Network Engineer Data

PERSONAL STATEMENT

An enthusiastic and result-driven Packet Core Network professional with over 6 years working experience in the design, deployment and support of LAN/WAN & Telecommunications infrastructure, comfortable working on multiple vendor equipments. Extensive knowledge of 3gpp protocols and experience working on large-scale projects many of which involved the deployment and support of turnkey solutions for major telecommunication carriers.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

•Switching Technology Ethernet, 802.1Q (VLAN), Spanning Tree, Frame Relay

•Routing Technology OSPF, EIGPR, RIP, VRRP, BGP

•Internet Protocol NAT, HTTP, FTP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs

•3GPP Protocols GTP, DIAMETER, SCTP, SS7, SIP, RADIUS

•Operating Systems Windows, Linux OS

•Tools & Packages Wireshark, PRTG, Grafana, NetBOSS, VMware, AWS

•Networking Platforms Cisco, Huawei, Ericsson, Juniper

•Telecommunication S/P-GW, GGSN, SAPC, HSS, DNS, SGSN, MME, CSCF, AMF, SMF, UPF, DRA,

•Mobile Network Technology Understanding of 3GPP specs for 5G,CUPS, LTE, UMTS, IMS,VoIP technologies

•Cybersecurity Knowledge of risk management, cybersecurity control, (IT) security

principals and methods & Business continuity/disaster recovery

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

MTN NIGERIA COMMUNICATIONS PLC Oct 2018 – Oct 2020

Packet Core Network Engineer

•Analyzed and provided information on bandwidth usage, user application/experience and critical upgrades on the Mobile Data Network

•Operations and management of Telecom packet core elements such as SGSN-MME,S/P-GW, DNS,DRA,PCRF.

•Implemented over 100 outbound and inbound roaming partnership with other operators; this in turn increased roaming partnership by 50% and generated more business revenue

•Coordinated routine maintenance of Packet Switches in line with standard policies and procedures.

•Coordinated the implementation of Mobile Data Network planning functions to achieve the quality and key performance indicators (KPI), as well as marketing and sales target defined by the business

•Carried out integration of all Packet Core Nodes with over 50 corresponding peer Network elements, this in turn generated more revenue for the business

•Regular monitoring and report of current and projected traffic levels on packet core network element using tools like PRTG and Grafana

•Developed and provided support for execution of over 100 test plans and completion of functional ATP test cases

•Supported relevant units to develop the required contractual documents for Mobile Data projects, ensuring Mobile Data projects are implemented in accordance with the agreed plan and strategy

•Developed optimal and cost-effective Mobile data Network strategy for MTNN, ensuring Mobile Data projects match marketing and sales requirements

LM ERICSSON (Nigeria) Limited Feb 2018-Oct 2018

Packet Core Network Engineer

•Performed regular health check and backup of all packet core nodes

•Performed troubleshooting of inbound and outbound roaming related escalations

•Deployment, Integration, configuration and troubleshooting of Data Network Elements.

•Handled all internet service issues by coordinating all concerned parties to achieve permanent resolution

•Performed Software & Patch upgrade activity/License utilization analysis and modification of Data Network Elements

•Implementation of Network changes with peer customer’s Operation team.

Huawei Technologies Company, Lagos, Nigeria Oct 2014- Jan 2018

Packet Core Network Engineer

•Carried out troubleshooting and resolution of data network related issues in timely manner

•Resolved software and hardware troubleshooting and upgrading process

•Implementation of Network changes with peer customer’s Operation team.

•Performed maintenance of all packet switching nodes

•Performed deployment, integration, configuration and troubleshooting of Data Network Elements

Education

Humber College

Certificate in IT Infrastructure 2020

University of Lagos, Akoka, Nigeria

B.Sc. Systems Engineering 2012

(Equivalent to Canadian 4-year bachelor’s degree, as evaluated by WES)

Yaba College of Technology, Lagos State, Nigeria

National Diploma Mechanical Engineering 2008

Certifications & Professional Development

CSX Cybersecurity Training Program In Progress

Juniper Networks Certified Internet Associate ( JNCIA ) 2020

NFV Technology Training and CloudMSE Operation and Maintenance Training 2019

Network Products Hardware Installation 2015

Awards

•Huawei Future Star Award (2015, 2016).

•Certificate of Excellence 2008 (University of Lagos)

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