Sunday Akinbode
Detroit,MI
Summary
Experienced Senior Network Engineer with 29+ years of expertise in designing, implementing, and managing complex telecommunications and computer networks. Proficient in Circuit Design, Google Android OS, and Cisco infrastructure, with a proven track record of improving system interoperability and performance. Committed to leveraging in-depth network architecture knowledge to drive future innovations and advancements in network efficiency and security.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Electronics Technician
Autote Canada
- Utilized advanced diagnostic tools for accurate identification of system faults, minimizing repair times significantly.
- Fixed circuit boards and wire harness problems using schematics, wiring diagrams, and testing instruments.
- Enhanced system performance by troubleshooting and repairing electronic equipment.
- Installed and maintained a variety of electrical and electronic components in accordance with approved methods and procedures.
- Troubleshot and resolved equipment failures to reduce operational disruption.
- Monitored and tested equipment performance to diagnose and resolve problems.
- Performed acceptance testing and measurements on electronic components and assemblies to verify system compliance.
Sr. Specialist-Network Support
AT&T
07.2021 - 04.2024
- Managed complex projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery and client satisfaction.
- Identified areas in need of critical improvement and implemented strategies to achieve targets.
- Supported department leadership in implementing new policies, procedures and controls.
- Directed technical solutions and project management for provisioning, service assurance, and inventory.
- Resolved complex Windows Operating System issues, including Windows NT and Windows Servers-DHCP & DNS setup.
- Successfully led the rollout of new hardware/software from Windows 7 to Windows 11.
- Delivered 24x7 network technical support on Cisco-SD-WAN, WAP, and WLC, ensuring minimal downtime.
- Identified and quantified network issues, implementing service improvement projects for enhanced efficiency.
Telecommunication Specialist
AT&T
03.2000 - 07.2021
- Oversaw successful installation projects, ensuring timely completion within budget constraints while meeting client specifications.
- Managed vendor relations effectively, negotiating favorable contract terms and strengthening partnerships for future collaborations.
- Performed system moves and changes internally and by remote access and coordinated and prepared reports to support operation and planning of telecommunications systems.
- Installed, troubleshot, repaired and redesigned telecommunications systems to support communication and information exchange.
- Analyzed, designed, implemented, tested, monitored, supported, and evaluated communication systems distances.
- Assisted telecommunication engineers in researching, evaluating, and recommending voice and data communications hardware and software.
- Troubleshot telecommunications network problems.
- Identified network security vulnerabilities and faulty trunks that required repair and restoration.
- Created network systems troubleshooting documentation for the telecom specialist team.
- Supported PSTN Technologies, including Dial Plans, Voice Policies, SIP trunks, and Audio conferencing.
Computer Support
IQ'Smart Computer
01.1998 - 08.2000
- Monitored system performance using various tools, identifying trends or anomalies indicative of potential problems ahead of time.
- Proactively identified opportunities for process improvement within the IT department, leading to increased efficiency and effectiveness of daily operations.
- Resolved complex technical issues for clients through remote troubleshooting, reducing downtime and increasing productivity.
- Optimized network performance by conducting routine maintenance checks and addressing potential issues proactively.
- Managed hardware inventory and ensured timely equipment replacement or repair, maintaining optimal system performance.
- Safeguarded company data by implementing robust security measures, including antivirus software updates and password management protocols.
- Supported users during technology migration projects, ensuring a smooth transition with minimal disruption to their daily workflows.
- Tracked issue resolution policies to maintain compliance with internal standards.
- Managed users and computers on the network through Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS).
Computer Support
University of Windsor
09.1995 - 12.1997
- Monitored system performance using various tools, identifying trends or anomalies indicative of potential problems ahead of time.
- Proactively identified opportunities for process improvement within the IT department, leading to increased efficiency and effectiveness of daily operations.
- Resolved complex technical issues for clients through remote troubleshooting, reducing downtime and increasing productivity.
- Optimized network performance by conducting routine maintenance checks and addressing potential issues proactively.
- Managed hardware inventory and ensured timely equipment replacement or repair, maintaining optimal system performance.
- Safeguarded company data by implementing robust security measures, including antivirus software updates and password management protocols.
- Supported users during technology migration projects, ensuring a smooth transition with minimal disruption to their daily workflows.
- Tracked issue resolution policies to maintain compliance with internal standards.
- Managed users and computers on the network through Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS).
Education
AWS Certified Solutions Architect-Associate (SAA-C03) -
07.2024
Microsoft Cloud Fundamentals: Administering office 365 & Intune -
07.2024
Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager -
07.2024
Windows 11 for IT Support: Troubleshooting Basic -
07.2024
Windows Server 2022: Install and Configure Active Directory -
07.2024
Enterprise Network Core Technologies -
07.2024
Master of Science (M.S.) - Information Systems
Lawrence Technological University
Southfield, MI12.2014
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
Central Michigan University
Mount Pleasant, MI12.2011
Skills
- TCP/IP networks routing switching load balancing
- Cloud SaaS SD-WAN IPsec
- QOS VoIP OSPF LDAP
- SMTP Proxy servers Load-Balancers network protocols
- Remote testing Interface DS1 DS3 SONET
- OC3 OC12 OC48 Circuit Design
- Fault isolation Incident troubleshooting Network configuration Provisioning
- Interoperability Wireshark Microsoft Network Monitor Action v3
- TIRKS NetBrain vManage Cisco Prime Infrastructure
- Java JavaScript C Visual Basic
- Microsoft Windows Linux Google Android OS Windows Servers
- NT 2003 2008 2012 2016
- IBM OS/2 Novell Netware Microsoft Office Microsoft Project
- XLMiner QlikView Informatica Tableau
- Hands-on experience in Skype for Business/Microsoft Lync 2913/Lync 2010
- In-depth knowledge of PSTN , SIP trunks, PRI and other Connection/Carrier Technologies
Additionalinformation
Cisco Certified Network Professional: Enterprise Network Core Technologies, Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), Security+, Building Trust, IT Service Desk: Management Fundamentals, The Six Biases of Decision-Making, IT Service Desk Careers and Certifications: First Step, Project Management: Technical Projects, Practical Software-Defined Networking, Juniper Networks JNCIA-Junos (JN0104) Cert Prep, Visio, Lync, Gantt Chart, WBS Diagram and Business Analytics
Personal Information
Title: Senior Network Engineer
Timeline
Sr. Specialist-Network Support
AT&T
07.2021 - 04.2024
Telecommunication Specialist
AT&T
03.2000 - 07.2021
Computer Support
IQ'Smart Computer
01.1998 - 08.2000
Computer Support
University of Windsor
09.1995 - 12.1997
Electronics Technician
Autote Canada
AWS Certified Solutions Architect-Associate (SAA-C03) -
Microsoft Cloud Fundamentals: Administering office 365 & Intune -
Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager -
Windows 11 for IT Support: Troubleshooting Basic -
Windows Server 2022: Install and Configure Active Directory -
Enterprise Network Core Technologies -
Master of Science (M.S.) - Information Systems
Lawrence Technological University
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
Central Michigan University
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