Umar Farooq

Umar Farooq is the Vice President of Information Technology at NexTier Oilfield Solutions, a position he has held since November 2019. He is based in Houston, Texas, and has a robust background in information technology, specializing in areas such as ERP, systems, network management, and cybersecurity.1

Professional Background

Prior to his role at NexTier, Umar worked at Deloitte for over nine years, where he progressed from a DC Manager to a Senior Manager. His earlier career included positions as an SAP Consultant for various companies including Baker Hughes and Shell Oil Company.1

Education

Umar holds a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration from Government College University, Lahore, and has furthered his education with a BA in Finance and Information Systems from Cleveland State University. He also completed a Chief Information Officer (CIO) Certification at Carnegie Mellon University and has taken courses in cybersecurity through HarvardX.1

Achievements

In 2023, he was recognized as the Houston CIO ORBIE Award Winner for Large Enterprises, which highlights exceptional leadership and innovation in the technology field.1

Umar is multilingual, speaking English, Punjabi, and Urdu, which complements his global experience in IT leadership.1