About
Highly accomplished Network Operations (NOC) Manager with over a decade of experience in optimizing, securing, and monitoring complex network systems and services across on-premise and cloud infrastructures. Proven expertise in incident management, capacity planning, and leading technical teams to safeguard resilient architectures and ensure seamless, high-performance IT operations.
Work
R.T Communication Limited
|NOC Manager
Abuja, Nigeria, Nigeria
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Summary
Led Network Operations Center (NOC) activities, encompassing monitoring, incident management, and team leadership to ensure network availability and performance.
Highlights
Directed comprehensive monitoring of network systems, infrastructure, and services, ensuring high availability and performance while promptly resolving network issues and disruptions.
Managed end-to-end incident response, coordinating resolution efforts, documenting incidents, and ensuring seamless communication across teams to minimize downtime.
Led and mentored a NOC team of network engineers, technicians, and analysts, optimizing task delegation, performance, and training to cultivate a collaborative environment.
Developed and maintained accurate documentation for network configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting guides, generating regular performance and incident reports to inform strategic improvements.
Drove continuous process improvements, implementing automation and standardized procedures to enhance NOC efficiency and effectiveness, aligning with industry best practices.
Conducted proactive capacity planning by monitoring network utilization and performance trends, successfully forecasting future requirements and proposing infrastructure upgrades to support evolving business needs.
Managed vendor relationships, evaluating performance, negotiating contracts, and ensuring strict compliance with Service Level Agreements (SLAs) to optimize service delivery.
Implemented and maintained proactive monitoring systems, consistently applying software updates, patches, and security fixes to ensure a secure and reliable network infrastructure.
R.T Communication Limited
|Supervisory Officer (Noc Engineer/Operator)
Abuja, Nigeria, Nigeria
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Summary
Supervised network monitoring, troubleshooting, and maintenance activities, ensuring first-line support and compliance with operational standards for network components and services.
Highlights
Monitored network performance, capacity, and services, analyzing link utilization, traffic, and surveillance camera feeds to ensure optimal operation and proactively identify issues.
Provided first-line troubleshooting and fault resolution for network issues, adhering strictly to company standards for escalation and incident management procedures.
Performed repairs on data center computers and escalated critical outages and faults to specialized teams for timely resolution, minimizing service interruptions.
Initiated and managed trouble tickets for all network events, ensuring comprehensive tracking from opening to closure and maintaining detailed records.
Collaborated effectively with end-users, operational staff, and field engineers, providing expert technical assistance and troubleshooting support as required.
Ensured strict compliance with company standards, data protection regulations, and NOC operational procedures, maintaining high levels of technical governance.
Executed comprehensive software and hardware installations, updates, and replacements, including operating systems and various network components.
Conducted weekly system backups, including UTM devices, to ensure data integrity and disaster recovery readiness, safeguarding critical information.
Books Embassy Nig Ltd.
|IT Support Engineer (Part-Time)
Abuja, Nigeria, Nigeria
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Summary
Provided comprehensive part-time IT support, including system installations, network management, and hardware/software maintenance to ensure seamless operations.
Highlights
Performed system installations, updates, and ongoing maintenance, ensuring optimal performance and reliability across various IT environments.
Managed and expanded network infrastructure utilizing routers and switches, enhancing connectivity and capacity to support organizational growth.
Executed wireless intercom system installations, significantly improving internal communication capabilities and operational efficiency.
Installed and managed the employee biometric clocking system, enhancing timekeeping accuracy, security, and compliance.
Conducted software installations, configurations, and updates, resolving diverse IT-related issues to support business operations and user productivity.
RTcom Nig Ltd
|Noc Engineer (Network Operator)
Abuja, Nigeria, Nigeria
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Summary
Monitored network performance, managed fault escalation, and provided first-line support to ensure continuous network operations and stability.
Highlights
Monitored network components, capacity, and services, analyzing performance to identify potential issues and maintain overall network stability.
Provided first-line support for network faults, adhering to company protocols for fault escalation and effective management.
Updated infrastructure documentation and reported on NOC (datacenter) facility status, ensuring accurate record-keeping and transparency.
Ensured consistent NOC operations, assisting field engineers with troubleshooting and supporting end-users and technical staff.
Generated and tracked trouble tickets for all network events, ensuring timely resolution and comprehensive closure.
Performed system repairs, operating system installations, and comprehensive software configurations and updates.
The Presidency Bureau of Public Enterprises (NYSC)
|IT Support Assistance (NYSC SERVICE YEAR)
Abuja, Nigeria, Nigeria
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Summary
Provided essential IT support, including help desk response, system maintenance, and network expansion during the National Youth Service Corps year.
Highlights
Managed the receipt and dispatch of inter-departmental correspondence, ensuring timely delivery and efficient communication flow.
Assisted in identifying and learning organizational software and hardware, building foundational IT knowledge and support capabilities.
Responded promptly to IT help desk requests, performing system repairs and maintenance to ensure high user productivity.
Supported software updates, driver installations, and utilized online resources for problem resolution, enhancing overall support capabilities.
Assisted with testing IT fixes, integrating new computers into the domain, and supported network cable clipping and server installations.
Provided hands-on desktop support, including software/hardware installation, upgrades, file backups, and system/application configurations.
Assisted in expanding Internet services using switches and identified complex network, computer, and printer issues beyond routine maintenance.
Supported IT Unit Heads and Supervisors with server maintenance, installations, memory upgrades, network cabling, and routine system check-ups.
Education
Eastern Mediterranean University
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B.sc
Information Technology
Aptech Computer Education
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Advance Diploma
Software Engineering
Aptech Computer Education
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Certificate
Information System Management (CPISM)
Languages
English
Igbo
Pidgin English
Certificates
Introduction to Cyber Security
Issued By
Simplilearn
Introduction to Data Analytics
Issued By
Simplilearn
Foundations of Cyber Security
Issued By
Coursera
Technical Support Fundamentals
Issued By
Coursera
Skills
Windows Configurations
Windows Configurations.
Virtualization
Virtualization.
System Diagnoses
System Diagnoses.
Linux
Linux.
Cyber Security
Cyber Security.
Data Analytics
Data Analytics.
Technical Support
Technical Support.
References
Mr Sunny Ahkigbe
CEO, Books Embassy Nig Ltd. (booksembassy@yahoo.com)
Barr Mrs. Mandy Amaka Onuegbu
National Youth Service Coprs (NYSC) (mandylegalconsult@yahoo.com)
Mr Emma Nwagbo, RN
Registered Nurse, Kern Medical Center (KM) USA. (chunwagbo@gmail.com)