Khalid also has some experience in Project Management.

Which industries has Khalid worked in recently?

Khalid has recently worked in industries like Information Technology.

Which business areas has Khalid worked in recently?

Khalid has recently worked in business areas like Information Technology and Operations.

What is Khalid's education?

Khalid attended Fern-Fach Hochschule Hamburg for IT-Management.

Does Khalid have any certificates?

Khalid has 2 certificates. These include: ISO 27001 Certified Auditor and ITIL Foundation 4.

What is the availability of Khalid?

Khalid is immediately available for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Khalid?

Khalid's rate depends on the specific project requirements. Please use the Meet button on the profile to schedule a meeting and discuss the details.