Zubairu Iliyasu Umar
IT Infrastructure & Surveillance Systems Specialist
Osogbo,Osun State
Summary
I oversee and manage Information Technology Operations and Strategy at different organizations level. With proven over 12+ years of experience in the IT field, I've implemented many IT infrastructures, IT governance, IT security, IT Teams, IT Policies, Procedures, IT Systems/ Applications /Products etc. I am passionate about leveraging emerging technologies and best practices to optimize business processes, enhance customer satisfaction, and drive organizational growth. I have successfully led and successfully executed several IT and Surveillance systems projects, such as implementing surveillance security framework, and improving IT infrastructure security and performance utilizing SCADA, PI System, Well View and other Surveillance tools to enhance operational efficiency, detect anomalies, and reduce downtime. Strong back ground in remote monitoring, leak detection and predictive maintenance for upstream and midstream operations. I enjoy collaboration with business partners and stakeholders to align IT and Security objectives with organizational goals and vision. Certifications include: CISSP(Dip), CompTIA Security+, CmpTIA Cloud+ CompTIA A+, ISO/IEC 27001, Certified Cyber Security, Fraud Detection and Prevention Management, Oil and Gas Management- Health and Safety, Computer Maintenance and PC Building, Anti-money Laundering and Customer Verification etc.
Overview
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Certification
14
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years of professional experience
Work History
IT Infrastructure Specialist
Kunike International School
Osogbo, Osun
01.2023 - Current
- Operated and maintained various office equipment including printers, scanners, Projector, Networking, and computers for optimal performance
- Utilized software tools such as Backup Exec and Microsoft Office Suite to enhance operational efficiency
- Engaged with clients and staff to ensure effective communication and support.
- Installed and configured copier and print functions to meet user needs
- Documented all network changes, ensuring accurate records for future reference
- Performed administrative duties, including report generation and correspondence.
- Managed data entry and retrieval tasks, maintaining organized records.
CCTV Engineer
Eternal Oil & Gas
River, PH
03.2019 - 01.2024
- Lead a 5-member team managing 400+ IP cameras across 9 sites; migrated 3 standalone DVR systems to Milestone XProtect Corporate VMS, reducing incident response time by 35%.
- Designed and deployed SD-WAN fabric (Fortinet FortiGate) across 12 branch offices, achieving 99.97% uptime and cutting WAN costs.
- Directed full lifecycle data center refresh (HPE ProLiant Gen10 + 3PAR SAN), increasing compute capacity by 60% within zero-downtime maintenance windows.
- Implemented Axis Analytics (crowd detection, license plate recognition) integrated with access control at 4 terminal entry points; decreased tailgating incidents by 62%.
- Authored and maintained DR/BCP documentation for 5 critical systems; facilitated successful tabletop exercises with executive leadership.
- Designed and implemented CCTV surveillance systems for commercial and residential properties, ensuring compliance with local regulations.
- Conducted site surveys to assess security needs and recommend appropriate camera placements and technologies.
- Install and configured IP and analog cameras, NVR/DVRs, and associated networking equipment.
- Provided technical support and training to clients on system operation and maintenance.
- Performed regular maintenance and troubleshooting to ensure system reliability and performance.
Infrastructure Security Specialist
Amtim Technologies & Engineering
Lagos
03.2018 - 03.2018
- Operated and maintained various office equipment including printers, scanners, Projector, Networking etc
- Monitored user activities on internal systems and investigated any suspicious activities
- Analyzed log files to detect suspicious activity on the network.
- Documented findings from risk assessment activities along with recommended remediation strategies.
- Configured, monitored, and maintained firewalls and intrusion detection systems to prevent external threats.
- Performed vulnerability assessments using industry-standard tools such as Nessus and NMAP.
- Developed incident response plans for potential cyber-attacks.
- Deployed anti-malware solutions across the organization's networks and endpoints.
- Configured antivirus software on all computers within the organization's networks to protect against malicious programs.
- Encrypted data transmissions and erected firewalls to conceal confidential information as it was being transmitted and to keep out tainted digital transfers.
Technical Support Officer
UNICEF
Jalingo, Taraba
08.2016 - 11.2017
- Deployed operating systems including Windows 10, 8, 7, Vista, XP and Mac OS X.
- Investigated incidents reported by users in order to identify root cause of issue.
- Assisted with network configuration and troubleshooting issues related to LAN and WAN connectivity.
- Monitored server performance on a regular basis ensuring optimal functioning at all times.
- Performed hardware and software troubleshooting using systematic approach.
- Installed, configured, tested and maintained hardware such as laptops, desktop computers, printers, scanners and other peripherals.
- Maintained inventory records of hardware assets including serial numbers, purchase dates.
- Diagnosed system errors using troubleshooting techniques and tools such as remote access software.
- Troubleshot issues on device-specific problems, network performance, and internet connectivity.
- Set up equipment for employee use, performed and ensured proper installation of cables, operating systems, and appropriate software.
Network Engineer
Bright Hope ICT Hub
Osogbo, Osun
08.2014 - 05.2015
- Troubleshot and resolved simple or complex issues utilizing reference materials
- Troubleshot LAN and WAN connectivity issues by analyzing packet captures with Wire shark
- Monitored system logs on various networking equipment to identify potential security threats or malwares
- Secured network systems by establishing and enforcing policies and defining and monitoring access
- Configured and optimized networks to connect various front-end and back-end components
- Maintained an up-to-date knowledgebase of current trends and developments in the field of Network Engineering
- Deployed new hardware devices including routers, switches, firewalls and wireless access points.
IT Support & Systems Technician
Society for Family Health (SFH)
FCT, Abuja
04.2012 - 09.2013
- Supported 400-room property IT infrastructure; maintained PMS (Opera) connectivity, IP PBX, and property-wide WLAN.
- Installed and commissioned 120-camera Bosch IP CCTV system and integrated with hotel security operations center.
- Resolved 95%+ of helpdesk tickets within SLA; elevated service desk CSAT score from 78% to 91% within one year.
- Monitored server performance to ensure availability of mission critical services.
- Automated routine tasks using automation frameworks such as Puppet.
- Performed maintenance tasks such as patching and upgrades of the OS, applications and firmware for various hardware components.
- Provided technical support to end-users across multiple locations using remote access tools like RDP, Team Viewer.
- Configured network devices including routers, switches, and firewalls.
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure smooth operation of the entire IT environment.
- Diagnosed and troubleshot hardware and software issues on servers.
Education
B.Sc. - Public Administration
Ahmadu Bello University
01.2012
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Comprehensive College
01.2008
Skills
- Network Architecture
- LAN / WAN / SD-WAN design & deployment
- CCTV & IP Surveillance
- Axis
- Hikvision
- Milestone
- Genetec VMS
- Access Control Systems
- Lenel
- HID
- Suprema biometric integration
- Data Center Operations
- VMware vSphere
- HPE
- Dell PowerEdge
- SAN/NAS
- Cybersecurity
- Fortinet
- Palo Alto NGFW
- SOC/SIEM operations
- Project Management
- PMP methodologies
- Vendor coordination
- ITIL
- Surveillance / CCTV
- Bosch
- Sony
- AI analytics
- LPR
- PTZ
- Access Control
- Lenel OnGuard
- HID Signo
- Bosch B-Series
- PSIM integration
- Cisco Firepower
- Nessus
- QRadar SIEM
- ISO 27001
- ITIL v4
- PCI-DSS
- NIST CSF
- TIA-942 data center
- EN 50132 CCTV
Certification
- CISSP(Dip)
- CompTIA Security+
- CmpTIA Cloud+
- CompTIA A+
- ISO/IEC 27001
- Certified Cyber Security
- Fraud Detection and Prevention Management
- Oil and Gas Management- Health and Safety
- Computer Maintenance and PC Building
- Anti-money Laundering and Customer Verification
Languages
English
Hausa
Yoruba
Key Projects And Achievements
- Led technical design and commissioning of a 2,200-camera smart city surveillance platform for a Tier-1 municipality client, integrating Genetec VMS, ANPR, and drone feed ingestion.
- Installation and configuration of CTP thermo Printing Machine (University of Ibadan Project, 2019)
- Network Security installation, configuration and administrator (Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB, 2017)
- Installation, configuration and administration of 28 capacity of Network Video Recording (NVR) Surveillance system (Bright hope Micro finance Bank, 2021)
- Installations and configuration 4030 Mph capacity highway Surveillance systems in selected areas of Lagos and FCT, Abuja (2021)
- Installation and Configuration of UAV industrial AI Surveillance system for Oil and Gas in River State contracted by ExxonMobil
- Procurement and Installation of industrial Direct Image Thermo machine (Ahmadu Bello University Press, Zaria, 2017)
- Installation, Configuration and deployment of 3101 MP 8 Surveillance thermos for industrial security system (Addax petroleum, 2019)
- Successfully administered, monitored and maintained a large-scale network infrastructure utilizing Cisco Gigabyte switch and Star link technologies (Trydah Project, 2022)
- Network installation and configuration of 300 Capacity CBT center at Amtim ICT Hub (2024)
- Network installation and configuration of 250+25 backup capacity CBT center at Heritage College, Inisa (2025)
- Consulting and Supervising of 600 capacity CBT center at Beloved ICT Hub, Owode-ede, Osun State (2024)
- Establishment and installation of 120 capacity internet facilities using optics and wireless at Okanlawon Science College, Osogbo (2023)
References
References and detailed project portfolios available upon request.
Timeline
IT Infrastructure Specialist
Kunike International School
01.2023 - Current
CCTV Engineer
Eternal Oil & Gas
03.2019 - 01.2024
Infrastructure Security Specialist
Amtim Technologies & Engineering
03.2018 - 03.2018
Technical Support Officer
UNICEF
08.2016 - 11.2017
Network Engineer
Bright Hope ICT Hub
08.2014 - 05.2015
IT Support & Systems Technician
Society for Family Health (SFH)
04.2012 - 09.2013
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Comprehensive College
B.Sc. - Public Administration
Ahmadu Bello University