Jefferson Esosa FESTUS
Objective
I’m a solution focused IT professional with over 7 years of experience in supporting critical internal infrastructure and applications focusing on firewalls, including network configuration, security policies, and firmware/software updates. Expertise in analysis, design, testing, troubleshooting of network systems and applications. I desire further growth and accomplishment by utilizing my skills in Computer Networking/System and Network Security Solutions and Administration/ Computer Hardware Maintenance/ Operating System Installation and other IT related fields with a high level of integrity in a dynamic team. Personal Data
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• Name: Jefferson Esosa Festus
• Address: 47, Ade-Adenaike Street Ojomo, Irawo Mile 12, Lagos State.
• Phone No: +234**********
• Email: *****************@*****.***
• Gender: Male
• Date Of Birth: March 2,1990
• Nationality: Nigerian
2008 - 2013 Covenant University Otta, Ogun State. (B.Sc. Computer Science) 2005 - 2008 Regal College Sagamu, Ogun State. (WASSCE) 2001 - 2005 Crown College Ibara Abeokuta, Ogun State. (JSCE) 1994 - 2001 Mayflower Junior School Ikenne, Ogun State. (FSLC)
• DIPLOMA IN INFORMATION SECURITY & CYBERLAW
Scholars International Institute of Technology (July 2020)
• ADVANCE DIPLOMA IN TELECOMMUNICATIONS (TTC MOBILE)
(October 2016)
• COMPTIA SECURITY+ (SEC+)
In view
• DIPLOMA IN MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEM (MIS)
Scholars Industrial Information Technology India (SIIT) (September 2015)
• CERTIFICATE OF NATIONAL SERVICE (NYSC)
NYSC Discharge Certificate (March 2015)
• CERTIFICATE IN PROJECT MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL (PMP) Project Management Professional (January 2015)
• CERTIFICATE IN MANAGEMENT OF INTERNATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY
(HSE LEVEL III) Health Safety And Environment (January 2015) Folti Technologies Limited.
Position held: I.T Platform and System Control (January 2024 – Till date)
• Manage all technology-related operations, systems, and infrastructure within the organization. Ensure that technology functions smoothly and efficiently to support the business's objectives.
• Regularly assess the performance of IT systems and operations to identify areas for improvement and optimization. This evaluation helps in maintaining the effectiveness and security of technology assets.
• Develop and implement IT policies and procedures to ensure that technology operations align with the organization's goals, compliance requirements, and best practices which help standardize technology usage and security protocols.
• Manage relationships with technology vendors and service providers, overseeing contracts, negotiations, and ensuring that external services meet the company's standards.
• Implement robust cybersecurity measures and ensure compliance with industry regulations and data protection standards, safeguarding sensitive transportation data and customer information.
• Develop and maintain efficient incident response procedures, ensuring rapid resolution of system failures and technology-related issues.
• Plan and manage the IT department's budget, allocating resources effectively and cost-efficient to support technology initiatives and infrastructure maintenance.
• Collaborate with other departments, such as operations and logistics, to identify opportunities for technology integration that improve transportation efficiency and customer experience. ADDRESS:
47 Ade-Adenaike Street Ojomo,
Irawo Mile 12, Lagos State.
PHONE NO: +234**********
EMAIL *****************@*****.***
Skool Media Nigeria Limited.
Position held: I.T Officer (November 2021 – January 2024)
• Diagnosed and resolved end-user network problems, supporting local and mobile devices in-site
• Performed PC and OS configuration and installation
• Complemented IT support activities by ensuring that reported calls and logs are resolved and concluded within defined timelines
• Maintained accurate and descriptive log of all reported incidents and requests
• Supported other units in the enforcement of the IT policy and IT related standard operating procedures.
• Identified, diagnosed and resolved problems for computer users - software applications, Operating System and ERP
• Troubleshooted computer hardware related issues
• General hardware proactive maintenance in accordance with defined procedures and schedules
• Assist in implementing new network technologies, software and equipment roll outs
• Performed IT assets/hardware inventory and administration
• Configured various policies and rules and web filtering on each department as well as bandwidth allocation/load balancing
• Performed regular upgrades and patch update on network and server equipment where applicable.
• Assigned various users to domains on Active Directory and assigning policies to same. Freelance.
Position held: Freelance I.T Helpdesk & Administrator (March 2020 – November 2021)
• Supported different clients in the implementation of the IT approach and IT related standard working systems.
• Assisted in executing new system innovations, maintenance and gear move outs and general equipment proactive upkeep as per techniques and schedules.
• Performed regular hardware upgrades and software updates on required devices generally where applicable and as deem fit.
• Proactively performed troubleshooting and implementation of network, system hardware and software support as demanded and recommended.
Monurent Nigeria Ltd.
Position held: I.T Systems Support & Administrator (May 2019 – February 2020)
• Assigned different users accordingly on Active Directory and doling out strategies to same
• Supported different users in the implementation of the IT approach and IT related standard working systems.
• Assisted in executing new system innovations, maintenance and gear move outs and general equipment proactive upkeep as per techniques and schedules.
• Installed operating systems and troubleshooted various PC faults (hardware and software) and changing various parts where necessary.
• Proactively performed troubleshooting and implementation of network, system hardware and software support as at when due.
Sinet Technologies/Deli Foods Nigeria Ltd.
Position held: IT Support Engineer (August 2016 – April 2018)
• Performed PC configuration and installation, identify, diagnose and resolve problems for users - software applications, Operating System and ERP.
• Created and maintained various domains assigned for various departments on required devices.
• Performed regular hardware upgrades and software updates on required devices, departments and generally where applicable.
• Assigned various users to domains on Active Directory and assigning policies to same
• Supported other units in the enforcement of the IT policy and IT related standard operating procedures.
• Assisted in implementing new network technologies, software and equipment roll outs and general hardware proactive maintenance in accordance with procedures and schedules
• Diagnosed and resolved end-user network problems, supporting local and mobile devices in-site and maintain accurate and descriptive log of all reported incidents and requests. Achievements
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Securishield Solutions.
Position held: Data Analyst. (December 2015 – August 2016)
• Generated, analyzed, and gave proper interpretations to clients’ fleet reports.
• Oversaw tracking device installations with technicians and troubleshooting as required.
• Carried out installation documentation process and client training after device installation. Sean Cussons Consulting Owerri, Imo State.
Position held: IT Support Engineer. (June 2015 - September 2015)
• Installed network and computer systems.
• Maintained, repaired and upgraded network and computer systems.
• Diagnosed and fixed problems or potential problems with the network and its hardware
• Monitored network and systems to improve performance.
• Ensured computer security, network security and a virus free IT environment. Nigeria Christian Corpers’ Fellowship, Imo State Chapter (NYSC). Position held: President. (April 2014 - June 2015)
• Ensured productive teamwork, planning and organizing of people, projects and programs across the state and coordinated programs approved by the executives.
• Mentored corps members on personal development, drove partnership and strategic alliances required for special projects, conceptualized and developed projects. Fruitful Vine Computer Institute Badagry, Lagos State (PRE-NYSC) Position held: ICT Technician/Facilitator (August 2011 - March 2014)
• Taught and gave practical illustrations to students on the use of Microsoft Office Suites, desktop publishing, computer peripherals and other components.
• Ensured all computer systems (desktops and laptops - hardware and software) and other IT related gadgets (printer, scanner etc.) and network were in good working condition always.
• Carried out operating system installation and reinstallation, network configuration, system formatting and also carried other students along while performing all these.
• Was part of the team at Sinet that implemented a 2 days Datacenter migration for a top tier Oil and Gas Company in the country.
• Upgraded the network infrastructure at Monurent from radio 5Mbps to Fiber 10Mbps.
• Recommended and upgraded the system configurations from Intel Centrino to Intel Core i5-9th Generation.
• Implemented a central wireless printing solution at Skool Media which cut on transitioning time, paper cost reduction and staff effectiveness.
• Also ensured the network infrastructure was upgraded from Mikrotik RB-2011 to a TP-Link Archer C- 4000 Triband Router and from 10Mbps to 25Mbps which enhanced network coverage, staff productivity and response time to network based tasks.
• Recommended and upgraded the system configurations/hardware for locations from Intel Celeron and Atom to Intel Core i3-10th Generation with adequate RAM.
• Upgraded the existing Windows Server from Windows Server 2008R2 to Windows Server 2019 which aided more robust functionality and patch support.
• Reviewed and updated the I.T Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) and ensured security awareness, hardware and software solutions, network infrastructure and server management were well highlighted.
• Ability to work with, install and reinstall Microsoft Windows 11, 10, 8.1, 8, 7, Vista, XP, MAC and other Linux based OS.
• Ability to work with and configure various routers, switches and AP (Netgear, Linksys, D-link, Mikrotik, Ubiquiti, TP-Link etc.), Windows Server Administration, web management and support, system and network administration, VPN and VOIP support.
• Ability to work hard, pay attention to details and deliver with minimum down time.
• Ability to grasp new ideas and integrate them into results, productive team playing skills and excellent human relation skills.
• Flexible, quick to pick up new skills, eager to learn from others, excellent communication and interpersonal relationship skills.
References will be provided upon request.