Ousmane Kane
Columbus
Summary
Data Center professional with 2+ years of experience in facility safety, hardware troubleshooting, incident response, and technical operations. Currently working as a Data Center Technician at AWS, specializing in server diagnostics, networking support, equipment decommissioning, and operational workflow execution. Strong attention to detail with a proven ability to learn quickly, maintain strict safety compliance standards, and communicate effectively in high-pressure environments.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Data Center Technician
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
02.2025 - Current
- Troubleshoot and repair server hardware, including motherboards, RAM, CPUs, and other components.
- Deploy and configure networking equipment such as switches and fiber/copper cabling.
- Conduct link testing and port validation; coordinate with network engineers for escalated network issues.
- Manage incidents, maintenance tasks, and project work through internal ticketing systems.
- Support Tech 1 and Tech 2 staff by overseeing task workflows and performing ticket reviews.
- Onboard and train new technicians in AWS safety standards, operational procedures, and troubleshooting best practices.
Data Center Technician
Black Box
New Albany
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Assisted with and performed fusion splicing, following TIA-598 fiber color codes
- Prepared, labeled, and dressed fiber; updated basic as-built
- Fiber optic infrastructure & black box enclosures (splice trays, fiber routing, dressing)
- Fusion splicing (assisted/performed) following TIA-598 color codes
- Structured cabling (fiber and Cat5e/Cat6 copper)
- Layer 1 networking & link testing (continuity checks, port validation)
- Rack, port, and cable auditing with accurate documentation updates
Education
High School Diploma -
Columbus State Community College
Columbus, OH05.2028
No Degree -
Columbus State Community College
Columbus, OH05.2028
Skills
- Understanding of computer hardware architecture
- PC troubleshooting & basic repair
- Knowledge of storage devices and network cabling
- Basic network architecture
- Incident management & hardware repair support
- Capacity management awareness
- Strong written and verbal communication
Timeline
Data Center Technician
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
02.2025 - Current
Data Center Technician
Black Box
01.2024 - 01.2025
High School Diploma -
Columbus State Community College
No Degree -
Columbus State Community College