Highly accomplished System Administrator and DevOps Engineer with 6+ years of experience in infrastructure deployment, cloud computing, and security methodologies. Proven expertise in optimizing on-premise and cloud infrastructures using automation (Ansible, Terraform), CI/CD pipelines, and robust monitoring tools to drive operational efficiency and security. Eager to leverage a strong background in system architecture and cybersecurity to contribute to a forward-thinking organization and deliver scalable, secure, and efficient solutions.
Chief Technology Officer/DevOps Engineer (Contract)
Kaduna, Kaduna, Nigeria
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Summary
Provided strategic leadership as CTO/DevOps Engineer on a contract basis, driving project execution, cloud engineering training, and secure application deployment for diverse clients.
Highlights
Led the initiation, planning, and execution of client projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deploy applications on both physical servers and cloud instances.
Facilitated training for over 20 students in Cloud Engineering and DevOps Engineering, enhancing their technical capabilities in modern infrastructure practices.
Designed and implemented CI/CD pipelines for application deployment across on-premises and cloud environments, leveraging Docker and Kubernetes for container orchestration.
Monitored system performance and network uptime using advanced tools to proactively identify and resolve performance issues, ensuring continuous availability.
Conducted cybersecurity training and vulnerability assessments using Kali-Linux OS and TryHackMe, identifying patterns and implementing security measures.
Automated routine administrative tasks and server configurations using Bash and Python scripts, significantly boosting efficiency and reducing manual intervention.
Managed system upgrades, patch management, and security audits, including LVM storage extension for servers to ensure 100% data storage and file management.
Collaborated on the development and deployment of an electronic assessment system, effectively resolving a 4+ year assessment problem for a key client.
System Operation/Machine Integration Engineer
Kaduna, Kaduna, Nigeria
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Summary
Led system operation and machine integration for a leading technology firm, overseeing critical infrastructure deployment and maintenance across multiple federal medical facilities to ensure high availability and performance.
Highlights
Spearheaded the deployment of Ethernet/intranet networking configurations for several federal medical centers and teaching hospitals across Nigeria, ensuring robust connectivity for critical operations.
Directed the deployment of the Global Care Health EMR System across over 10 federal medical hospitals in Nigeria, significantly enhancing patient data management and operational workflows.
Managed and maintained Application, Reporting, LIS, and PACS servers, achieving 98.9%+ uptime for critical healthcare systems through proactive monitoring and rapid issue resolution.
Implemented comprehensive system backup and disaster recovery plans using Veeam and Proxmox, guaranteeing data integrity and rapid restoration capabilities during system failures.
Automated repetitive administrative tasks using Ansible and Bash scripting, reducing manual effort and improving operational efficiency by streamlining system resource management.
Deployed Picture Archiving and Communication Systems (PACS) and Laboratory Information Systems (LIS) with EMR integration, automating over 29 radiology and laboratory machines and achieving 100% data exchange across federal medical facilities using Docker.
Trained over 300 medical personnel on EMR, PACS, and LIS systems, and provided technical support to ICT departments, including junior system administrators and machine integrator engineers.
Achieved a 95% technology coverage rate within 4 months by establishing patient-centric SOPs, growth simulations, feedback mechanisms, and data analysis frameworks.
Implemented initiatives that reduced patient waiting times and improved access, resulting in 5,000+ new patients and 71,000+ visits within 6 months.
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Diploma
Cyber Security
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Postgraduate Diploma
Education
Grade: Upper Credit
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Diploma
Cloud Engineering
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Postgraduate Diploma
Computer Science
Grade: Distinction
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Bachelor of Science
Banking & Finance
Grade: Second Class Upper
Awarded By
University of Abuja Awards
Recognized for exceptional academic performance in the Banking and Finance Department, demonstrating strong analytical and financial acumen.
Awarded By
University of Abuja Awards
Honored for outstanding proficiency and contributions in Information and Communication Technology within the Banking and Finance Department.
Awarded By
Collegiate Association for the Research of Principles, Nigeria
Awarded for significant contributions and accomplishments as recognized by the Collegiate Association for the Research of Principles.
Published by
International Conference on Research and Innovation
Summary
Presented a research paper at the International Conference on Research and Innovation with Exhibition Held October, 2017 at Arewa House, Kaduna State, contributing insights into cybersecurity advancements.
AWS, Digital Ocean, CloudFront, AWS EKS.
Terraform, Ansible, Docker, Kubernetes, Jenkins, GitLab, GitHub Actions, CI/CD, Vagrant, VirtualBox, Bash Scripting, Python Scripting.
Linux (Ubuntu, CentOS), Mac OS, Windows, Kali-Linux OS.
Wireshark, Nmap, ACL, Portmaster, PRTG, IAM, RBAC, Security Vulnerability Assessment, Firewalls, Network Configuration, SSH, VLAN, Cybersecurity, Infrastructure Security Prevention.
Grafana, Prometheus, Net-data.
SQL, Veeam, Proxmox, LVM, Amazon S3.
Apache, Nginx.
System Analysis, Troubleshooting, System Architecture, System Maintenance, Server Configuration, Patch Management.
API Documentation, User Manuals, Technical Writing, IT Policies.
Zoom Meetings, Microsoft Teams, Google Meet, Google Calendar, Notion, Discord, Slack.
Available upon request
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Configured AWS Budgets to establish custom cost and usage tracking, implementing email alerts for forecasted and actual expenditure thresholds to optimize cloud spending.
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Installed Git, Apache/httpd, and deployed a web application on Ansible-managed host servers using Ansible automation for streamlined processes.
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Managed access to AWS services and resources securely using Identity and Access Management (IAM), including Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) for enhanced protection.
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Utilized Amazon S3 to host a static website with individual web pages and stored developer codes for dynamic web applications hosted on EC2.
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Implemented CloudFront, a fast content delivery network (CDN) service, to efficiently deliver a demo application with optimized performance.
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Developed a Bash script to automate the process of user creation, improving efficiency and reducing manual intervention in administrative tasks.
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Configured Amazon Route 53, a highly available and scalable cloud DNS service, to route end-users to a demo application using a custom domain name.
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Implemented IAM policies and security groups to protect cloud resources effectively, defining granular access controls and network segmentation.
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Automated various routine tasks to enhance operational efficiency and reduce manual intervention across systems, leading to improved productivity.
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Deployed a full application on Kubernetes (EKS) on AWS, integrated with Grafana, Prometheus, and a Load Balancer for comprehensive monitoring and scalability.