Izuchukwu Okoroma
Network And Cloud Administrator
Abuja
Summary
A seasoned Network and Systems Administrator who is determined and focused in managing network infrastructure and optimizing environment while reducing redundancy. Considered expert in troubleshooting complex problems and reaching innovative solutions while adhering to rules and requirements of project scope. A dynamic team player when interfacing with other staff members, vendors and end-users. Possessing the ability to multi-task and perform in various capacities with confidence and friendliness while maintaining a high
work ethic that allows for the satisfactory execution of duties
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Network and Cloud Administrator
Norrenberger Financial Group
Abuja
06.2022 - Current
- Diagnosed and executed resolution for network and server issues.
- Maintained flexible schedule and responded to after-hours and weekend emergencies.
- Performed critical firewall configurations to ensure smooth connectivity both internally and externally.
- Configured secure Site-To-Site VPN between multiple organisational partners.
- Enhanced availability of infrastructure through enterprise-wide planning, thorough testing, efficient implementation and comprehensive support.
- Planned and implemented major upgrades to system hardware and software.
- Consolidated critical systems on cloud hosting environments.
- Implemented, developed and tested installation and update of file servers, print servers and application servers.
- Deployed virtualised environments to securely host both applications and databases.
- Installed, configured and supported local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN) and Internet system.
- Performed day-to-day LAN and WAN administration, maintenance and support.
- Configured networks for smooth, reliable operation to meet business processes and objectives.
- Performed Router and Switch configurations across multiple devices and network topologies.
- Configured interconnectivity between muliple office locations.
- Led server infrastructure development, quality assurance, staging and production systems.
Procurement Officer
Techvibes International Limited
Abuja
05.2019 - 05.2022
- Liaised with vendors on subsequent procurements and agreed on delivery times after due internal approvals.
- Built relationships with vendors to negotiate ideal
terms for purchases. - Set up and negotiated contracts to obtain
favorable pricing and delivery structures. - Identified hardware deficits and provided plans to
address them through purchases.
System Administrator
Techvibes International Limited
Abuja
01.2018 - 05.2022
- Full concurrent management of multiple remote
servers – Operating system environment
management and application management. - Server-side management of websites and
databases which reside on four remote servers.
Uptime and error remediation for over 10 domains. - Management of email servers for multiple
domains. Enterprise email account management
– creation, deletion, distribution lists, email aliases
etc. - Installed important security and functionality
patches to maintain optimal protections against
intrusion and system reliability. - Provided second-level support for server-class
systems. - Completed reports detailing network and systems
performance, costs and downtime issues. - Mentored and trained new staff to build a highly-
productive group within the department. - Oversees file system, storage and other digital
asset upgrades while safeguarding data integrity
and redundancy. - Existing on-premise server administration –
Windows Server 2012 and 2016. - Maintain on-site CCTV system and investigate any
issues. - Deployment and configuration of internal VoIP
network-based PBX systems. - Use of technical knowledge of hypervisors and
their management tools to create and manage
virtual server computing environment
Cyber Security, Audit and Compliance Officer
Techvibes International Limited
Abuja
01.2018 - 05.2022
- Monitored confidential company data and mitigated hacking through network systems updates.
- Full security management of remote servers and
threat analysis according to reports from existing
security tools. - Managed practical action plans to respond to
audit discoveries and compliance violations. - Liaised with risk management, internal audit and
employee services departments to direct
compliance issues to appropriate channels for
investigation and resolution. - Reviewed contracts for compliance and privacy-
related issues. - Applied leading theories and concepts to
development, maintenance, and implementation
of information security standards, procedures, and
guidelines - Strategic management and change
management of internal IT machineries. - Represented company's technical security
interests to partners to provide bi-directional flow
of technical information and best practices in
information security. - Monitored confidential company data and
mitigated hacking through network systems
updates. - Jointly counseled senior-level management on
current privacy and security trends and
recommendations to mitigate risk more efficiently. - Provided consultation and technical services on
all aspects of information security. - Performed and reviewed technical security
assessments of company products/software to
identify points of vulnerability and non-
compliance with established information security standards and recommend mitigation strategies. - Performed risk and vulnerability assessments and
provided results and recommendations to senior
management. - Encrypted data and managed firewalls to protect
confidential information. - Monitored computer virus reports to determine
when to update virus protection systems. - Performed risk analyses to identify appropriate
security countermeasures. - Conducted security audits to identify
vulnerabilities. - Enforcement of existing policies and developing
methods to encourage general policy adherence
I.T. Support Specialist
Techvibes International Limited
Abuja
12.2017 - 05.2022
- Providing support for emergent website events
and addressing issues encountered. - Managed backup and recovery of valuable
application source code to safeguard availability
and comply with existing policies. - Provisioned an optimal way of file sharing within
the organisation - through the use of the FTP
protocol for system backup. - Resolved diverse range of technical issues across
multiple systems and applications for developers
within the organisation. - Prepared new computers and mobile devices
according to internal policies on standardized
software and security deployments. - Maintained and operated AV equipment for use
during internal presentations and meetings. - Responded to faults in both LAN and WAN
networks to rapidly restore connectivity and
prevent unnecessary downtimes. - Determined hardware and network system issues
using proactive troubleshooting techniques. - Collaborated with HR department to design
standardized onboarding processes and training
assets. - Offered troubleshooting of connectivity issues with
connected devices. - Loaded software, granted permissions and
configured hardware for new employees as part
of onboarding process. - Manage the email control system - creation and
deletion of corporate email accounts according
to requirements.
Network Administrator
Techvibes International Limited
Abuja
11.2017 - 05.2022
- Performed day-to-day LAN and WAN administration, maintenance and support.
- Configured networks for smooth, reliable operation to meet business processes and objectives.
- Installed, configured and supported local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN) and Internet system - Installed LAN points throughout the organisation which operates out of the on-premise server room.
- Maintained network hardware and software and
monitored network to support network availability
to staff. - Identified and immediately resolved issues with
network devices. - Monitored stability of network and wireless services
to deliver comprehensive stability. - Provided required network documentation to
inform management. - Managed data backups and disaster recovery
operations for off-site code repositories and
servers.
Intern
National Youth Service Corps
Abuja
12.2016 - 11.2017
- Inventoried existing Information Technology assets which belongs to the organisation.
- Assistant Network Administrator.
- Maintaining security configurations.
- Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets and reports.
- Analyzed problems, identified solutions and made decisions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology/Business Information System
Middlesex University
Mauritius 10.2015 - 09.2016
Advanced Diploma - Software Engineering
Aptech Institute
Abuja 11.2013 - 05.2015
Skills
Network architecture understanding
Professional Memberships and Semiars
Cyber Security Experts Association of Nigeria (CSEAN)
Professional Member
April 2019-April 2022
Cyber Secure Nigeria 2019
9th – 11th April, 2019
References
Waseemah Moedeeen
Programme Coordinator for BSc. IT&BIS
Middlesex University, Mauritius
w.moedeen@mdx.ac.mu
Timeline
Network and Cloud Administrator
Norrenberger Financial Group
06.2022 - Current
Procurement Officer
Techvibes International Limited
05.2019 - 05.2022
System Administrator
Techvibes International Limited
01.2018 - 05.2022
Cyber Security, Audit and Compliance Officer
Techvibes International Limited
01.2018 - 05.2022
I.T. Support Specialist
Techvibes International Limited
12.2017 - 05.2022
Network Administrator
Techvibes International Limited
11.2017 - 05.2022
Intern
National Youth Service Corps
12.2016 - 11.2017
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology/Business Information System
Middlesex University
10.2015 - 09.2016
Advanced Diploma - Software Engineering
Aptech Institute
11.2013 - 05.2015
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