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Work History
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Certification
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James Yalaty

Maple Grove,USA

Summary

Results-oriented Network and Systems Administrator with extensive experience in managing and maintaining LAN/WAN infrastructure, ensuring network availability, performance, and security for multi-site organizations.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
2
2
Certification

Work History

Network Administrator (Remote)

Baywoods of Annapolis
Annapolis, MD
05.2025 - Current
  • Installed, configured, and maintained Cisco routers, switches, and firewalls to optimize network operations.
  • Monitored network performance, troubleshooting connectivity issues to ensure uptime across multiple sites.
  • Implemented security protocols, managing firewalls and VPNs to protect against unauthorized access.

IT Network and System Support Administrator (Remote)

Neejay Technologies, LLC
Laurel, MD
06.2024 - 04.2025
  • Designed and implemented network infrastructure based on organizational requirements.
  • Provided training and support to team members, sharing knowledge on network configurations and best practices.
  • Troubleshot and resolved network issues, ensuring high availability and reliability of systems.

IT Infrastructure Manager

Liberia Revenue Authority
Monrovia, Liberia
  • Upgraded Data Center Cisco routers and switches, enhancing network performance.
  • Configured EIGRP and OSPF routing protocols for IPv4 and IPv6, ensuring effective network communication.
  • Maintained documentation of network configurations and procedures to support operational efficiency.

System/Network Administrator

United Nations Department of Peacekeeping Operations
Liberia, Uganda, Sudan and Ethiopia
06.2006 - 06.2014
  • Installed and configured Windows and VMware systems, ensuring operational readiness.
  • Managed and maintained WAN links and network infrastructure for optimal performance.
  • Configured Active Directory, DHCP, and DNS services to support user access and name resolution.

Education

Graduate student - Cybersecurity

University of Illinois at Springfield (UIS)

Diploma - Hardware and Networking

IPMC Ghana
01.2023

Diploma - Network Disaster Recovery and IP Network/Cyber Security for Policy makers

United States Telecommunication Training Institute
Washington DC
01.2018

BBA - Accounting/IT

African Methodist Episcopal University
01.2002

Skills

  • Network administration
  • Network security
  • Systems administration

Certification

  • Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
  • Microsoft Azure Administration

Accomplishments

I have built a strong set of accomplishments centered around maintaining reliable, secure, and efficient IT systems. One of my key achievements has been successfully managing and supporting network infrastructure, ensuring consistent uptime and performance. I have experience configuring and troubleshooting routers, switches, and firewalls, routing protocols such as BGP, OSPF, etc. which has helped minimize downtime and improve overall network stability.

I have also implemented system administration best practices, including configuring ADDS, DNS, DHCP, group policy, data backup and protection, virtualization using VMWare ESXi/ESX, MS Hyper-V, user account management, access control, and regular system updates. By enforcing proper permissions and monitoring system activity, I’ve helped strengthen security and reduce vulnerabilities.

Additio0nally, my ability to quickly diagnose and resolve technical issues. Whether dealing with network connectivity problems, server performance issues, or user support requests, I focus on identifying root causes and applying effective solutions to prevent recurring problems. I have worked on improving system efficiency by automating routine tasks and maintaining accurate documentation of network configurations and procedures. This has helped streamline operations and made it easier to manage and scale systems over time.

Overall, my accomplishments reflect my ability to maintain secure and reliable systems, support users effectively, and continuously improve IT infrastructure in a fast-paced environment.

Timeline

Network Administrator (Remote)

Baywoods of Annapolis
05.2025 - Current

IT Network and System Support Administrator (Remote)

Neejay Technologies, LLC
06.2024 - 04.2025

System/Network Administrator

United Nations Department of Peacekeeping Operations
06.2006 - 06.2014

Diploma - Hardware and Networking

IPMC Ghana

Diploma - Network Disaster Recovery and IP Network/Cyber Security for Policy makers

United States Telecommunication Training Institute

BBA - Accounting/IT

African Methodist Episcopal University

IT Infrastructure Manager

Liberia Revenue Authority

Graduate student - Cybersecurity

University of Illinois at Springfield (UIS)
James Yalaty