Chidera Ude
Sheffield
Summary
A Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) with background in Electrical and Electronics Engineering. I can manage and maintain your organization’s networks systems, prevent common network problems, and troubleshoot other problems that may arise during network operations. I have a focused work ethic and I thrive with analytical thinking, team work, and customer service.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Remote Network Engineer
Kreativstorm
01.2024 - 02.2024
- Troubleshot network issues and provided rapid solutions to limit downtime.
- Configured routers, switches and firewalls to deploy and support LAN, WAN and wireless networks.
- Evaluated bandwidth requirements and implemented required network updates.
- Assessed system performance to identify upgrade requirements.
- Optimised network operation through focused configuration and monitoring.
- Secured network systems by establishing and enforcing access control policies.
- Reconfigured networks for enhanced performance.
- Maintained network configuration, mapping and service records for accurate documentation.
- Approved external network access to meet remote working demands.
Electrical Engineer I
Federal Capital Development Authority
02.2020 - 12.2021
- Involved in the design, procurement and maintenance of electrical reticulation in the Federal Capital Territory.
National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) Intern
DM Holdings
Lagos
01.2018 - 12.2018
- Part of 3-man team that tested the application software (User Acceptance and Testing) for Cowbellpedia TV show and Interswitch SPAK national science competition
- Assisted in the coordination of the Cowbellpedia TV game show and Interswitch SPAK national science competition
- Worked as an invigilator at Ogun State for the Interswitch SPAK national examination
- Participated in the recording of the results of students that sat for the Cowbellpedia and Interswitch SPAK examinations using Microsoft Excel
- Managed one of the clients’ call lines for inquiries about Cowbellpedia and Interswitch SPAK competitions for two months (Received calls from average of 4 clients per day).
Student Trainee/Intern
Huawei Technologies
Nigeria
04.2016 - 09.2016
- Given a one-week orientation on GSM Architecture by a Huawei Technologies’ Engineer
- Worked with a transmission engineer and was engaged mostly in preventive and corrective maintenance of equipment at Airtel base stations around Enugu and Ebonyi states
- Ran test scores for new SIM cards at Airtel Switch
- Worked with a Fibre Engineer for optic fibre cable restoration due to failure
- Worked at the warehouse and took stock of equipment to be used at base stations like radios and network cables
- Climbed a mast with a rigger to install a radio.
Education
MSc. Electrical and Electronics Engineering -
Sheffield Hallam University
01.2022 - 05.2023
BEng. Electrical and Electronics Engineering - undefined
Afe Babalola University
09.2012 - 05.2017
West African Senior School Certificate - undefined
Federal Government College
09.2005 - 05.2011
Skills
- Installation of computer networks and systems
- Cisco products
- Network Security
- Virtual Networking
- Routing and switching protocols
- Network design methodologies and LAN & WAN technologies
- Troubleshooting network problems and IT infrastructure maintenance
- Hardware configuration and replacement
- Extensive experience with the Microsoft Office Suite
- Working knowledge of Windows 10, Windows Server 2016, Active Directory, Group Policy, PowerShell, Remote Access/Desktop, VMware, Operating Systems, DHCP and DNS
- Analytical thinking and Time management
- Customer service
- Documentation
- Report writing
- Network support
- Network installation
- Data network technology
- Wireless network set up
- Problem-solving
Custom
IT Career Switch Ltd, IT Technician Traineeship, 1-Year Program (Completed in 8 months — March – October, 2023), CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, MCSA Microsoft Windows 10, Cisco CCNA, Installing, configuring and migrating Windows 10 Operating Systems., Configuring security systems and Windows firewall., Troubleshooting common system problems., Configuring and managing printers, configuring mobile devices., Configuring, managing and maintaining essential network devices., Designing and implementing a functional network., Active Directory – unlocking user accounts, resetting passwords, searching users., Implementing network security, standards, and protocols., Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) 200-301, 2023, https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/training-events/training-certifications/certifications/associate/ccna.html
Timeline
Remote Network Engineer
Kreativstorm
01.2024 - 02.2024
MSc. Electrical and Electronics Engineering -
Sheffield Hallam University
01.2022 - 05.2023
Electrical Engineer I
Federal Capital Development Authority
02.2020 - 12.2021
National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) Intern
DM Holdings
01.2018 - 12.2018
Student Trainee/Intern
Huawei Technologies
04.2016 - 09.2016
BEng. Electrical and Electronics Engineering - undefined
Afe Babalola University
09.2012 - 05.2017
West African Senior School Certificate - undefined
Federal Government College
09.2005 - 05.2011
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