Abdimalik Ahmed
Hilliard,OH
Summary
Data Center Technician with more than two years of experience operating within enterprise data center environments, supporting critical infrastructure and day-to-day operations. Offers a balance of leadership capability and hands-on technical execution, contributing to audit and troubleshooting efforts with a strong emphasis on compliance, precision, and system reliability. Experienced in structured cabling, low-voltage infrastructure, rack environments, technical documentation, and resolving physical-layer and hardware-related issues in high-availability settings. Known for maintaining operational standards and ensuring accuracy in live production environments. Currently working toward CCNA and Security+ certifications to deepen networking and security expertise, with a long-term objective of progressing into senior technical and team leadership positions.
Overview
6
6
years of post-secondary education
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Data Technician (Data Center)
AWS
Plain City, Ohio
08.2025 - 05.2026
- Upgraded internal system components, CPUs, memory, hard drives and network cables.
- Monitored network processes to ensure uninterrupted data flow.
- Ran hardware diagnostics to detect and replace failing parts.
- Performed troubleshooting and repair of server, network, storage, power, cooling and other data center related hardware components.
- Installed new servers, switches and other equipment in the data center following best practices.
- Installed wiring, cabling and devices to establish, repair and improve network operations.
- Provided guidance and training to junior staff members who are responsible for day-to-day operations at the Data Center Facility.
- Implemented access control procedures to verify identities and authorize entry to restricted areas.
Low Voltage / Data Technician (Data Center)
Leapros
Columbus, OH
05.2023 - 05.2025
- Managed inventory levels by restocking and organizing display areas to ensure product availability.
- Low Voltage / IT Field Support Technician |
- Installed, terminated, and tested fiber optic (Leg 8 and Leg 12) and Cat5e/Cat6 cabling infrastructure
- Completed rack & stack installations, including device mounting, PSU installation, and full rack integration
- Routed and managed fiber pathways; performed patch panel terminations, cable dressing, labeling, and organization
- Assisted with deployment of switches, wireless access points, and server room hardware to enhance network connectivity.
- Conducted audits on live network devices to verify connectivity, labeling accuracy, and port configurations
- Diagnosed and resolved physical layer and connectivity issues, including device faults and cabling mismatches
- Managed and closed service tickets related to hardware failures, port discrepancies, and infrastructure corrections
- Trained and mentored new hires and Tech I technicians on installation standards and troubleshooting procedures to improve team competency.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Information Systems
Columbus State Community College
Columbus, OH 08.2023 - 10.2026
James Madison High School
Norcross, GA 09.2017 - 05.2020
Skills
- Switches and routers
- Network configuration
- Hardware inventory management
- Network troubleshooting
- System installation
- Security protocols
- OSHA-10
- Patch panels & labeling
- Fiber termination & testing
- Ticketing systems
- Low-voltage cabling (fiber & copper)
- Ladder trays & pathways
Timeline
Data Technician (Data Center)
AWS
08.2025 - 05.2026
Bachelor of Science - Computer Information Systems
Columbus State Community College
08.2023 - 10.2026
Low Voltage / Data Technician (Data Center)
Leapros
05.2023 - 05.2025
James Madison High School
09.2017 - 05.2020