Senior Information Technology Analyst (Network) at Zema Global (2025-04 – Present)
- Manage enterprise network operations across Cisco, Fortinet, and Arista platforms — maintaining 98%+ network availability across North American and European sites, directly supporting global service-level targets.
- Administer corporate FortiGate firewall estate across North America and Europe, achieving a 99% compliance rate; enforce standards, procedures, and audit controls governing perimeter security operations.
- Drive proactive network monitoring and capacity management via Infoblox, PRTG, and SolarWinds; maintain 98%+ uptime and generate performance metrics and KPIs for infrastructure health reporting.
- Led successful migration of on-premise workloads to AWS cloud, architecting FortiGate Cloud firewall deployment for hybrid connectivity and managing the full solution lifecycle from design through production.
- Administer AWS cloud networking environment including VPC design, Transit Gateway, and Direct Connect; ensuring cloud network performance, security, and alignment with enterprise standards.
- Maintain accuracy of network asset and configuration data across IT platforms, supporting lifecycle management and compliance with established inventory standards.
Network Systems Consultant (Contract) at Long View Systems (2024-10 – 2024-12)
- Participated in enterprise wide switch Network refresh project for client
- Conducted Enterprise Network architecture review enhancing operational efficiency
- Managed tools as Cisco DNAC, Cisco ISE, Infoblox, Clearpass and Solarwinds for network availability and visibility
- Handled complex network issues with a focus on customer satisfaction, delivering high-quality solutions in a timely manner.
- Maintained comprehensive network documentation across client enterprise and managed environmental standards.
Core Infrastructure Specialist at AXA Mansard (2019-09 – 2024-09)
- Led the deployment of Fortinet Wireless LAN across the enterprise, reducing LAN deployment costs by 40% thus improving network security
- Monitor and support corporate IT and OT network operations across 15 locations, maintaining above 98% uptime for critical infrastructure
- Established a comprehensive network monitoring system that proactively identifies performance bottlenecks, reducing network incidents by 65%
- Led firewall management initiatives, implementing Fortinet and Cisco Firepower next-generation solutions that reduced security incidents by 78%
- Fine-tuned Cisco EIGRP and BGP routing protocols to enhance LAN, WAN, and Internet Edge performance, minimizing failover incidents.
- Handle complex network issues using tools and technologies as Wireshark, Tcpdump and PRTG for detailed analysis and troubleshooting.
- Maintained comprehensive documentation of network configurations, facilitating seamless knowledge transfer and decision-making.
Network Specialist (Core Network and Data Centre) at First Bank Plc (2018-11 – 2019-08)
- Managed optimization of core network infrastructure, ensuring high performance and reliability for critical banking operations across enterprise and data center environments.
- Implemented data center redundancy measures to ensure high availability of banking services; managed Cisco Nexus 5K and 7K platforms.
- Introduced advanced security measures aligned with regulatory and compliance requirements, reducing incidents and safeguarding sensitive banking data.
- Conducted real-time monitoring and proactive troubleshooting, reducing network latency and ensuring smooth operations in a regulated financial environment.
- Created technical documentation for common network procedures
- Introduced advanced security measures, reducing incidents and safeguarding sensitive banking data.
Lead Network Engineer at Guaranty Trust Bank Plc (2013-08 – 2018-10)
- Led network implementation of new data centre, deploying Cisco Nexus infrastructure and establishing operational standards for high-availability banking services.
- Monitored and responded to network alerts within established SLAs, achieving a 96% on-time resolution rate; utilised Netflow and Wireshark for advanced troubleshooting and root cause analysis.
- Identified and remediated network performance issues, improving average throughput by 28% through systematic optimisation and routing enhancements.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align network infrastructure with business needs, providing technical guidance and ensuring efficient service delivery.
