Gbenga Adesanya
IT Specialist
Island, Lekki,Lagos
Summary
To be a change agent in a leading organization that lays emphasis on excellence and efficiency, Thus adding value to humanity.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
15
15
years of post-secondary education
7
7
Certifications
Work History
IT, Lead Specialist
The Riverbank School
Lagos
09.2022 - Current
- Installing and configuring hardware and software components to ensure usability Troubleshooting hardware and software issues Ensuring electrical safety standards are met Repairing or replacing damaged hardware Upgrading the entire system to enable compatible software on all computers Installing and upgrading anti-virus software to ensure security at the user level Performing tests and evaluations of new software and hardware Providing support to users and being the first point of contact for error reporting Establishing good relationships with all departments and colleagues Conducting daily backup operations Managing technical documentation Exchange server mailbox maintenance including archiving mailboxes, Active
- Directive Server Management, Ensure VMware, Networking, Linux Server, Cloud Storage, and Google Manage
- Control Box are up and running Providing support for MAC and PC Advised customers and users regarding required maintenance practices of diverse software systems for OEM warranty requirements and industry best practices Setting up and configuring new laptops and desktops Install authorized software on laptops and desktops Installations and repair of Projector and Interactive TV and Whiteboard Making of Cat 5 network cables where necessary Maintaining and upgrading core data and infrastructure Installation/Preparation of the conference room and meeting with Projector and
- PowerPoint presentations Ensuring all software purchased licensing is recorded and maintained Give support to IGSE Exam and provide all necessary means towards the success of the students.
IT Supervisor
Holden Park School
Lagos
09.2021 - 08.2022
- 08 Overseeing all technology operations and evaluating them according to established goals Devising and establishing IT policies and systems to support the implementation of strategies set by upper Management Purchase efficient and cost-effective technological equipment and software Inspect the use of technological equipment and software to ensure functionality and efficiency Identify the need for upgrades, configurations, or new systems and report to upper management Control budget and report on expenditure Assist in building relationships with vendors and creating cost-efficient contracts Assess vendors and develop test strategies for new hardware and software Troubleshoot hardware and software issues related to internal IT Set goals for performance and deadlines in ways that comply with the school’s plans and vision and communicate them to subordinates Organize workflow and ensure that employees understand their duties or delegated tasks Monitor employee productivity and provide constructive feedback and coaching Receive complaints and resolve problems Maintain timekeeping and personnel records Pass on information from upper management to employees and Vice versa Prepare and submit performance reports
- Active Directive Management, Google workspace, Firewall, and Security to
- Company Systems Review diagnostics and assess the functionality and efficiency of systems and
- Implement security measures Install and update company software and hardware Installations and repair of Projector and Interactive TV and Whiteboard Graphic Design and Social Media Management Remote IT Solutions to staff and Customers, using Apps (Team viewer, AnyDesk,
- Google team, Zoom, etc.) Repairing or replacing damaged hardware (System Motherboard), Upgrading the entire system to enable compatible software on all computers Overseeing all technology operations and evaluating them according to established goals Devising and establishing IT policies and systems to support the implementation of strategies set by upper management Purchase efficient and cost-effective technological equipment and software Inspect the use of technological equipment and software to ensure functionality and efficiency Identify the need for upgrades, configurations, or new systems and report to upper management Coordinate IT and supervise computer scientists, technicians, and other professionals to provide guidance Perform periodic risk assessments and initiate risk control strategies Coach all team members and motivate them to produce desired results CCTV Installation and management/Surveillance maintenance (IP Surveillance Camera)
IT Manager
Keyron’s International School
Project Manager In IT
03.2020 - 12.2020
- Managed network and system performance, conducting troubleshooting, security patching, and maintenance.
- Oversaw IT department operations and training.
- Interacted and negotiated with vendors, outsourcers and contractors to secure products and services.
- Guided organizational technology strategy and roadmaps.
- Led and assisted technical upgrade projects for clients by working and coordinating with consultants and developers for integrations.
- Identified computer hardware and network system issues, performing troubleshooting techniques for remediation.
- Worked closely with management teams to plan, develop and execute technical strategies aligned to client's vision.
- Reviewed and assessed architecture design, implementation, testing and deployment needs to identify project requirements and costs.
IT Technician and Procurement Manager (Lead)
Nobelhouse College Ogun State
01.2021 - 09.2021
- Installing and configuring computer hardware, software, systems, Networks, printers, and scanners Monitoring and maintaining computer systems and networks Installations and repair of Projector and Interactive TV and Whiteboard Active Directive Server Management Antivirus/Firewall installation on all desktops and laptops Repairing and replacing equipment where and when necessary Ensure VMware, Networking, Linux Server, Cloud Storage, and Google Manage
- Control Box are up and running pay attention to detail and adherence to the school brand Responding in a timely manner to service issues as the need arises Providing technical support across the school in all departments (this may be in person or over the phone depending on the time and nature of the challenge) Setting up accounts for new users in the school (during registration of any sort)
- Google workstation Infrastructure and implementation of new devices and how the installation can be properly done in the school environment
- Perform ICT training for staff members.
IT Technician Specialist
Children’s International School
03.2020 - 01.2021
- Give support to IGSE Exam and provide all necessary means towards the success of the students Ensuring all software purchased licensing is recorded and maintained Server purchase and implementation of farewell and Active Directory
- Management/security Exchange server mailbox maintenance including archiving mailboxes
- Supports, monitors, and maintains the school’s ICT lab, ensuring that computer usage/operations for both staff and students are hitch-free in all departments in the school Work together with Marketing Team to ensure all the social media and Marketing of the school run well
- Installing and configuring hardware and software components to ensure usability
- Troubleshooting hardware and software issues
- Ensuring electrical safety standards are met
- Repairing or replacing damaged hardware
- Upgrading the entire system to enable compatible software on all computers
- Installing and upgrading anti-virus software to ensure security at the user level
- Performing tests and evaluations of new software and hardware
- Providing support to users and being the first point of contact for error reporting
- Establishing good relationships with all departments and colleagues
- Conducting daily backup operations
- Managing technical documentation
- Exchange server mailbox maintenance including archiving mailboxes, Active
- Directive Server Management, Ensure VMware, Networking, Linux Server, Cloud Storage, and Google Manage
- Control Box are up and running
- Providing support for MAC and PC
- Advised customers and users regarding required maintenance practices of diverse software systems for OEM warranty requirements and industry best practices
- Setting up and configuring new laptops and desktops Install authorized software on laptops and desktops
- Installations and repair of Projector and Interactive TV and Whiteboard
- Making of Cat 5 network cables where necessary
- Maintaining and upgrading core data and infrastructure
- Installation/Preparation of the conference room and meeting with Projector and
- PowerPoint presentations
- Ensuring all software purchased licensing is recorded and maintained
- Give support to IGSE Exam and provide all necessary means towards the success of the students
- Installing and configuring computer hardware, software, systems, Networks, printers, and scanners
- Monitoring and maintaining computer systems and networks
- Responding in a timely manner to service issues as the need arises
- Supporting and working in collaboration with the ICT Teacher in carrying out the following specific tasks, as may be assigned by his school authority
- Active Directive Server Management
ITS Technician/Networking Engr
Greensprings School
Lagos
01.2008 - 08.2015
- Active Directive Server Management Antivirus/Firewall installation on all desktops and laptops Ensure VMware, Networking, Linux Server, Cloud Storage, and Google Manage
- Control Box are up and running pay attention to details and adhere to the school band Graphics design Setting up accounts for new users in the school (during registration of any sort) Repairing and replacing equipment where and when necessary Testing and examining new technology Perform ICT training for staff members Supports, monitors, and maintains the school’s ICT lab, ensuring that computer usage/operations for both staff and students are hitch-free in all departments in the school Design a good video to publicize the School Event and Program Manage the school server and Interact with Internet service providers in ensuring the school’s internet run well Give support to IGSE Exam and provide all necessary means towards the success of the students Ensuring all software purchased licensing is recorded and maintained Exchange server mailbox maintenance including archiving mailboxes
- Providing technical support across the school in all departments (this may be in person or over the phone depending on the time and nature of the challenge).
Training/IT Engineer
ALLIED COMPUTER GROUP
- Installation of New Computers desktops, laptops, and Hardware and software across the interstate
- Traveling to different states for the installation of computers and networking for
- Clients
- Network support in UBA bank Head quarter in Marina Lagos (Office Given in the building to resume every day)
- Supply banks, companies, and schools’ computer equipment like servers
- Implementations, Internet and Networking, inverters, etc
- Supply of computer systems and computer hardware and Software repairs
- Advised customers and users regarding required maintenance practices of diverse software systems for OEM warranty requirements and industry best practices
- UPS sales and installation for clients.
Education
Hon. Canadian - Equivalency
WORLD EDUCATIONAL SERVICE INTERNATIONAL
Verified 04.2021 - Current
BSc. - Computer Science
OLABISI ONABANJO UNIVERSITY
Ogun State 06.2003 - 04.2009
Diploma - Data Processing
OLABISI ONABANJO UNIVERSITY
Ogun State 03.2001 - 04.2003
Secondary School Certificate - Science
Government College
Lagos, Nigeria 02.1994 - 04.1999
Skills
Leadershipundefined
Accomplishments
- Word Press (Website), Social Media Advert
- SEO Search Engine Optimization,
- Google Analytics
- Graphics Design
- Video and Mobile Marketing
- (2020)
Certification
EDUCARE – Certification (2019)
Affiliations
CERTIFICATES Project Management Professional (PMP) Member of PMI (2022)
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Nigeria Red Cross
01-2023
Nigeria fire Services
10-2022
IT, Lead Specialist
The Riverbank School
09.2022 - Current
Project Manager
04-2022
IT Supervisor
Holden Park School
09.2021 - 08.2022
Hon. Canadian - Equivalency
WORLD EDUCATIONAL SERVICE INTERNATIONAL
04.2021 - Current
Digital marketing/Graphic
04-2021
IT Technician and Procurement Manager (Lead)
Nobelhouse College Ogun State
01.2021 - 09.2021
IT Manager
Keyron’s International School
03.2020 - 12.2020
IT Technician Specialist
Children’s International School
03.2020 - 01.2021
ITS Technician/Networking Engr
Greensprings School
01.2008 - 08.2015
BSc. - Computer Science
OLABISI ONABANJO UNIVERSITY
06.2003 - 04.2009
Diploma - Data Processing
OLABISI ONABANJO UNIVERSITY
03.2001 - 04.2003
Secondary School Certificate - Science
Government College
02.1994 - 04.1999
Training/IT Engineer
ALLIED COMPUTER GROUP
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