AKOSSIWA AGBO
Ashburn,VA
Summary
Driven Data Center Network Technician, recognized for consistently delivering high-quality work in fast paced, mission critical environments. Demonstrates strong technical expertise in network configuration, troubleshooting, and security management to ensure reliable, efficient, and secure network operations that support business continuity and growth. Highly motivated, detail oriented, and with a growing focus on cybersecurity and machine learning. Actively pursues continuous learning and applies best practices to improve system performance, reliability, and resilience. A strong problem solver and effective communicator who collaborates effectively with cross-functional teams, supports operational excellence, and consistently demonstrates professionalism and accountability.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
DATA CENTER NETWORK TECHNICIAN
CBRE Directline
Ashburn, VA
01.2021 - Current
- Interpreted blueprints, rack elevations, port schedules, and build documentation to support accurate network deployments and infrastructure builds.
- Built and deployed Prometheus infrastructure, including physical installation, rack integration, power validation, and network connectivity layers.
- Configured and validated connectivity layers for Prometheus systems, ensuring proper cabling, patching, port mapping, and link verification.
- Diagnosed and repaired network hardware, including servers, switches, routers, optics, power supplies, and patch panels.
- Performed infrastructure troubleshooting across copper and fiber cabling, patching, labeling, and rack layouts.
- Installed, terminated, tested, and labeled structured cabling systems (Cat5e/Cat6/fiber) for data center environments.
- Provided technical support and break-fix services, resolving incidents according to operational procedures and service-level expectations.
- Supported large-scale data center projects in partnership with CBRE, Direct Line, and Meta, meeting project timelines and quality standards.
- Followed change management, asset tracking, and documentation procedures to maintain accurate inventory and configuration records.
- Enforced safety standards, ESD handling, and equipment installation best practices when handling equipment.
CABLE TECHNICIAN
INFRASTRUCTURE TECHNOLOGIES Inc.
Ashburn, VA
09.2019 - 06.2020
- Leading the Participle team at Ash 8 Phase 1, responsible for terminating, labeling, pulling, and dressing various cables including Cat 5e, Cat6 UTP, and Fiber Optic Multi-mode and Single mode.
- Racking and stacking network devices and cables, employing label makers for fiber and copper labeling, and utilizing Velcro for cable dressing.
- Overseeing cable installations, testing, and troubleshooting according to standard data center processes.
- Performing hardware installations including rack/stack procedures.
- Providing physical assistance in equipment movement and racking, aiding the Datacenter.
Education
Bachelor - in process
Woodbridge, VA
Woodbridge, VA04-2027
General Studies - Hyattsville, MD
North Western High School
Hyattsville, MD01.2018
Skills
- Network troubleshooting
- Hardware installation
- Data center operations
- Technical support
- Problem solving
- Ticket management
- Cabling infrastructure
- Troubleshoot connectivity
- Quality assurance
- Time management
Certification
- Network+, in process
- Linux, completed
References
Available upon request
Timeline
DATA CENTER NETWORK TECHNICIAN
CBRE Directline
01.2021 - Current
CABLE TECHNICIAN
INFRASTRUCTURE TECHNOLOGIES Inc.
09.2019 - 06.2020
Bachelor - in process
Woodbridge, VA
General Studies - Hyattsville, MD
North Western High School