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Nintai Godlove

Annapolis,MD

Summary

Highly skilled IT professional with a background in systems administration, maintenance and end-user training. Accomplished in designing solutions to achieve software compatibility and streamline system upgrades and installations. Talented in administering and maintaining complex avionics systems, including Microsoft operating systems, servers and specialized logistics software. Seeking to leverage comprehensive IT experience to take the next career step in systems administration with a respected organization that values hard work, strategic thinking and results.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Systems Administrator

FEDDATA
Elkridge, MD
09.2023 - Current
  • Developed and implemented system security policies, procedures and standards for the organization.
  • Monitored systems performance to identify potential issues and provided solutions as needed.
  • Implemented network services such as DHCP, DNS, Active Directory and Group Policy Objects.
  • Managed user accounts in AD ensuring users have appropriate access rights.
  • Provided technical support to end-users across the organization with IT related issues and queries.
  • Configured advanced firewalls rules to ensure secure communication between internal networks and external entities.
  • Deployed software updates on all servers using WSUS server.
  • Performed daily backup operations using Symantec Backup Exec 2012 R2 software.
  • Maintained hardware inventory of all physical assets in the data center.
  • Troubleshot networking connectivity issues within LAN and WAN environment utilizing packet sniffers such as Wireshark or tcpdump tools.
  • Ensured high availability of all critical systems by implementing redundancy measures like clustering or load balancing technologies.
  • Resolved escalated tickets assigned by Service Desk team members in a timely manner according to SLA requirements.
  • Automated routine tasks using PowerShell scripting language where applicable.
  • Upgraded existing hardware components when necessary to improve system efficiency.
  • Analyzed log files from various sources such as application logs, system logs or firewall logs to detect any suspicious activity or potential threats.
  • Assisted with disaster recovery efforts during outages or other unplanned events.
  • Participated in projects related to new infrastructure implementations or migrations from legacy platforms.
  • Conducted regular maintenance activities on servers such as patching or cleaning up disk space usage.
  • Reviewed audit reports generated by security software applications for compliance purposes.
  • Trained and directed users on correct use of software and hardware within systems.

Systems Administrator

Jacobs Technology
, VA
06.2020 - 06.2023
  • Implemented security measures such as firewalls, antivirus programs.
  • Analyzed system logs to identify suspicious activities or anomalies.
  • Provided guidance on best practices related to system administration procedures.
  • Deployed operating systems upgrades and security patching in accordance with IT policies.
  • Spearheaded server infrastructure development, quality control, staging and production operations.
  • Conferred with network users about solutions to existing system problems.
  • Maintained, monitored and troubleshot Windows Server systems to ensure optimal performance.
  • Configured and deployed Windows Servers in virtualized environments.
  • Installed and configured Active Directory, DNS, DHCP services on Windows Servers.
  • Developed and maintained scripts for automating server tasks.
  • Implemented Group Policies to manage user accounts, security settings and software deployment across the organization.
  • Created system backups with Symantec Backup Exec tool for disaster recovery purposes.
  • Monitored server resources utilization to prevent any issue related to resource consumption.
  • Performed regular maintenance activities such as disk defragmentation and disk clean up operations on servers.
  • Provided technical support for resolving network connectivity issues between servers and clients.
  • Managed user access rights and privileges according to organizational policies and procedures.
  • Assisted in the development of new systems architecture designs and implementation plans.
  • Performed daily health checks on all Windows Servers to identify potential problems before they occur.
  • Integrated Windows Server infrastructure with other third-party applications and technologies.
  • Ensured compliance with industry standards and best practices regarding data security and backup strategies.
  • Kept systems operating efficiently by performing necessary upgrades and repairs.
  • Managed Active Directory user accounts, groups, and computer objects.
  • Configured Group Policy Objects to enforce organizational policies in the domain environment.
  • Performed daily system monitoring, verifying the integrity and availability of all hardware, server resources, systems and key processes.
  • Installed security patches for Windows Server operating systems and applications as needed.
  • Deployed new servers with Windows Server OS and configured them according to organization's standards.
  • Assisted in troubleshooting network connectivity issues related to DNS, DHCP and TCP and IP configuration.
  • Provided technical assistance to end users on Active Directory related queries or incidents.
  • Monitored replication status between domain controllers using Replication Monitor tool.

System Administrator

M.CDEAN
Tysons, VA
03.2018 - 06.2020
  • Analyzed intricate server issues and supported large enterprise and business-critical applications.
  • Submitted recommendations regarding infrastructure overhauls.
  • Planned, tested and supported high-availability infrastructures.
  • Maintained inventory of parts for emergency repairs.
  • Promoted continuous improvement for IT governance processes.
  • Configured, monitored and maintained email applications or virus protection software.
  • Spearheaded server infrastructure development, quality control, staging and production operations.
  • Conferred with network users about solutions to existing system problems.
  • Coordinated with vendors and company personnel to facilitate purchases.
  • Monitored network performance to determine adjustments needed.
  • Installed security software to protect networks.
  • Analyzed equipment performance records to determine need for repair or replacement.
  • Installed, configured, and maintained desktop hardware and software for end-users.
  • Maintained inventory of all equipment, hardware, and software upgrades.
  • Set up user accounts, profiles, and passwords in accordance with company policies.
  • Monitored system performance and troubleshot network connectivity issues.

Education

Master of Science - Information Technology

University of Maryland - College Park
College Park, MD
06-2022

Master of Science - Cybersecurity

University of Maryland - College Park
College Park, MD
01-2018

Skills

  • End-User Training
  • Server and System Administration
  • Threat Assessment
  • Troubleshooting and Maintenance
  • Data Security
  • System Upgrades
  • Hardware troubleshooting
  • System monitoring
  • Virtualization Technologies
  • Patch management
  • Troubleshooting and diagnosis
  • Configuration Management

Certification

  • ComPTIA Security+
  • ComPTIA Advanced Security Practitioner ( CASP )

Security Clearance status

  • TS\SC w CI POLY ( Active )

Timeline

Systems Administrator

FEDDATA
09.2023 - Current

Systems Administrator

Jacobs Technology
06.2020 - 06.2023

System Administrator

M.CDEAN
03.2018 - 06.2020

Master of Science - Information Technology

University of Maryland - College Park

Master of Science - Cybersecurity

University of Maryland - College Park

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