Peter Clarke
Summary
As an experienced enterprise information technology leader with over 18 years of experience, I have a proven track record of driving innovation, implementing technology solutions, and leading cross-functional teams to achieve business goals. My expertise includes strategic planning, project management, technology architecture, and team leadership. I am committed to staying ahead of the curve with emerging technologies and fostering a culture of innovation and creativity.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chief Technology Officer/Head of Enterprise IT
Waya Bank Group
03.2023 - 08.2023
- Lead and manage a team of 50+ technology professionals, including software engineers, data scientists, and product managers
- Develop and implement the company's technology strategy, including identifying new opportunities for innovation and driving the development of new products and services
- Manage the company's technology budget(250m) and ensure that all technology initiatives are delivered on time and within budget
- Work closely with other members of the executive team to align technology initiatives with overall business goals and objectives
- Lead the development of the company's cloud infrastructure, including the migration of legacy systems to the cloud
- Collaborate with external partners and vendors to identify and implement new technologies that enhance the company's products and services
- Developed and implemented a disaster recovery plan to ensure business continuity in the event of a system failure
- Lead the design and implementation of network systems, including LAN, WAN, VPN, and wireless networks
- Oversee the installation, configuration, and maintenance of servers, storage systems, and virtualization technologies
- Manage cloud computing environments, including IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS, to ensure optimal performance and cost-effectiveness
- Develop disaster recovery and business continuity plans to minimize downtime in the event of system failures or disasters
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and address security vulnerabilities and implement security solutions to protect the organization's IT assets
- Lead cross-functional teams of designers, engineers, and QA analysts to develop and launch new products and features
- Conducted market research and analyzed user feedback to develop product requirements and roadmaps
- Collaborated with the marketing team to develop go-to-market strategies and launch plans
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with stakeholders to ensure successful product launches.
Chief Technology Officer (Contract)
Fluke Technologies
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Develop and implement IT infrastructure strategies, policies, and procedures to ensure efficient and effective operations across the organization
- Led a team of 20+ software engineers, overseeing the development and launch of new products and services
- Developed and implemented the company's software development process, which increased efficiency and reduced time-to-market
- Worked closely with product managers and designers to ensure that all products and services were delivered on time and met customer needs
- Collaborated with external partners and vendors to implement new technologies that enhanced the company's products and services
- Led a team of IT professionals responsible for managing the company's technology infrastructure
- Coordinated with other departments to identify technology needs and provide solutions to improve business processes
- Managed the implementation of new software and hardware systems
- Conducted regular training sessions for employees on the use of new technology tools
- Developed and implemented a disaster recovery plan to ensure business continuity in the event of a system failure
- Lead the design and implementation of network systems, including LAN, WAN, VPN, and wireless networks
- Oversee the installation, configuration, and maintenance of servers, storage systems, and virtualization technologies
- Manage cloud computing environments, including IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS, to ensure optimal performance and cost-effectiveness
- Develop disaster recovery and business continuity plans to minimize downtime in the event of system failures or disasters
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and address security vulnerabilities and implement security solutions to protect the organization's IT assets
- Lead cross-functional teams of designers, engineers, and QA analysts to develop and launch new products and features
- Conducted market research and analyzed user feedback to develop product requirements and roadmaps
- Collaborated with the marketing team to develop go-to-market strategies and launch plans
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with stakeholders to ensure successful product launches.
Head Of IT
CIPM Nigeria
10.2019 - 09.2022
- Develop and implement IT strategies, policies, and procedures to ensure efficient and effective operations across the organization
- Develop and execute the technology strategy in alignment with the overall business strategy
- Manage a team of IT professionals responsible for all aspects of the company's technology infrastructure
- Lead cross-functional teams to deliver complex projects on time and within budget
- Manage cloud computing environments, including IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS, to ensure optimal performance and cost-effectiveness
- Identify and address security vulnerabilities and implement security solutions to protect the organization's IT assets
- Collaborate with business stakeholders to align IT initiatives with organizational goals and objectives
- Manage IT budgets(150m) and resources to ensure the effective use of resources
- Conducted market research and user testing to develop product requirements and roadmaps
- Collaborated with the engineering team to prioritize product development and ensure on-time delivery
- Worked closely with the sales team to develop pricing and packaging strategies for new products
- Successfully launched two major products - New CIPM website and Contact Center
- Conducted data analysis to support business decisions and improve business operations
- Developed and maintained databases, including designing data models and creating data visualizations
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify and address data-related challenges
- Conducted ad hoc data analyses and created reports for executive leadership
- Mentored junior team members on data analysis best practices and tools
- Successfully implemented a new data visualization tool that improved data accessibility and informed business decisions.
Head Of IT
Montaigne Place
05.2018 - 09.2019
- Managed the implementation and maintenance of the company's network infrastructure, including LAN, WAN, and wireless networks
- Develop and execute the company's technology strategy, aligned with the overall business strategy
- Drive innovation and lead the development of new technology solutions to improve efficiency, productivity, and customer satisfaction
- Installed and configured servers, storage systems, and virtualization technologies to support business operations
- Oversaw the development and implementation of disaster recovery and business continuity plans to minimize downtime and ensure business continuity
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify and address security vulnerabilities and implement security solutions to protect the organization's IT assets
- Led the implementation of cloud computing solutions to improve system performance and reduce costs
- Worked closely with the design team to develop user-friendly interfaces and engaging game mechanics
- Conducted user testing and analyzed data to optimize game features and improve user retention
- Developed and executed go-to-market strategies that resulted in successful product launches
- Managed project scope, timelines, budgets, and resources to ensure successful project delivery.
Head Of IT
Miniso Nigeria
07.2017 - 04.2018
- Installed, configured, and maintained network infrastructure, including LAN, WAN, and wireless networks
- Manage a team of technology professionals responsible for all aspects of the company's technology infrastructure
- Ensure compliance with data security and privacy regulations
- Collaborate with other departments to identify opportunities to use technology to enhance business processes and create new revenue streams
- Provided technical support to end-users to ensure efficient and effective use of IT resources
- Managed the installation and maintenance of servers, storage systems, and virtualization technologies
- Developed and implemented disaster recovery and business continuity plans to minimize downtime and ensure business continuity
- Led the development and implementation of IT strategies, policies, and procedures to improve system performance and reduce downtime
- Oversaw the installation and maintenance of servers, storage systems, and virtualization technologies to support business operations
- Collaborated with business stakeholders to align IT initiatives with organizational goals and objectives
- Managed IT budgets(500m) and resources to ensure the effective use of resources
- Conducted data analysis to support business decisions and improve business operations
- Designed and maintained databases to support data analysis and reporting
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify and address data-related challenges
- Created data visualizations to communicate insights and inform business decisions
- Successfully implemented a new data reporting tool that improved data accessibility and informed business decisions
- Worked closely with business stakeholders to identify project requirements and priorities
- Conducted risk management and mitigation activities to minimize project risks
- Successfully delivered several large-scale IT projects that resulted in significant business benefits, including increased revenue and improved operational efficiency.
Head Of IT
Fosad Consulting Ltd
05.2015 - 02.2017
- Manage information technology and computer systems
- Plan, organize, control and evaluate IT and electronic data operations
- Evaluating user needs and system functionality and ensuring that ICT facilities meet these needs
- Planning, developing and implementing the ICT budget and obtaining competitive prices from suppliers to ensure cost effectiveness
- Scheduling upgrades and security backups of hardware and software systems
- Researching and installing new systems
- Guaranteeing the smooth running of all ICT systems, including anti-virus software, print services, and email provision
- Ensuring that users adhere to software licensing laws
- Providing secure access to the network for remote users
- Securing data from internal and external attack
- Offering users appropriate support and advice
- Managing crisis situations, which may involve complex technical hardware or software problems
- Mentoring and training new ICT support staff
- Keeping up to date with the latest technologies
- Handle annual budget and ensure cost effectiveness
- Oversee the general function of the IT business center
- Ensure proper safety of all servers and IT equipment
- Troubleshoot and provide instant solutions to the challenges
- SAP SD, SAP FICO, and SAP HR implementation and deployment.
IT Regional Engineer/ System administrator
Zenith Bank Plc
08.2007 - 02.2015
- Administering and Managing Windows Server 2008 Active directory
- Users support on banking applications, electronic fund transfer applications - swift etc
- Bank database administration on nightly run and BCC operations
- Install new software release and system upgrades
- IT service desks operation
- Data center operation
- Computer systems hardware maintenance and repairs
- HP printers configuration and repair - Installation, Configuration, monitoring and support of both the wireless radio and optical transmission network to all bank's remote branches
- Routers and switches set-up and configuration
- Branch office local network set-up and configuration
- Network management of the bank network with over 300 remote Offices.
Education
BSC In Computer Science -
NOUN
01.2014
Higher National Diploma in Electrical/Electronic Engineering (HND) -
01.2012
National Diploma in Electrical/Electronics Engineering -
01.2006
Skills
- IT strategy development and implementation
- Project management
- Cloud computing
- Network design and implementation
- Virtualization technologies
- Disaster recovery and business continuity planning
- Leadership and team management
- Technical support
- Software development and Data engineering
- Security solutions and risk management
- Product design and implementation
- Database design and management
- Digital transformation design and implementation
- Operating Systems-(Windows -XP,Vista,7,8 &10 ,Server 2003,2008 & 2008 R2,2012)
- Hardware Server (HP,DELL & IBM)
- Storages (DAS ,NAS & SAN )of HP,NETAPP & IBM
- Active Directory ( RODC & GC ),DNS, File Server, Print Server,DFS,POP3,SMTP,GPO
- Data Security & Encryption (EFS encryption and bit locker)
- Microsoft Exchange2007 & 2010 Server, Mcrosoft Communicator Server 2007 & Lync 2010 Server
- Virtualization on Microsoft Hyper-V & SC Virtual Manager 2007
- Microsoft ISA 2006 Server and Microsoft Forefront Threat Management Gateway
- Database Management on Microsoft Access, SQL 2005,2008,2008 R2,2012
- Microsoft System Center 2007,2012(SCCM)
- IT Service Desk Operations & Management - Servicenow, Manage engine Op, Freshworks
- Network management - MAN,WAN & WAN (Cisco, Juniper ,Fortinet)
- Data Centre Operations & Management
- Microsoft Share point 2010 Server
- Symantec Backup Exex Server (D2D & Robotic Tape Library and DLO
- MacAfee Enterprise Security Solutions
- Cisco Switches and Routers Checkpoint Firewall Application Management ,PABX,VOIP
- Wired and Wireless Network Printers
- Website Designs and Web Content Management
- Microwave Radio link administration
- SAP MM,SAP SD,SAP PS,SAP FICO Implementation and Deployment
- ERP - Odoo,Microsoft dynamics,Oracle Netsuite, Zoho,SAP,Sage 200
- Retail Softwares - RetailPro, JPOS, EPOS, HDPOS,VendHQ
- Financial Accounting - Sage 50, Xero
- Banking Application - Ethix, T24
- Experienced Software Engineer in python,C#,Java,C
- Experienced Web Developer in Javascipts, HTML,CSS,Reatjs,Angularjs
Recentachievements
- Digital Transformation Project for CIPM Nigeria (Project Lead)
- CIPM New website
- CIPM Contact Center
- Online Examination Digitalization for CIPM Nigeria (Project Lead)
- Montaigne Place Digital Transformation Project
- Miniso Nigeria Digital Transformation Project
- Uflike.com App on shopify (Project Lead)
- Waya Bank digital apps (Project Lead)
Personal Information
Title: Google Data Analytics Professional, ITIL
Certification
Google Data Analytics Professional Certificate
Meta Programming in Python
Machine Learning Implementation and Operations in AWS
Meta Introduction to Back-End Development
Data Engineering in AWS
Google Data Analysis with R Programming
Timeline
Chief Technology Officer/Head of Enterprise IT
Waya Bank Group
03.2023 - 08.2023
Chief Technology Officer (Contract)
Fluke Technologies
09.2022 - 12.2022
Head Of IT
CIPM Nigeria
10.2019 - 09.2022
Head Of IT
Montaigne Place
05.2018 - 09.2019
Head Of IT
Miniso Nigeria
07.2017 - 04.2018
Head Of IT
Fosad Consulting Ltd
05.2015 - 02.2017
IT Regional Engineer/ System administrator
Zenith Bank Plc
08.2007 - 02.2015
BSC In Computer Science -
NOUN
Higher National Diploma in Electrical/Electronic Engineering (HND) -
National Diploma in Electrical/Electronics Engineering -
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