Iliyasu Umar ZUBAIRU

Work History

Bright Hope CBT

01.2024

Monitored system logs on various networking equipment to identify potential security threats or malwares
Ping client to server to ensure and test connectivity
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
Provided technical expertise in the design of secure networks compliant with industry standards.

Society for Family Health (SFH)

01.2023

Created user accounts in Active Directory for new users based on employee roles
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.

Kunike International School CBT

01.2022

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
Configured VPNs using IPsec, GRE and SSL protocols
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
Provided technical expertise in the design of secure networks compliant with industry standards.

UNICEF

01.2020 - 01.2021

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.

AMTIM Technologies

01.2014 - 01.2019

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
Designed secure networks using various encryption techniques such as IPsec, SSL and TLS
Monitored use of data files and regulated access to safeguard information in computer files
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
Trained personnel on best practices related to cyber security awareness.