Hyginus Horson
Systems Administrator
No. 6, Zambezi Crescent,FCT
Summary
Attentive Senior Systems Analyst with 13years helping companies design and build technical systems customized perfectly for unique needs. Masterful at uncovering economical solutions to system design tasks of any scale. Keen to help clients design and acquire systems that overperform on business needs while coming in under budget.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Senior Systems Analyst
Tertiary Education Trust Fund
12.2019 - Current
- Utilised change management techniques to provide smooth transitions during new hardware and software introductions thereby increasing efficiency by 85%.
- Audited multi-system installations for conformance to business objectives, suggesting changes to meet performance thresholds.
- Performed system analysis, documentation, testing, implementation and user support for platform transitions.
- Analysed proposed and extant systems for technological limitations and conformation with current technology needs.
- Investigated system issues and implemented resolutions to reduce downtime by 98%.
- Installed system updates to address vulnerabilities and reduce security issues.
- Diagnosed, troubleshot and resolved network and system problems.
- Trained over 200 colleagues on computer systems, providing thorough documentation and other educational materials.
Network Security Analyst
Taphnek Global Limited
01.2014 - 12.2019
- Network Management (LAN/WAN management, Routing and Switching techniques, security/Firewall Implementations)
- Installed and maintained commercial firewall solution, working with security vendors to consistently apply best practices and software updates.
- Reviewed violations of computer security procedures and developed mitigation plans.
- Monitored computer virus reports to determine when to update virus protection systems.
- Authored security and vulnerability reports, detailing logged incursions and suggesting remediation efforts.
- Offered preventive training to harden personnel against intrusion vectors such as phishing, ransomware and more.
- Designed standardised incident logging system to track historical incursions while helping prevent future breaches.
- Created standardised incident response program to outline immediate and consistent remediation of security breaches.
- Monitored use of data files and regulated access to protect secure information.
Network Engineer
Altavista Solution
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Configured and managed network Routers, Switches, Servers and Access points from both command line interface(CLI) and graphical user interface (GUI)
- Configured Active Directory (AD) and Identity Access Management (IAM) servers, where access controls are granted based on roles in the company
- Recommended options for disaster recovery and remote access security.
- Configured and troubleshot VoIP and multi-media distributed systems and platforms.
- Monitored network capacity and performance to diagnose and resolve complex network problems.
- Escalated emergency technical issues beyond knowledge to maintain optimum up-time.
- Collaborated with vendors to identify best options for optimising network performance.
- Integrated data, voice and video networks for use in multi-site installations.
Network/System Administrator
Intersky Digital Limited
01.2007 - 01.2010
- Established network specifications and analysed workflow, access, information and security requirements.
- Installed and configured Microsoft Windows Servers, external webmail configuration, File share, backup using Windows ntbackup, and third party antivirus management applications
- My most remarkable achievement in this role was design and implementation of hierarchical network topology comprising of following: Core, Distribution and Access layers for Campus Area Network with 1,000+ users.
- Installed important security and functionality patches to maintain optimal protections against intrusion and system reliability.
- Designed proactive preventive maintenance schedules to prevent unnecessary downtime and hardware faults.
- Oversaw file system and storage upgrades while safeguarding data integrity and redundancy.
- Delivered Tier 2 and Tier 3 support for problem identification, diagnosis and issue resolution.
- Implemented internet and intranet applications on multiple platforms.
- Performed software installations and upgrades to UNIX or Windows operating systems.
- Supported day-to-day operations, monitoring and resolving client/server and storage issues.
Education
Master of Science - Computer Security and Forensics
University of Bedfordshire
Luton 01.2013 - 07.2014
BSc. - Mathematics Education
University of Jos
Jos 09.2003 - 06.2008
Skills
Interpersonal Skills
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Timeline
Senior Systems Analyst
Tertiary Education Trust Fund
12.2019 - Current
Network Security Analyst
Taphnek Global Limited
01.2014 - 12.2019
Master of Science - Computer Security and Forensics
University of Bedfordshire
01.2013 - 07.2014
Network Engineer
Altavista Solution
01.2010 - 01.2012
Network/System Administrator
Intersky Digital Limited
01.2007 - 01.2010
BSc. - Mathematics Education
University of Jos
09.2003 - 06.2008
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