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ADEFISAYO BADMUS

Albuquerque,NM

Summary

Over 11 years of SAP BASIS Administration experience including ECC6 S/4, Netweaver (PI/PO, Portal), MDM, SRM, BW-HANA, BTP uPerform, Open Text, Web dispatcher, GRC on various Operating systems including AIX, Solaris, RHEL, and Windows with databases including HANA DB, Oracle, DB2 and SQL Server. Involved in three live SAP implementation projects. Completed OS/DB Migration Project Completed EHP7 to EHp8 and EHP3 to EHP4, NW 740 to NW750 Upgrades of both ECC, SRM PI and Portal. Proficient in the areas of SAP landscape design & architecture, Sizing, Installations, Upgrades, EHP Upgrades, Configurations, Migrations, Performance Tuning, System Refreshes, Kernel Upgrades, SAP Security and SOX, DBA activities, Add-on Package build, OS administration, High Availability, SAN and NAS storage, Network Administration, Infrastructure and data center maintenance. Excellent written and verbal communication skills in general and strong facilitation and presentation experience skills specifically. Ability to express complex technical concepts in terms that are understandable to the business Team Leading skills with a couple of BASIS teams on-site and offshore Ability to quickly grasp technical concepts and articulate them to other team members and managers Strong interpersonal skills, self-motivated and very detail oriented with superior problem solving ability

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead System Administrator - SAP BASIS

Bernalillo County NM
11.2018 - Current
  • OS/DB Migration of several SAP applications from Window Servers
  • Collaborated with software development teams to establish and maintain source code repositories, enabling efficient version control and release management processes.
  • Conducted regular capacity planning exercises to ensure appropriate resource allocation based on current usage trends and anticipated future needs.
  • Spearheaded efforts towards achieving industry-standard certifications like ISO 27001 or SOC 2 Type II audits for improved security posture within the organization.
  • Optimized network security with the installation and management of firewalls, antivirus software, and intrusion detection systems.
  • Managed vendor relationships for hardware procurement, software licensing renewals, and ongoing support contracts to optimize costs while maintaining quality service levels.
  • Implemented proactive monitoring solutions for critical infrastructure components to minimize potential downtime risks due to unexpected failures or capacity-related issues.
  • Mentored junior staff members on best practices in system administration techniques and tools to enhance their professional development.
  • Implemented virtualization technologies for better resource utilization, cost savings, and easier management of server environments.
  • Ensured seamless communication between departments through the installation, configuration, and maintenance of communication systems such as email servers and VoIP solutions.
  • Collaborated with team members to develop comprehensive project plans for system upgrades, migrations, and installations, resulting in successful project completion within deadlines.
  • Assisted in the creation of IT policies and procedures that provided guidance on various aspects of technology use within the organization.
  • Supported end-users by troubleshooting issues related to hardware devices, software applications, networking equipment or other technology components that impacted daily work functions.
  • Enhanced system performance by implementing and maintaining server infrastructure, ensuring minimal downtime and optimal efficiency.
  • Coordinated with other IT teams like network administrators or application support specialists to resolve cross-functional issues impacting system performance or availability.
  • Conducted regular audits of user access rights to ensure adherence to least privilege principles and compliance with internal security policies.
  • Performed root cause analysis of recurring issues or incidents in order to identify underlying problems leading to more effective long-term solutions.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in system administration by attending conferences, webinars, and online forums.
  • Streamlined IT operations by automating processes, reducing manual tasks and increasing overall productivity.
  • Reduced recovery time from system failures by designing and implementing robust backup strategies and disaster recovery plans.
  • Provisioned new software and hardware for use, following established security policies.
  • Installed important security and functionality patches to maintain optimal protections against intrusion and system reliability.
  • Managed onboarding and offboarding of employees.
  • Worked with users to determine areas of technology in need of improved usability.
  • Completed reports detailing network and systems performance and downtime issues.
  • Introduced management tools to create and manage virtual server computing environment.
  • Drove continuous improvement of IT governance processes.
  • Oversaw file system and storage upgrades while safeguarding data integrity and redundancy.
  • Designed proactive preventive maintenance schedules to prevent unnecessary downtime and hardware faults.
  • Adopted cost-effective, useful solutions to implement into current systems.
  • Monitored temperature and power draw to immediately detect faults and failures.
  • Installed and configured network printers and other peripheral devices.
  • Diagnosed and resolved hardware and software issues.
  • Resolved issues and escalated problems with knowledgeable support and quality service.
  • Planned and implemented upgrades to system hardware and software.
  • Monitored networks and network devices to resolve technical problems quickly.
  • Maintained flexible schedule and responded to after-hours and weekend emergencies.
  • Diagnosed and executed resolution for network and server issues.
  • Implemented, developed and tested installation and update of file servers, print servers and application servers.
  • Designed and evaluated WAN and LAN connectivity technologies.
  • Evaluated software products to determine compatibility with existing systems.
  • Developed and documented network policies, procedures and standards.
  • Researched and recommended new technologies and strategies for improving system performance.
  • Analyzed network traffic and performance metrics to optimize system performance.
  • Implemented and maintained virtual private networks.
  • Identified and resolved network congestion issues and bottlenecks.
  • Analyzed complex project server issues and worked on large enterprise and business-critical applications.
  • Maximized system availability through development and testing of contingency plans.
  • Devised scripts and automation tools to improve system efficiency.
  • Performed network security design and integration duties.
  • Led server infrastructure development, quality assurance, staging and production systems.

SAP Basis and Security Admin

Oryx Computer Systems
10.2011 - 08.2018
  • Installation of Business Objects enterprise GRC AC 10.0
  • Designed performance testing protocols for several SAP products.
  • Drafted database reorganization strategies to reduce hardware and operational waste.
  • Aided in problem resolution tasks via in-person and on-call availability, maintaining resolution rate of [Number]%.
  • Participated in designing, scaling and implementing databases created to customer specifications.
  • Operated within several environments such as IBM AIX, Linux Affinity and others.
  • Maintained a secure environment for sensitive information through diligent monitoring of access logs and timely resolution of any unauthorized activity alerts.
  • Ensured seamless integration between various SAP modules by providing expert technical support during implementation phases.
  • Performed quality assurance testing of new installations and recently updated software solutions, checking for functionality and compatibility issues.
  • Streamlined SAP user administration, enabling efficient management of user profiles, role assignments, and authorizations.
  • Identified areas for process improvement within the SAP landscape, recommending solutions that increased efficiency and reduced costs.
  • Enabled prompt issue resolution through effective communication with end-users as well as other IT teams involved in the troubleshooting process.
  • Participated in disaster recovery planning and testing, ensuring a robust contingency plan was always in place for critical SAP systems.
  • Applied necessary support packs to SAP and Oracle products, maintaining up-to-date and secure software installations.
  • Recommended and built custom indexes within SAP database solutions.
  • Developed comprehensive documentation for SAP Basis processes, ensuring consistency in procedures and knowledge transfer among team members.
  • Established proactive monitoring mechanisms that aided in early detection of bottlenecks thereby mitigating the impact on business operations.
  • Reduced downtime and optimized system availability through proactive maintenance, upgrades, and patches.
  • Implemented NetWeaver and J2EE platform.
  • Continuously updated technical knowledge and skills through professional development opportunities and participation in relevant industry events.
  • Integrated third-party software into SAP-based solutions and installations, verifying compatibility and interoperability.
  • Supported change management efforts by reviewing proposed changes, evaluating potential impact on systems, and providing recommendations accordingly.
  • Enhanced system performance by implementing effective SAP Basis administration strategies and monitoring tools.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to successfully complete complex SAP projects on time and within budget.
  • Installed kernel upgrades per technical documentation guidelines, adhering to SAP's best practices.
  • Optimized resource utilization by effectively managing workload distribution across multiple instances of SAP systems.
  • Facilitated smooth data migration activities during system upgrades or transitions by following established protocols and guidelines.
  • Managed critical incidents and resolved complex issues swiftly to minimize disruption to business operations.
  • Conducted regular system health checks to proactively address potential risks and ensure optimal performance at all times.
  • Contributed to successful audits by maintaining accurate records of all SAP Basis activities.
  • Improved data integrity and security by enforcing strict compliance with company policies and industry best practices for SAP administration.
  • Tuned performance of SAP products to meet prescribed needs of [Type] department.
  • Assisted in strategic planning for future growth by participating in capacity planning initiatives related to SAP infrastructure requirements.
  • Multitasked and managed multiple deliverables and projects concurrently and facilitated use of SAP for enterprise resource planning.
  • Solved functional and technical obstacles and worked closely with project team from different streams.
  • Delivered SAP training, user support and knowledge transfer at end of project and followed up to verify successful implementation.
  • Trained and mentored junior staff on SAP system operations and functionality.
  • Documented and maintained technical specifications for SAP applications.
  • Executed and managed over [Number] successful SAP implementation projects for large enterprises.
  • Configured and customized SAP modules to align with client business processes.
  • Designed deployment automation solutions to expedite implementation of SAP solutions.
  • Designed interconnectivity architectures for SAP products to communicate with cloud-based solutions such as AWS and [Type].
  • Traveled to client locations to implement SAP solutions and offered post-installation support services.
  • Coached and supported third-party clients, creating self-sufficient competencies within customer service personnel.
  • Applied widely accepted SAP best practices to [Product or Service] implementation, providing rapid onboarding.
  • Conducted research and analysis to determine current and future SAP trends.
  • Facilitated smart shopper conversion and e-commerce migration activities and tasks from SAP retail master data standpoint.
  • Installed and configured network printers and other peripheral devices.
  • Diagnosed and resolved hardware and software issues.
  • Resolved issues and escalated problems with knowledgeable support and quality service.
  • Planned and implemented upgrades to system hardware and software.
  • Monitored networks and network devices to resolve technical problems quickly.
  • Maintained flexible schedule and responded to after-hours and weekend emergencies.
  • Diagnosed and executed resolution for network and server issues.
  • Implemented, developed and tested installation and update of file servers, print servers and application servers.
  • Designed and evaluated WAN and LAN connectivity technologies.
  • Evaluated software products to determine compatibility with existing systems.
  • Developed and documented network policies, procedures and standards.
  • Researched and recommended new technologies and strategies for improving system performance.
  • Analyzed network traffic and performance metrics to optimize system performance.
  • Implemented and maintained virtual private networks.
  • Identified and resolved network congestion issues and bottlenecks.
  • Maximized system availability through development and testing of contingency plans.
  • Analyzed complex project server issues and worked on large enterprise and business-critical applications.
  • Devised scripts and automation tools to improve system efficiency.
  • Performed network security design and integration duties.
  • Led server infrastructure development, quality assurance, staging and production systems.

SAP BASIS Administrator

Oryx Computer Systems
10.2011 - 01.2018
  • Installation, Configuration, administration and monitoring of ECC, PI, BW, Portal, SRM, SolMan, and TREX servers.

Support SAP System Administrator Trainee

Terrenous Software Technologies (Pvt.) Ltd India.
05.2011 - 08.2011
  • Installation of ECC 6.0 & Solution Manager 4.0 configuration
  • Simplified troubleshooting processes by creating detailed documentation for system configurations, procedures, and best practices.
  • Provisioned new software and hardware for use, following established security policies.
  • Managed user access rights to maintain a high level of information security while ensuring appropriate levels of accessibility for authorized personnel.
  • Maintained a high level of customer satisfaction by providing rapid, accurate response to inquiries and concerns regarding system performance or functionality.
  • Supported the implementation of new technologies by providing technical expertise and training to colleagues as needed.
  • Managed onboarding and offboarding of employees.
  • Collaborated with IT team to develop and implement comprehensive disaster recovery plans, ensuring minimal data loss during critical incidents.
  • Installed important security and functionality patches to maintain optimal protections against intrusion and system reliability.
  • Enabled smooth transitions during hardware and software upgrades, minimizing disruptions to endusers.
  • Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets.
  • Supported creation of detailed, technical financial models to value potential acquisition targets.
  • Provided reporting for forecast analysis and ad-hoc reporting in support of decision-making.
  • Observed packing operations to verify conformance to specifications.
  • Helped meet changing demands by recommending improvements to business systems or procedures.
  • Optimized customer experience by delivering superior services and effectively troubleshooting issues.
  • Adhered to corporate data confidentiality rules, mitigating breaches.
  • Offered technical support and troubleshot issues to enhance office productivity.
  • Identified areas of improvement in current training programs and implemented necessary changes for better outcomes.
  • Interacted with customers under supervision to support operational objectives.
  • Enhanced trainee experience by developing comprehensive orientation programs and hands-on training sessions.
  • Troubleshot minor issues with office tools and equipment, escalating more serious problems to supervisor.
  • Performed administrative functions, answering phones and filing paperwork in support of department.
  • Established lasting relationships with peers, leadership and customers using strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Supported organizational objectives with help from existing employees.
  • Supported departmental tasks to increase understanding of industry processes.
  • Participated in on-the-job training, working closely with supervisors and coworkers and asking appropriate questions.
  • Learned new materials, processes, and programs quickly.
  • Performed network security design and integration duties.
  • Devised scripts and automation tools to improve system efficiency.
  • Analyzed complex project server issues and worked on large enterprise and business-critical applications.
  • Led server infrastructure development, quality assurance, staging and production systems.
  • Analyzed network traffic and performance metrics to optimize system performance.
  • Implemented and maintained virtual private networks.
  • Designed and evaluated WAN and LAN connectivity technologies.
  • Identified and resolved network congestion issues and bottlenecks.
  • Maximized system availability through development and testing of contingency plans.

Education

Master of Science - Computer And Information Sciences

California University of Management And Sciences
Anaheim, CA
05.2014

Skills

  • System Upgrades
  • System monitoring
  • Technical Support
  • System updates
  • Server Management
  • Backup Management
  • Patch management
  • Incident Management
  • Technical specifications
  • Performance Tuning

Academicbackgroundandtrainings

California University of Management and Sciences, MSc. (Computer Information Systems)

Skillssummary

ECC 6.0 (EHP8), S/4 PI, Portal, BW, SRM, MDM, Solution Manager, BTP, SAC, SQL Server, Oracle, SAP HANA, Open Text, Uperform, SUSE Linux, HP-UX, Windows, VMware, EMC, Hitachi, HPE Data Protector, Qumulo, Isilon

References

Available on request.

Timeline

Lead System Administrator - SAP BASIS

Bernalillo County NM
11.2018 - Current

SAP Basis and Security Admin

Oryx Computer Systems
10.2011 - 08.2018

SAP BASIS Administrator

Oryx Computer Systems
10.2011 - 01.2018

Support SAP System Administrator Trainee

Terrenous Software Technologies (Pvt.) Ltd India.
05.2011 - 08.2011

Master of Science - Computer And Information Sciences

California University of Management And Sciences
ADEFISAYO BADMUS