Chinonso Obiora
Systems Administrator
440 Pioneer Drive, Unit 1, Kitchener,Ontario
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Summary Of Qualifications
- Driven Systems Administrator with 10 years of experience in software implementation and maintenance.
- Proven history of managing complex infrastructures and data center operations.
- Completed the AWS Certified SysOps Administrator Associate Course on Udemy in 2022.
- Obtained AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner Certificate in 2020.
- Obtained Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Certificate in 2015.
- Completed Certifications in LPI Linux Essentials, CompTIA Cloud Essentials & Chef Developer Basic Chef Fluency Badge.
- Completed Certifications in Google Cloud Essentials, GCP Cloud Architect Training & DevOps Essentials.
- I'm fluent in writing & speaking English.
- Used proven scripting and problem solving skills to reduce IT related cost and improve overall systems performance at Fiphs Infrastructure Ltd.
- Skills include System upgrades, Program installations, Infrastructure planning & Performance/Technical Analysis.
- Expert in solutions-oriented business application problem-solving and dedicated to providing best-in-class service.
- Skilled at troubleshooting, communication and collaboration.
Work History
ICT Officer
Fiphs Infrastructure Limited
CBD, Abuja
06.2016 - 06.2022
- Set up and managed on premise Windows 2012 server.
- Wrote scripts to automatically update system components, saving 30% admin time.
- Implemented and configured document control system on local shared drive & cloud storage.
- Wrote scripts to automate IT tasks like windows update, disk checks & backups saving 30% admin time.
- Cut company IT costs by 45% through aggressive vendor management & implementing cost saving solutions especially printer paper/toner & bandwidth usage.
- Performed regular training for staff and developed solution documents for problems encountered.
- Network administrator for Windows 2012 server environment. Managed all Cisco equipment and appliances
- Implemented MAC address filtering and VLANs to lower vulnerabilities by 35%.
- Improved network performance 20% through monitoring and app prioritization.
- Wrote scripts to create automatic updating procedure for all key system components. Recouped 10% of administrator work time.
- Maintained all DNS, DHCP and TCI/IP settings and upgrades.
- Integrated Manage Engine Service Desk support to cut down on trouble tickets 35%. Responded to all tickets 10% faster than previous year.
IP Network Engineer
Huawei Technologies Ltd, CBD, Abuja.
CBD, Abuja
11.2014 - 07.2015
- Installation, configuration and maintenance of network equipment such as Routers, Switches, WLAN access controllers and Firewall.
- Assessing and recommending improvements to network operations and integrated hardware, software, communications and operating systems.
- Performing routine checks, data backup (disaster recovery) services, part replacement and maintenance on all network elements.
- Troubleshooting and resolving Huawei LAN/WAN connectivity issues.
- Site survey for client site for deployment of WLAN.
- Network design, planning and implementation for various projects.
- Supervise Telecommunication/ICT Sub-contractor to ensure quality while at same time meeting deadline.
- Keep up-to-date inventory of telecom and IT equipment installed on site and giving day-to-day site report to show project progress.
- Performing router, WLAN controller, switch and network upgrades.
ICT Administrator/Pre-Sales Engineer
Jetlink Limited
Lekki, Lagos
12.2011 - 11.2014
- Providing in-house IT support: first point of call & initial troubleshooting of IT problems regarding active directory, LANs, WANs, company website, workstations & printers. Logging & resolution of the above.
- Providing input into IT acceptable use policy development, IT strategy and annual IT budget.
- Performed maintenance & data backup (disaster recovery) services for server room and Training Center, as well as associated applications such as Manage Engine Support Software, Sage, Microsoft SharePoint & Microsoft Exchange.
- Managing the security firewall devices to monitor network traffic & control user bandwidth. Ensuring data backup & disaster recovery operations.
- Worked in Pre-Sales & provided information on new products and technology to prospective clients, and walk-in customers.
- To provide administrative & technical support on ongoing projects and drafted minutes of project meetings, as well as keeping a schedule of timelines for the different projects.
- Worked with the Bid Desk team & assist in collating relevant documentation for bid/tender documents for projects for which the company participates in.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Telecommunications Engineering
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science & Technology
Kumasi, Ghana 09.2006 - 06.2010
Additional Information
References available upon request
Timeline
ICT Officer
Fiphs Infrastructure Limited
06.2016 - 06.2022
IP Network Engineer
Huawei Technologies Ltd, CBD, Abuja.
11.2014 - 07.2015
ICT Administrator/Pre-Sales Engineer
Jetlink Limited
12.2011 - 11.2014
Bachelor of Science - Telecommunications Engineering
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science & Technology
09.2006 - 06.2010
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