Russel Nkuna

Network and security systems technician with 5+ years of hands-on field experience, from structured cabling and fibre testing to large IP CCTV and access-control installations. At RR-Electronic Solutions I upgraded a site from traditional access control to an IP-based system with around 180 readers, and replaced an analogue camera system with almost 718 IP cameras that I then monitored and maintained. I have worked on large industrial sites such as Rand Refinery and Anglo American mines, so I take safety seriously and know what working at heights and in confined or acidic spaces requires.

I read site drawings, work well alone or in a team, and like to leave a job neat, tested and documented.

IT Support & Field Network Technician - RR-Electronic Solutions

(2023-07 - 2025-10)

• Installed and maintained IP CCTV and access-control systems (Axis, Dahua and Hikvision cameras; ZKTeco biometrics and MorphoWave readers), including network integration, and led to the large upgrade projects listed below.
• Installed and maintained electric fencing (Gallagher and Nemtek) and integrated security systems with the site network.
• Worked on large sites including Rand Refinery, ACDC and Anglo American mines, following site safety procedures, including working at heights and in confined and acidic spaces.
• Installed, configured and tested Cisco, MikroTik, Aruba and Ubiquiti equipment; built network racks from 4U to 20U; terminated and tested Cat5e/Cat6 cabling with Fluke equipment.
• Performed SM/MM fibre patching and testing, including OTDR trace interpretation, reflections and link-loss analysis.
• Conducted on-site fault finding, commissioning and repairs, identifying root causes; completed job records, test results and handover documentation.
• Progressed from Junior Technician to Mid-Level Technician.

Technical Support Consultant - Afrihost

(2025-10 - 2026-08)

• Diagnosed FTTH, LTE and network connectivity faults, including LOS conditions, ONT errors and PPPoE issues, across 43 FNO platforms.
• Escalated faults to Openserve, Vumatel, Frogfoot and MetroFibre with clear technical information and followed up within SLAs.
• Monitored service availability and SLA performance across the FNO platforms, identifying recurring fault patterns and flagging them for proactive resolution.
• Worked shift-based, high-pressure schedules while keeping quality and SLA compliance.
• Kept accurate fault records and communicated clearly with customers and operators.

Assistant Network Technician - CJ Group

(2021-02 - 2023-07)

• Installed and commissioned networking and security infrastructure at commercial sites: structured cabling, switches, routers and IP-based CCTV systems.
• Installed and supported electronic security systems, including CCTV and access control, and troubleshot network-connected security equipment.
• Terminated and tested Cat5e/Cat6 cabling and patch panels; performed on-site fault finding, repairs and commissioning.
• Supported project teams on multi-site rollouts, following site procedures and health and safety requirements.
• Produced accurate handover records for completed work and supported customers on site.

National Senior Certificate (Matric) - Ndindani Hlomela High (2020)