Gbenga Aramide
Lawrenceville,GA
Summary
Experienced Telecom Project Manager and Telecom Engineer with a strong background in network infrastructure, software development, Cloud, and data analytics. Seeking a challenging role to leverage technical expertise project management skills, and analytical capabilities to drive innovation and efficiency in the telecommunications industry.
12 Years of Telecom Project Management/Technical experience, delivering projects on time and within budget.
Strong technical background as a Telecom engineer, Software Developer, Data Analyst, Quality Assurance testing, and Cloud Computing, specializing in network infrastructure and integration.
Proficient in utilizing project management methodologies (Agile, Scrum, SAFe) to ensure effective project execution.
Skilled in identifying and mitigating project risks, resolving issues, and managing stakeholder expectations and automation testing.
Experienced in data analytics, SQL, and Java, utilizing insights to drive decision-making and improve project performance.
Excellent communication, leadership, and collaboration abilities.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Telecom Project Manager
Frontier Communications
10.2020 - 11.2023
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects and managed end-to-end execution of telecom projects, ensuring adherence to scope, timelines, and budget.
- Delivered regular updates to stakeholders, maintaining transparency in the progress of scripted implementations and their impact on network operations.
- Developed comprehensive project plans, including resource allocation and risk management strategies, and collaborated with stakeholders to define project objectives and success criteria.
- Led network expansion projects, including the integration of new network equipment and technologies.
- Proactively handled escalations with Business Partners, notifying customers of changes and ensuring effective communication throughout the implementation process, ensuring services are provisioned and configured across Frontier's network, and ensuring the proper configuration and maintenance of network devices.
- Verified and ensured the smooth operation of customer line-side circuits for Layer 2 and 3 service delivery platforms on DWDM and SONET.
Implemented protocols for troubleshooting wavelengths and circuit diagrams, supporting various data rates including 2.5G, 10G, 40G, and 100G. - Participated as a project manager who led the implementation and configuration of services, overseeing the change management process to ensure interoperability across Ciena, Nokia, Cisco, Juniper, RAD, and Arista technologies.
- Developed a comprehensive report to validate the existence of planned services within the M6 database and script generator tools, ensuring efficient management of configurations, alarm systems, and ticketing processes.
- Orchestrated the implementation and customization of scripts, leveraging NCI codes for tasks like EIA Nidconfig, VLAN_PROV for Juniper MX, Nokia 7450, EIA port-based configurations, Mep configs for Juniper, and CE-VLAN/SVLAN tagging across diverse devices.
- Managed the deployment and configuration of new services, as well as the disconnect and hot cut of routers, switches, and trunk capacity for instances, including route distinguisher configurations for Nokia 7450, Cisco 9960, Ciena 5150, Juniper MX, Meterra, and RAD.
- Managed the deployment of telecom services and internet lines, including Hardware/ Product deployments/Releases, POTS and other connectivity solutions
- Utilized Agile Scrum and SAFe methodologies to drive software development projects
- Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams to fine-tune scripts and configurations, aligning technical solutions with project objectives.
- Managed the planning and execution of script-based tasks, providing detailed documentation to support project timelines and milestones.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to ensure successful software product implementations.
- Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance.
IT Project Manager
Cox Communication
01.2018 - 09.2020
- Managed a $10M project overseeing the migration of Cisco devices from Cisco 7600 to ASR9000 on Century Link's network, enhancing network services across the United States.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects and simultaneously led the Project Network Refresh Optical CORE Network upgrade, transitioning from a dual OC48 to a dual OC192 network, supporting 10GB WAN deployments.
- Collaborated on technical upgrade projects with consultants and developers for seamless integrations.
- Successfully orchestrated the decommissioning of hardware, guiding its end-of-life cycle with minimal disruption. Coordinated with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth project execution, promptly resolving challenges that arose.
- Developed and executed strategic project plans aligned with network enhancement objectives, managing procurement efficiently within budgetary constraints.
- Provided transparent communication through detailed project status updates, addressing technical and operational issues to maintain focus on project goals and deadlines.
- Collaborated with key stakeholders to define project scope, timelines, and milestones, showcasing expertise in managing large-scale telecommunications projects that contributed to improving network infrastructure to meet evolving demands, reflecting a commitment to cutting-edge technologies and collaborative industry advancements.
Telecom Engineer
Cox Communication
10.2015 - 12.2017
- Designed and implemented network infrastructure solutions, ensuring optimal performance and connectivity, and played a pivotal role in supporting the deployment of various network technologies such as metro Ethernet, MPLS, BGP, OSPF, and more.
- Supported troubleshooting activities across diverse network elements and technologies, encompassing SONET, DWDM, MPLS, ATM, IPv4, and IPv6.
- I contributed to the deployment of various Ethernet services, including metro Ethernet, e-LAN, e-Tree, e-Line, and long-haul Ethernet over multiple mediums such as wireless, TDM, SONET, Bonded Copper, WDM fiber, HFC, Direct fiber, and Carrier Ethernet.
- Provided and managed 24x7 operations, swiftly responding to network maintenance calls and resolving outages using Remedy and Metasolv M6, ticketing systems, SONET/DWDM operations, and addressing customer calls related to network maintenance and outages.
- Upgraded/Restored service outages and monitored network/tested elements such as MPLS, Switches, SONET, DWDM, DSL, TDM, WDM, CWDM, Rings (e.g Cisco 7200, 3600, 5454), MPLS, ATM, IPv4, IPv6, DACS, T1, T3, OC3, OC-12, OC-48, also IOS Software and configured OSPF and BGP protocols, conducted testing and activation of a wide range of connections, including T1, T3, DSL, 10G, 100G, 1G, DSL 2H2000, and DWDM 40G, 100G with a firm grasp of high-speed fiber technology.
- Managed, monitored and maintained Cisco Catalyst 3500XL and 2960 series switches and routers, including Cisco Catalyst 3500XL, 2960 series switches, and Cisco 1800, 3900 series routers, Alcatel /Nokia1830 EQPT for alarms on 10 Gig ports and performed OPEX on Ethernet Virtual Private Line (EVPL) service routers and also addressed alarms, including clearing Wave critical alarms and handling ALU 1830 equipment for 10 Gig port issues.
- I conducted OPEX on Ethernet Virtual Private Line (EVPL) Services, RFC test 254, UNI MTU Size, and EVC Types (E-LINE, E-LAN, E-TREE).
- Upgraded IOS software on Cisco 7200 and 3600 routers, backed up router configurations and managed Catalyst 3560 and 4500 switches.
- I conducted network assessments provided recommendations for improving network efficiency and consulted with cross-functional teams to plan and execute network integration projects.
- Configured and troubleshooted network devices, including routers, switches, and firewalls, and Implemented network security measures to protect against cyber threats and ensure data privacy.
Software Developer
Adp- Automated Data Processing
04.2013 - 08.2015
- Experience using Rally and Jira for project management, actively participated in Agile Scrum and Kanban methodologies
- Utilized Figma and Miro for wireframing, prototyping, and collaborative design discussions.
- Resolved issues and defects related to web components, such as drop-down menus, elastic search, and other interactive elements.
- Collaborated with product managers to refine and translate requirements into functional web components
- Collaborated with stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into functional software solutions and utilized Agile Scrum methodology to drive the software development lifecycle.
- Worked with teams that developed software products using low-code platforms for ADP's HCM platform, Lifion.
- Utilized low-code development tools, specifically Lifion Git within ALM platform to create responsive and user-friendly web applications.
- Proficient in CSS and HTML, implementing elegant designs and ensuring consistent user experiences across multiple platforms.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams, to gather requirements and translate ideas into actionable development tasks.
- Configured primary fields, text fields, checkbox, radio buttons, display & layout panels, columns, and navigation components.
- Used different data types such as strings, numbers, Boolean values, and data structures including objects and arrays.
- Explored data and events processing, including working with the Decisions, Calculator, and Initializer components and triggering events using buttons and internal API.
- Utilized Git Hub for version control and seamless code collaboration.
- Developed and maintained master stylesheets, converting inline styles to improve maintainability and enforce design consistency.
- Conducted retrospectives to identify areas of improvement and enhance team collaboration and productivity.
- Added new web components using Lifion- Git platforms, including modals, backgrounds, API endpoints, and other custom features.
- Conducted Quality Assurance (QA) testing of the development and production portal, ensuring functionality, responsiveness, and user experience.
- Generated mock data for testing purposes and performed data validation using SQL.
Data Analyst
Adp- Automated Data Processing
01.2012 - 03.2013
- Expert in data models, database design, and development, utilizing tools like Tableau and Power BI.
- Collaborated with project teams and participated in requirements meetings to understand business needs in order to assess the impact of data analytics on project management processes.
- Hands-on experience with reporting packages, including Business Objects and databases such as SQL.
- Demonstrated success as a Data Analyst and technical proficiency in programming languages like Java, XML, and ETL frameworks.
- Sound knowledge of statistics and skilled in using statistical packages like Excel.
- Adept at executing queries, crafting detailed reports, and presenting findings using tools like Tableau and Power BI
- Utilized data analytics tools and techniques to extract insights and drive decision-making.
- Conducted data quality assessments and implemented measures to improve data accuracy and reliability.
- Created data models and visualizations to present to stakeholders as well as various Excel documents to assist with pulling metrics data and presenting information to stakeholders for concise explanations of the best placement for needed resources.
- Upheld security and confidentiality of documents and data within the area of responsibility.
- Implemented code solutions to answer analytic questions and test and assess new methods.
- Identified, analyzed, and interpreted trends or patterns in complex data sets.
- Analyzed transactions to build a logical business intelligence model for real-time reporting needs.
- Produced monthly reports using advanced Excel spreadsheet functions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Cloud Computing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT2024
Bachelor of Science - BSC in History/Technology
University of Ife -
City, State11.2006
Skills
- Project management
- Telecom project management
- Network infrastructure and integration
- Software development (low-code, no-code)
- Agile methodologies (Scrum, SAFe)
- Software product management
- Network expansion and optimization
- POTS and internet services line deployment
- Programming languages: Java, Python, etc
- Data analytics and visualization
- Stakeholder management
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
- Project management
- Managerial skills
- Telecommunication systems knowledge
- Project development and life cycle
Certification
- Project Management Professional (PMP) Active
- Professional Scrum Product Owner (PSPO) Active
- Data Analytics Certification
- CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate)
- UNQORK Associate Configurator Academy 2022
- University of Ife - BSC in History/Technology (Combined Honors) 2007.
- Diploma in Computer Technology - University of Ife, NG - Computer Science/Engineering, 1999.
- Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) – Data Science, No Code, Machine Learning 2023
- Structured Query Language – SQL
- Tableau Desktop Certified 1 & 2 - Certified by Tableau
- Microsoft Power Bi–Data Analytics tool
- Certified Associate Webmaster - CSS/ HTML
Timeline
Telecom Project Manager
Frontier Communications
10.2020 - 11.2023
IT Project Manager
Cox Communication
01.2018 - 09.2020
Telecom Engineer
Cox Communication
10.2015 - 12.2017
Software Developer
Adp- Automated Data Processing
04.2013 - 08.2015
Data Analyst
Adp- Automated Data Processing
01.2012 - 03.2013
Bachelor of Science - Cloud Computing
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Science - BSC in History/Technology
University of Ife -
References
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References
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