ALIU OSILAMA FIKUNAYOMI
Ikeja
Summary
Well skilled and versatile in Routing And Switching, VPN Setup and configurations, Firewall setup and
configurations. Versatile in Project Management from Inception to Closure. Exceptional in OSPF, EIGRP,
BGP, MPLS, VPN, VLAN, VXLAN., etc
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
35
35
Certification
Work History
Network Engineer
Soft Alliance and Resources Limited
10.2017 - Current
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Configuring, troubleshooting and maintenance of network devices, Switches and Routers
- Installation and termination of network cables, providing accurate labeling and records
- Ensure user compliance with the organizations operating policies, controls and procedures
- Troubleshooting LAN/WAN network connectivity issues
- Implement cable management (trunking, crimping and termination)
- Configure and install various network devices and services (e.g. routers, switches, etc)
- Perform network maintenance and system upgrades including service packs, patches, hot fixes and
security configurations
- Monitor network performance and ensure system availability, reliability and system resource
utilization
- Improved network performance by identifying and resolving bottlenecks, optimizing configurations, and implementing best practices.
- Designed and deployed scalable network infrastructure for increased efficiency and reliability.
- Reduced downtime with proactive monitoring of network devices and rapid troubleshooting.
- Enhanced security by implementing firewalls, VPNs, and access control systems.
- Streamlined network management through the implementation of automated monitoring tools and processes.
- Increased overall network stability by performing root cause analysis on recurring issues and implementing long-term solutions.
Lagos State Vehicle Inspection Service (VIS) ANPR Technical Consultant
Soft Alliance and Resources Limited
10.2017 - Current
Co-ordinate all new ANPR installations and training of VIS Drivers in all 20 Area Commands of
Lagos State
- Manage all supporting ANPR processes
- Oversee ANPR validation process and ensure regulations adhered to
- Liaise with external suppliers
- Document all processes connected to ANPR
- Management of all operational ANPR duties
- Prepare monthly reports
- Conduct monthly analysis on success of ANPR
- Manage all the ANPR units/troubleshoot
- To act as central point of contact internally for any matters relating to ANPR
- To provide support to Sales team with specific ANPR knowledge
- Reduced downtime and improved productivity by providing timely technical support to clients, addressing their concerns and solving problems quickly.
- Improved security measures to protect sensitive information by conducting vulnerability assessments and implementing corrective actions as needed.
- Trained end-users on new systems, fostering a smooth adoption process and empowering users to maximize the potential of new technologies.
Network Infrastructure Intern
Soft Alliance and Resources Limited
05.2017 - 10.2017
- Managing small and medium scale networks at Lagos State Ministries
- Participated in professional development opportunities to enhance skill set, contributing to overall intern growth and potential future employment prospects.
Volunteer Network Infrastructure Staff
Soft Alliance and Resources Limited
11.2015 - 03.2016
- Managing small and medium scale networks at Lagos State Ministries
Industrial Training
Stanbic IBTC Pension Managers Limited
07.2013 - 01.2014
- Scanning of pension forms into an online software database
Education
NYSC Discharge Certificate -
04.2017
NYSC Discharge Certificate -
04.2017
B.Tech Computer Engineering, Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomoso, Oyo State, Second Class Upper Degree -
12.2015
B.Tech Computer Engineering, Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomoso, Oyo State, Second Class Upper Degree -
12.2015
Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE), Christ the King International School, Gbagada, Lagos State -
07.2002
Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE), Christ the King International School, Gbagada, Lagos State -
07.2002
Skills
- Access Control
- Performance Improvement
- Firewall Management Tools
- Risk Assessment
Open Shortest Path First (OSPF)
- Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol (EIGRP)
- Border Gateway Protocol (BGP)
- Layer 2 and Layer 3 Switching
-
Spanning Tree Protocol (STP)
- Virtual LAN (VLAN)
- VLAN Access List
- EtherChannel
- Virtual Private Networks (VPN)
- Unicast Reverse Path Forwarding (URPF)
- Access List
- Zone Based Firewall
- IP SLA (IP Service Level Agreement)
- Network Address Translation (NAT)
- Computer Repairs and Maintenance
- Identity, Access and Security
- Technical Troubleshooting
- Cisco IOS Mastery
- MPLS Routers
- Networking Protocol Expertise
- End Point Configurations
- Firewall Functionality
- Datacenter Network Implementations
- Firewall Technology Expertise
- Infrastructure Planning
- LAN Switching Technologies
- IP Services
- Virtual Private Networks
- Information Security Technology
- EIGRP Routing
- Cisco Equipment Familiarity
- User Credential Management
- Disaster Recovery Operations
- Network Security Systems
- Networking and Routing Protocol Expertise
- SNMP Monitoring
- Infrastructure Solutions
- Excellent Presentation Skills
- VLAN Aggregation
- DNS Implementation
- Strong Troubleshooting Skills
- Wireless Networks Troubleshooting
- Network Security Architecture
- Network Troubleshooting
- Remote Work Support
- Network Device Monitoring
- Organized and Detail-Oriented
- System Integration
- Hardware Installation
- User Support
- Network Architecture Understanding
- Effective Communication
- Technical Solutions Development
- Equipment Configuration
- Technical Support
- Packet Trace Analysis
- Network Performance Analysis
- Network Security
- Technical Infrastructure Upgrades
- Bandwidth Evaluations
- Security Architecture and Technologies
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Routing Protocol Expertise
- Data Backups
- IP Address Structure
- Subnetting Expertise
- Network Architecture Design
- Disaster Recovery Planning
- Microsoft Office Proficiency
- User Training
- Upgrade Path Design
- Port Security Knowledge
- Layer-2/3 Protocols
- Cost Estimation
- Process Development
- Proactive and Team Player
- IP Addressing and Subnetting
- Root Cause Analysis
- Network Performance Monitoring
- Mobile Device Management
- Project Management Experience
- Enterprise WiFi Management
- OSPF Routing
- Access Issue Resolution
- Test Facility Development
- 8021X Experience
- Cisco Switching Expertise
- Documentation Writing
- Network Scaling
- Network Configuration
- Circuit Management
- Cisco IDS Network
- Routing Protocols Expertise
- Firewall Configuration Expertise
- Data Center Networking
- Load Balancing Techniques
- Network Monitoring Tools
- Continuous Learning Mindset
- Wide Area Network Optimization
- Customer Service Orientation
- Network Security Implementation
- Wireless Networking Proficiency
- Quality of Service Management
- Project Management
Websites
Certification
- Udemy's Training on Nmap for Network Security, 06/2023
- Udemy's Training on WireShark for Network Security, 06/2023
- Hands-on with Cisco Meraki Wireless Access Points- LinkedIn Learning, 11/2022
- Huawei Certified ICT Professional - Routing and Switching (HCIP R&S), 08/2021
- Huawei Certified ICT Associate - Security (HCIA SECURITY), 06/2021
- Neural Labs ANPR Hands on Certification, 04/2021
- Huawei Certified ICT Associate - Wireless Local Area Network (HCIA WLAN), 10/2020
- Huawei Certified Pre-sales Associate-IP Network, 06/2020
- Huawei Enterprise IP Network Planning and Design, 04/2020
- Huawei Virtual Intelligent Video Surveillance Partner Enablement Session, 04/2020
- Neural Labs Smart Cities Solutions Training, 04/2020
- Huawei Online IP Solution Training, 03/2020
- Cisco Certified Network Professional Enterprise, 12/2019
- Cisco Certified Specialist - Enterprise Core, 12/2019
- Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Routing and Switching, 12/2019
- Huawei Certified Field Specialist- Intelligence Video Surveillance, 08/2019
- Huawei Certified ICT Associate - Routing and Switching (HCIA R&S), 07/2019
- Certification on Neural Labs ANPR Hardware and Software Applications, 04/2019
- Cybrary's End User Security Awareness, 01/2019
- Cybrary's Introduction to InfoSec, 01/2019
- How to Measure the Security of your Network Defenses, 11/2018
- Cybersecurity: The Danger, the Cost, the Retaliation webinar, 09/2018
- Cisco Certified Specialist - Enterprise Advanced Infrastructure Implementation, 08/2018
- ESET Cybersecurity Awareness Training, 07/2018
- Epic Cloud Security Event Training (Webinar), 02/2018
- Hitachi Storage Connector for Cisco Unified Computing System Director, 01/2018
- Positioning Ethernet Fabrics for Converged Infrastructure, 01/2018
- Comstor Cisco Meraki 360 Full Stack (Webinar), 01/2018
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Routing and Switching, 01/2018
- Micro Focus Identity, Access and Security Sales Certification, 09/2017
- Micro Focus Collaboration, File and Networking Sales Certification, 09/2017
- Micro Focus Testing Sales Certification, 10/2017
- Certified Project Manager Professional, 08/2016
- Graduate Member, Nigerian Society of Engineers, 07/2015
Areas Of Specialization
- Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR)
- Open Shortest Path First (OSPF)
- Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol (EIGRP)
- Border Gateway Protocol (BGP)
- Layer 2 and Layer 3 Switching
- Spanning Tree Protocol (STP)
- Virtual LAN (VLAN)
- VLAN Access List
- EtherChannel
- Virtual Private Networks (VPN)
- Unicast Reverse Path Forwarding (URPF)
- Access List
- Zone Based Firewall
- IP SLA (IP Service Level Agreement)
- Network Address Translation (NAT)
- Computer Repairs and Maintenance
- Identity, Access and Security
Trainings Received
- Computer Engineer, 06/2012, Admar Systems Ventures, 4b, Aromoba Street, Off Simbiat Abiola Way, Ikeja
- CCTV Installation, 11/2014, Open Distance Learning Centre, LAUTECH, LAUTECH, Oyo State
Leadership Experiences
- President, Winners Campus Fellowship, LAUTECH, 03/2014, 02/2015
- Zonal Coordinator, Nigerian Christian Corpers' Fellowship, 08/2016, 03/2017, Ewu-Urhobo Zone, Delta State
Community Development Service
- Provision of food items to Motherless Babies homes, Baby Area, Ogbomoso, 06/2012
- Free Medical outreach by NYSC Ewu-Urhobo Mass Literacy CDS group, 07/2016
- School fees payment of two students at David Standard School, Ewu, Delta, 11/2016
Corporate Partnerships
- CISCO
- HUAWEI
- NEURAL LABS
- ARH
- HITACHI
- ESET
- MICROFOCUS
- WESTCON-COMSTOR
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 05/23/86
Publications
A Face Neural Network Based Technique to determine emotions in Man
References
- Mrs. Binta Max-Gbinijie, Chief Executive Officer, Stanbic IBTC Trustees Limited, Plot 1678, Olakunle Bakare Close, VI, binta.max-gbinijie@stanbicibtc.com, 08022242284
- Mr. Adeniyi Bakare, General Manager, Smart Infrastructure, Soft Alliance and Resources Limited, 9, NERDC Close, CBD Alausa, abakare@softalliance.com, 08023636026
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Timeline
Network Engineer
Soft Alliance and Resources Limited
10.2017 - Current
Lagos State Vehicle Inspection Service (VIS) ANPR Technical Consultant
Soft Alliance and Resources Limited
10.2017 - Current
Network Infrastructure Intern
Soft Alliance and Resources Limited
05.2017 - 10.2017
Volunteer Network Infrastructure Staff
Soft Alliance and Resources Limited
11.2015 - 03.2016
Industrial Training
Stanbic IBTC Pension Managers Limited
07.2013 - 01.2014
NYSC Discharge Certificate -
NYSC Discharge Certificate -
B.Tech Computer Engineering, Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomoso, Oyo State, Second Class Upper Degree -
B.Tech Computer Engineering, Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomoso, Oyo State, Second Class Upper Degree -
Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE), Christ the King International School, Gbagada, Lagos State -
Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE), Christ the King International School, Gbagada, Lagos State -
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