BADMUS SHERIF

Network Deployment Engineer

Abuja electricity distribution company

February 2018 to Actually working here

? Ensuring high availability of IT production and corporate networks and infrastructures.
? Specifying network devices suitable for environment and meeting other technical criteria.
? Carrying out network Survey, deployment and maintenance work in HQ and regions
? Developing and implementing infrastructures rollout plans.
? Deploying Point2Point radio across all offices.
? Design and supervise implementation of fibre optics rollout and maintenance
? Manage IT Service level agreements / contracts for ISPs and Vendors
? Resolving operational issues affecting infrastructure and Networks.
? Ensuring data privacy, data integrity and availability of ICT application and services.
? Timely response to helpdesk Level 1 and level 2 requests from the ICT HelpDesk platform, and providing remote assistance to users with ICT problems if need be and update the tickets in the system accordingly
? Monitor network performance availability, utilization, throughput and latency with Network management tools (e.g. solarwinds, PRTG, LibreNMS, Netflow, ?)
? Troubleshooting network devices and ensuring all corporate and production services are reachable.
? Supervising all ISPs, vendors and suppliers in project delivery, ensuring quality standard and meeting timelines.
? Planning and implementing all ICT project implementation and maintenance from all ISPs.
? Monitoring, operation and performance of LAN/WAN connectivity and communication services
? Installing programs and maintaining all equipment in line with standard procedures.
? Securing network systems by establishing and enforcing policies, and defining and monitoring access; the support and administration of firewall environments in line with IT security policy; capacity management and audit of IP addressing and hosted devices within data centres.
? Experience in setting up meeting tools like Cisco WebEx, Microsoft Teams and Zoom
? Experience in the major internet routing protocols and technologies including NAT,TCP/IP, OSFP, BGP, EIGRP, and MPLS/VPN
? Sound Knowledge of network phone system ( VoIP,PBX )
? Experience in Survey, Design, Deployment and Maintenance of Fiber Optics Projects.
? Provide reports with purpose of improving the IT services and Backup both premise and cloud applications
? Deploy and maintain network connectivity to carry out remote control on Auto-recloser
? Contribute to the development of standard operating procedures (SOP) required to run IT infrastructure operations in a mission critical environment.
? Experience handling network firewall such as Checkpoint and FortiGate
? Configured and installed various network devices and services (VyOS Router, routers, Industrial Router, switches, Aruba, Cisco Access Point, Juniper, Tp-Link Access Point, Dlink Access Point, huawei,VPN, Qos).
? Performing network maintenance and system upgrades including service packs, security configuration
? Providing Level- 2/3 support and troubleshooting to resolve issues

Regional IT/Network Support Engineer

Abuja electricity distribution company

May 2017 to February 2018

? Ensured high availability of applications and IT services to end users.
? Microsoft Networks configuration and set up (network components ?switch and routers-, Ethernet, wifi, Bluetooth)
? Reported and proactively made recommendations to enhance user experience in the region.
? Strong computer literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft Office 2013 and Office 365.
? Knowledge of LAN/WAN connectivity, Personal Computer, Disk Operating System, Network Operating System, Active Directory, Exchange Server 2012 R2, DNS Server, window operating system, Linux, Mac and MS Windows.
? Ensures ICT inventory is updated regularly and maintains adequate stocks levels.
? Responded to tickets and hands-on assistance requests within defined SLOs.
? Ensured data privacy, data integrity and availability of ICT services.
? Provided Windows 10, MAC,Android, iOS Operating System Support and Antivirus Solutions
? Supported budget preparation, tracking and reporting.
? Facilitated ICT strategy and provided ICT training for all staff in the region.
? Ability to set up and configure server hardware
? Ensure delivery of critical Microsoft Windows (Client) operating system patch and updates
? Timely response to helpdesk Level 1 and level 2 requests from the ICT Helpdesk platform, and providing remote assistance to users with ICT problems if need be and update the tickets in the system accordingly
? Configuration and set up of networks: Desktops, Laptops and peripheral
? Good understanding of Citrix, Busy, ODK Software and Remote Desktop Access and many more applications
? Familiarity with backup and recovery software and methodologies
? Great at organising, prioritising and multitasking
? Provided Application services and network availability for users in all services centres, Area office and the Regional office.
? Supervised IT projects and fibre optics Network connection within the region.
? Monitoring, operation and performance of LAN/WAN connectivity and communication services
? Configured and installed various network devices and services (routers, switches, Aruba, Cisco,Juniper, Tp-Link,Dlink, huawei, firewalls like checkpoint,Fortigate VPN, and Qos).
? Performed network maintenance and system upgrades including service packs, security configuration.

OSP/FTTH Network Engineer

IpNX Nigeria Limited

September 2015 to May 2017

? Managed and oversaw OSP construction of the Tribes FTTH Project.
? Prepared, processed, implemented, and maintained contract agreements and administration of construction forces, and completed required inspection, quality assurance testing, invoice processing and contract closeouts.
? Interpreted OSP construction plans and specifications and conveyed the Tribes requirements to construction contractors.
? Inspected the progress of OSP construction and ensured all materials and equipment used in construction are acceptable, and free from defects.
? Prepared and updated the bill of quantities to process the Final Detailed Engineering Design.
? Developed Implementation schedule, Installation and Design documents for the project sites.
? Prepared Preliminary Acceptance Test documents for the acceptance testing of new sites in the network region.
? Monitored daily progress of work, cost and schedule. Conduct weekly progress review and technical meeting with the client.
? Planned and Implemented OSP projects.
? Provided Technical support for planning of fiber allocation, duct design (PVC) and Route design.
? Prepared budgets and bids for tenders of Clients.
? Negotiated with clients for technical as well as financial clearance.
? Interfaced with various GOVT and Private Entities for permits and lease deeds for TELECOM OPERATORS.
? Conducted site surveys in conjunction with Site Engineering and Civil Works teams to produce site survey reports and an Approved Sites list and Detailed Fiber Network Design using Google Earth.
? Oversaw construction and maintenance of OSP infrastructure according to industry standards.
? Maintained safety and security of OSP facility.
? Performed route analysis and developed aerial and underground fiber route maps.
? Provided professional guidelines, for Fiber allocation (routing) for ODN design and developed Fiber optic infrastructure.
? Provided the consultancy of OSP FTTH network maintenance and tools required.

NETWORK ADMINSTRATOR

ARKURATE TECKNOLOGIES LIMITED

January 2013 to August 2015

? Installed and configured hardware operating systems and applications.
? Monitored and maintained computer systems and networks.
? Troubleshot system and network problems and solved hardware and software faults.
? Tested new technology, and supervised IT projects and fiber optics connection.
? Provided technical assistance and support for incoming queries and issues related to computer systems, software, and hardware.
? Designed and executed test plans on computer applications.
? Undertook data network fault investigations in local and wide area environments, using information from multiple sources.
? Configured and installed various network devices and services.
? Performed network maintenance and system upgrades including service packs, and security configuration.
? Monitored performance and ensured system availability and reliability.
? Provided Level- 2/3 support and troubleshooting to resolve issues.
? Knowledge of LAN/WAN connectivity, Personal Computer, Disk Operating System, Network Operating System, Active Directory, Exchange Server 2012 R2, DNS Server, window operating system, Linux, Antivirus, Mac and MS Windows.
? Detected software failures so that defects may be discovered and corrected.
? Generated historical analysis of test results, and documented anomalies and issues.
? Maintained database of software defects, and ensured data integrity standards.
? Monitoring, operation and performance of LAN/WAN connectivity and communication services
? Performed general maintenance and installation of new CCTV cameras.

OSP ENGINEER

WINMAX TECHNOLOGIES LIMITED

November 2010 to December 2012

? Responsible for optical splicing, optical cable locates, and troubleshooting of a variety of optical cable faults
? Install, troubleshoot, and maintain all forms of cabling as directed by management.
? Will prepare fiber optic cable for splicing and perform fiber optic splices on aerial and underground fiber cables, using all types of optic splicing devices, e.g., fusion and mechanical
? Installing fiber optic splice cases and termination cabinets, terminating fiber using FC, LC and SC type and other connectors- Splice and terminate locations
? Testing all fiber optic installations using OTDR, Light meters, scopes and other related test equipment
? Supervising optical fiber civil work according to operator specification
? Completion of optical fiber project within the given period
? Perform construction and maintenance of OSP infrastructure according to industry standards.
? Maintain safety and security of OSP facility.
? Determine scope, budget and schedules for OSP projects.
? Monitor and control expenses within allotted budget.
? Communicate project status to Managers on weekly basis.
? Develop mitigation and restoration procedures for emergencies conditions such as fiber damages, power failures and other disasters.
? Use Visio software to develop engineering designs.
Some of Fiber Optics project done;
? GLOBACOM NIGERIA/ZTE: Site ID IBD 013 ? IBD 031 (19.2km)
Site ID IBD 031 ? OYO 801 (22.7km)
Site ID OYO 801 ? OYO 001 (24.2km)
? GLOBACOM NIGERIA: Splicing of 22 fiber optics joint from Cassa to Pushit(70.3km) in Jos
? ETISALAT NIGERIA: Data centre in lekki phase 1
New shelter to old invas 48 cores sm
New shelter to old invas 48 cores mm
New shelter to new invas 96 cores mm
New shelter to switch room 96 cores sm
New shelter to backbone 96 cores sm
Old invas to new invas 48 cores mm
? MTN NIGERIA: MTN Switch office at Bodija Ibadan
PTO to switch building 96 cores sm
PTO to Tx room 96 cores sm
Switch building to switch prefab 96 cores sm
Switch building to Tx room 96 cores sm
? ETISALAT NIGERIA: Oregun office
Shelter 1 to shelter 2 96 cores sm
Shelter 1 to shelter 2 96 cores sm
Shelter 1 to shelter 3 96 cores sm
Shelter 1 to shelter 3 96 cores sm
Shelter 2 to shelter 3 96 cores sm
Shelter 2 to shelter 3 96 cores sm
? GLOBACOM NIGERIA: Site ID; EKP 001-URM 001 (25.6km)
Site ID;URM 001-EWH 001(36.2km)
Site ID;EWH 001-BAR 006(35.6km)

COMPUTER ENGINEERING

January 2005 to January 2010

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Availability to travel and work outside the city

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