Soufian Ashour
*********@*****.***
I consider myself as a fast learner and team player, my passion is to be part of the
Development, Implementation and Maintenance of new Technologies and Information
Systems. I am interested in Technology Solutions and have dedication, creativity and a mind
toward innovation.
EDUCATION
Master of Computer and Electrical Engineering
University of Detroit Mercy, Detroit, Michigan; Expected December 2013
Bachelor of Information Technology
SVU University, Damascus, Syria; 2010
Final Project: Web-based School Management System using PHP and MySql
Diploma in Computer Engineering
Higher Institute for Computer Engineering, Damascus, Syria; 2004
Final Project: Web-based remote control of microcontroller processor for hardware
(i.e., lighting, tv, security cameras) using PHP, MySql, Visual C++, C builder, and
Assembly for Microcontroller
SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
Over 6 years of IT experience as Business Systems Analyst/Data Analyst including project planning and
management, website analysis and development.
Management Skills:
• System analysis and project management software (MS Project, Visio)
• Possess fundamental understanding in marketing, production and personnel management
• Talented with the data management policies, procedures and widespread technical tools
• Excellent planning and administrative abilities
• Ability to implement control the executed tasks with the planned activities
• Extensive experience with object oriented analysis and design and developing use-case models.
• Ability to meet deadlines and handle pressure coordinating multiple tasks.
Web Development Skills:
• HTML5, CSS3, PHP, MySql, AJAX, Java Script, jQuery, FrontPage, Macromedia Dreamweaver,
and Photoshop
• Open Source, JOOMLA Professional Content Management System (CMS) and related web
applications (i.e., Wordpress, droupal) as MVC developer components
• Search Engine Optimization (SEO), e-Marketing & e-Advertising solutions, including email
campaign solutions, Google AdWords, Google Analytics, and Google Webmaster Tools
• Web Administration/Webmaster and Server Hosting Management (Linux - Cpanel, WHM &
Windows Plesk)
WORK EXPERIENCE
11/2012 – Access Community Organization Web analytics and developer
Present Dearborn, MI - Analysis, Design, and Project Development
www.accesscommunity.org based.
- Web developer for projects organization.
2/2012 – University Of Detroit Mercy Computer systems analyst
11/2012 Detroit, MI Plans and develops computer systems for
www.udmercy.edu businesses and scientific institutions
1/2011 – Link2ad Project Manager
10/2011 E-Marketing and Online Advertising Agency; - Develop and launch new online services for
Damascus, Syria opening new markets through Strategic
www.link2ad.com Planning, Market Research, Product
Development.
- Planning and Management E-marketing
Tools used:
Google Analytics, Google Webmaster Tools, Googlecampaigns
Ad Words and Double Click software for banner - Team leader for the project
advertising management, Visio and MS Project, MS
Office, Crystal Reports
2/2010 – Arabian Group E-Marketing Supervisor
12/2010 Exhibition and Conference Organizer; - Planning and Management E-marketing
Damascus, Syria campaigns for exhibitions
www.arabiangroup.com - Web development team leader and websites
administration
- Carry out analysis of the given data and
Tools used:
ACT CRM system installation and integration, draw correct inferences, in keeping the
Google AdWords, Plesk Server Management, objectives of the analysis
Interspire Email Marketing software, MS Visio - Give training to the staff members on the
MS Excel, MS Power Point, MS Project. new systems implemented
1/2008 – INET Web Developer
1/2010 Internet Service Provider; Damascus, Syria - Web developer for web business solution.
www.inet.sy - Development portals websites as MVC
Module-View-controller
- Validated solution requirements and
Tools used:
Joomla CMS, PHP, MySql, Java Script, jQuery, developed functional specifications,
HTML with CSS, Dreamwaver, Photoshop, and technical design documents, reviewed code,
Plesk hosting coordinated testing and production roll-outs
3/2007 – Creative Team Project Manager
1/2008 Web Solution & IT Services; Damascus, Syria - Analysis, Design, Project Management,
www.creative-team.net Development and Implementation of a new
system called schools management system
- Project team leader
Tools used:
Joomla CMS, PHP, MySql, Java Script, jQuery,
HTML with CSS,Dreamwaver, Photoshop,
Plesk hosting, Visio and MS Project
3/2007 – Arab American Chamber Of Commerce Team Leader and IT analyst
12/2008 (Freelance) - Analysis, Design, Project Management,
www.uslegalization.com Development and Implementation of a new
websites; development of portals
1/2005 – NOBALAA Co Web Developer, Software Department
2/2007 Computer and IT Services; Damascus, Syria Manager
www.nobalaa.com - Preparing technical specifications for IT
equipments and proposals and apply for
Tools used: tender books for IT equipment, Networking
Joomla CMS, PHP 4, MySql, Java Script, jQuery, and services procurement.
HTML/CSS, Dreamwaver, Photoshop, Cpanel
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Eligible to work in the US
Languages
Arabic: native language
English: speaking, reading and writing.
Professional Development and Activities
• Project Management Professional (PMP) course - 2010
• e-Marketing Arts from EMC Middle East Beirut, Lebanon - 2010
• MCSE Networking courses from New Horizons – 2005
• Wed design courses – 2004
• Founder of shabab4syria.com – Portal providing news, events and university
information guides for Syrian students