Dependable and goal-oriented IT Specialist with 5+ years of experience maintaining in house IT systems and providing comprehensive customer support. Self-motivated and attentive with good interpersonal and problem-solving abilities. Skilled in working under pressure, adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand and meet company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
Work History
I.T Support Specialist
Cole And Associates
Sterling, VA
01.2021 - Current
Evaluated user problems, using test scripts, personal expertise and probing questions.
Maintained servers and systems to keep networks fully operational during peak periods.
Patched software and installed new versions to eliminate security problems and protect data.
Configured over 20 hardware, devices and software to set up work stations for employees.
Monitored systems in operation and quickly troubleshot errors.
Removed malware, ransomware and other threats from laptops and desktop systems.
Followed up with users to verify optimal user satisfaction following support engagement and problem resolution.
Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic
Monitored company inventory to keep stock levels and databases updated
Learned new skills and applied to daily tasks to improve efficiency and productivity
Tech and Platform Associate
Spinlet
Lekki, Lagos
06.2018 - 12.2020
Worked with creators and developers on digital streaming platform to provide excellent user experience
Performed content management and quality assurance
Provided valuable technical support for both creators and users via email and phone calls
Performed regular platform analysis to identify and escalate issues to developers for timely resolution
Configure and Managed over 50 company IT assets
Onboarded new users and gave them training in IT best practices
Performed daily/weekly routine systems maintenance, including updates, virus and malware scan, hardware repair and software patches
Worked with developers on new UX designs and ideas that would improve user experience
Weekly/Monthly data analysis to run report on content performance.
Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere
Improved operations through consistent hard work and dedication
Learned new skills and applied to daily tasks to improve efficiency and productivity
Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork
Collaborated with team members to achieve target results
I.T Support Specialist
GLOBAL DIAGEO BUSINESS SERVICES
Ikeja, Lagos
05.2016 - 06.2017
Engaged cross functionally with different business units, business applications and processes
Installed and configured over 100 systems including laptops, desktops, tablets, printers and telephones.
Provided valuable technical support for multiple end-users across multiple company locations for hardware and software issues by consulting with users via Service Now ticketing system, email or phone calls
Provided remote desktop support for multiple end-users across multiple company locations
Onboarded new users and gave them training in I.T best practices
Performed data migration, email configuration and network mapping for end-users at multiple company locations
Performed daily/weekly preventive maintenance, including virus scans, checking and cleaning of workstations, printers, network equipment and other peripherals
Data center administration
Managed issue resolution including prioritization on time sensitive problems and escalations
Perform network management to include allocating, deploying, coordinating and monitoring of end-user systems
Solved problems, resolved errors and ensured end-user satisfaction
Performs other duties, tasks or projects as requested and assigned by supervisor or management
Education
Diploma - Network Systems Administration
Sheridan Technical College
Hollywood, FL
01.2015 - 01.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology With History
University of Ghana
Ghana
05.2009 - 06.2014
Skills
System Administration
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Certification
Red Hat Certified Systems Administrator
Timeline
Red Hat Certified Systems Administrator
02-2022
I.T Support Specialist
Cole And Associates
01.2021 - Current
Tech and Platform Associate
Spinlet
06.2018 - 12.2020
I.T Support Specialist
GLOBAL DIAGEO BUSINESS SERVICES
05.2016 - 06.2017
Comptia A+
11-2015
Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist
06-2015
Diploma - Network Systems Administration
Sheridan Technical College
01.2015 - 01.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology With History
University of Ghana
05.2009 - 06.2014
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