EMMANUEL OPOKU NYARKO
Portsmouth,Hampshire
Summary
Accomplished IT professional with expertise in networking installation and management, including WAN and LAN systems. Proficient in configuring Cisco switches and routers, PC hardware repairs, and network monitoring. Demonstrates strong skills in information security, digital forensics, and data backup and restore. Experienced in developing security policies, managing identity access, and responding to incidents with a focus on risk assessment and network security. Adept at intrusion detection, firewall management, and IAM solutions. Committed to advancing career goals within the realm of cybersecurity and network infrastructure enhancement.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work history
SOC Analyst
KNUST
Kumasi, Ghana
01.2022 - 08.2025
- Configured and managed firewalls, VPNs, and intrusion detection systems to protect network integrity.
- Designed and implemented secure network infrastructure to safeguard against cyber threats and vulnerabilities.
- Established security awareness culture within organisation through engaging communication initiatives.
- Monitored network traffic for suspicious activity and took immediate action to prevent data breaches.
- Triaged alerts, investigated incidents, performed log analysis and threat hunting.
- Created SIEM use cases, and coordinated incident response.
- Managed access controls and identity management protocols to ensure authorised access to sensitive information.
- Conducted regular security audits to identify potential risks and recommended mitigating measures.
- Trained junior staff members on best practices in cybersecurity management, elevating their skill level significantly.
- Monitored security systems to detect suspicious activity and potential threats.
Network Support Engineer
KNUST Network Operations Center (UITS)
Kumasi, Ghana
09.2018 - 10.2019
- Monitored network performance to identify and resolve issues promptly, minimising downtime.
- Provided technical support and guidance to users, improving their understanding of network resources.
- Coordinated with vendors and service providers to resolve network-related issues efficiently.
- Configured routers, switches, and firewalls for optimal security and connectivity across multiple sites.
- Managed network performance and implemented changes to improve efficiency.
- Provided after-hours support for critical network issues, ensuring 24 and 7 operational continuity.
- Collaborated with IT teams to troubleshoot complex network issues, resulting in decreased downtime and increased user satisfaction.
Network Technician
JLINK IT SOLUTIONS
Kumasi, Ghana
02.2014 - 09.2014
- Troubleshot connectivity issues, restoring internet and network access quickly and efficiently.
- Successfully resolved IT issues using telephone support, remote access software and on-site assistance.
- Diagnosed software faults, efficiently debugging and reinstalling packages to reduce downtime.
- Established, repaired and optimised networks by installing wiring, cabling and devices.
Education
Master of Science - CYBER SECURITY AND DIGITAL FORENSICS
KWAME NKRUMAH UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
GHANA, Kumasi 09.2019 - 11.2022
CERTIFICATION - CISCO CERTIFICATION CCNA ROUTING AND SWITCHING 2
CISCO
Kumasi, GHANA 09.2018 - 09.2019
COLLEGE - COMPUTER SCIENCE
KWAME NKRUMAH UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
Kumasi, GHANA 09.2014 - 11.2018
Master of Science - Cyber Security and Information Technology Forensics
University of Portsmouth
Portsmouth 09.2025 -
HIGH SCHOOL - General Science
T.I AHMADIYYA SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
Kumasi, GhanaSkills
- Good Communication Skills
- Networking Installation & Management (WAN & LAN)
- Configure Cisco Switches and Routers
- PC Hardware Repairs & Maintenance
- Network Monitoring
- Information Security
- Digital Forensics
- Data Backup and Restore
- Security policy development
- Identity management
- Incident response
- Risk assessment
- Network security
- Intrusion detection
- Firewall management
- IAM
Activities
I read novels while listening to music on my leisure time but mostly I love to visit the IT center in my community to educate the young kids about computer and technology and how it can better our lives in the near future.
References
- Mr. Justice Annan, IPMC, Kumasi, 0244723203
- Mr. Abraham Brew Sam, Head of Network Operation Center (NOC), KNUST, Kumasi, 0209162039
Timeline
Master of Science - Cyber Security and Information Technology Forensics
University of Portsmouth
09.2025 -
SOC Analyst
KNUST
01.2022 - 08.2025
Master of Science - CYBER SECURITY AND DIGITAL FORENSICS
KWAME NKRUMAH UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
09.2019 - 11.2022
Network Support Engineer
KNUST Network Operations Center (UITS)
09.2018 - 10.2019
CERTIFICATION - CISCO CERTIFICATION CCNA ROUTING AND SWITCHING 2
CISCO
09.2018 - 09.2019
COLLEGE - COMPUTER SCIENCE
KWAME NKRUMAH UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
09.2014 - 11.2018
Network Technician
JLINK IT SOLUTIONS
02.2014 - 09.2014
HIGH SCHOOL - General Science
T.I AHMADIYYA SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL