Aliyu Dauda
Information Technology (IT) Professional
KUJE AREA COUNCIL ABUJA-FCT
Summary
A highly meticulous, result-oriented Technophile with extensive knowledge and expertise in Windows system administration, and IT Technical support, gained from years of formal training and seasoned work experience, with the added advantage of flexibility of working as part of the team and also on my own, whilst placing primal prioritization on core values of integrity, honesty and customer/clientele satisfaction.
Critical-thinking Facility Manager with five years of proven successful cost-reduction techniques, efficient task scheduling and error-free compliance inspections. Adept at aligning departmental goals and personnel assignments to achieve on-time job completion, supporting overall company objectives.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
IT/Facility Manager
Net-Mobility
07.2015 - Current
- Design and deploy company-wide IT infrastructures, including servers, network and data storage;
- Oversee new and Existing IT infrastructure assets;
- Build strong partnerships with IT service providers to secure IT solutions and services; and liaise with technical partners on interface issues with the telecommunication networks.
- Effectively manage and timely resolve IT infrastructure incidents;
- Strategically manage the IT infrastructure portfolio as it relates to the selection, acquisition, development and installation of IT infrastructure, network, design, processes and business continuity plans;
- Create and maintain documentation as it relates to the IT infrastructure, network design, processes and business continuity plans;
- Develop, implement and maintain policies, procedures and associated training plans for network administration, usage and disaster recovery.
- Strategically plan for corporate expansion and technology innovation;
- Monitor overall IT system performance and troubleshoot problem areas, as needed;
- Install, configure maintain and troubleshoot end user work station hardware, software and peripheral devices, as needed;
- Manage servers including database, emails, print, and back-up servers and their operating systems and software; as well as and ensure network connectivity of all servers, work stations, telephone equipment, and other network appliances;
- Design, configure and maintain corporate LAN/WAN, communications and network security.
- Manage all information systems infrastructure and security as well as implementation of network upgrades.
- Liaise with the legal department and ensure that all service Level Agreements are in place and adhered to by technical service team to the business;
- Conduct on-going reviews of and changes to network and other hardware facilities.
Senior IT Officer
RFID Research Centre
02.2015 - 12.2016
- Company Overview: Material Science Building Africa University of Science and Technology, (AUST)
- Developed an IT policy for the organization.
- Designed a network infrastructure (internet/intranet).
- Deployed a server client base infrastructure.
- Developed documents and file archive and access control system.
- Developed a maintenance pattern and strategy for all websites and IT assets.
- Material Science Building Africa University of Science and Technology, (AUST)
IT Engineer/ Administrator
Sigma Apartments
09.2012 - 08.2015
- Technical Support Help Desk
- Implementation of computerized systems across the Apartment
- Systems administration
- Installation Configuration and Maintenance of LINUX and WINDOWS Operating system
- Networking design and implementation
- Management of Wireless Network and Hotspot
- Management of Hotel Property Management Software
- Database Administrator. Network operational tasks
- Monitor bandwidth utilization.
- Monitor the OPTIC FIBRE network and ensures maximum uptime.
- Install and Manages Servers, proxy servers, DHCP, DNS Servers, Print Servers and Directory services.
- Network Security implementation
- Monitoring and Configuration of Network Security Devices (Routers (Cisco 2800 Series, Cisco 3700 Series, Cisco 1800 Series ,MIKROTIC))
- Develop network security policies
- Recommends essential network security tools
- Enforces the security of the network (from intrusion, attacks, hackers etc)
- Systems support
- Designing of IP addressing scheme, Subnetting, IP routing, implementing and troubleshooting network connectivity issues & Local And Wide Area Networking (LAN & WAN).
- Installation & configuration of wireless Radio (Wi-Fi Hotspot., wireless access points ETC)
- Installation & maintenance of Internet connectivity.
- Maintenance of Alarm security and surveillance systems.
- Information technology (Equipment installation & maintenance)
- Salini Nigeria Limited, Idu-Industrial layout Idu-Abuja.
Education
Bachelor of Technology - Information & Communications Technology
Federal University of Technology Yola
Yola, Adamawa 03.2006 - 11.2010
Senior Secondary Certificate - undefined
Government Day Secondary School
09.1999 - 07.2004
Skills
Creativity and problem-solving
Ability to work under pressure
Communication skills
Teamwork and organizational skills
Precision and attention to detail
ICT Proficiency
Design and maintenance of LAN/WAN
Network planning and optimization
Programming languages (html, Sql, c, Java, etc)
IT Security and Database Administration
Web Design
Troubleshooting in routers and switches
Certification
HCDA Training ICT for change, 03/01/17
Interests
Reading
Driving
Cycling
Publications
Effects of Computer clock cycle in processing data (A case study of windows operating system), 2009
Software
Microsoft Packages
Reading, surfing the internet for research
Reading: Avid reader of technical blogs, cybersecurity books, and programming manuals, staying current with industry trends and deepening knowledge in areas like cloud computing and software development.
Researching: Passionate about exploring emerging technologies, such as AI, blockchain, or DevOps practices, using platforms like arXiv and GitHub to analyze innovations and enhance problem-solving skills.
Table Tennis: Competitive table tennis player in local IT community leagues, fostering teamwork, quick decision-making, and stress management in high-pressure environments.
Timeline
IT/Facility Manager
Net-Mobility
07.2015 - Current
Senior IT Officer
RFID Research Centre
02.2015 - 12.2016
IT Engineer/ Administrator
Sigma Apartments
09.2012 - 08.2015
Bachelor of Technology - Information & Communications Technology
Federal University of Technology Yola
03.2006 - 11.2010
Senior Secondary Certificate - undefined
Government Day Secondary School
09.1999 - 07.2004