Network/Telecom Manager of 10+ years of Experience

WAHEED OYEDEJI OLANIPEKUN

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PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

I am an ICT Manager with close to 20 years of post-graduation experience in Digital Technology Industry and competencies in Internetworking, Cybersecurity, Hardware Support, Internet of Things and Project Management. I have, in the last 12 years, occupied different leadership positions and have taken on assignments including solution design & support, project management, anchoring training sessions, leading workshops, tendering, contract negotiation and business development. CORE TECHNICAL SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

Protocols: BGP, MPLS, OSPF, EIGRP, TCP, UDP, VPN, IPSec, GRE, QoS, SNMP, SMTP, etc

Cisco Hardware: ASR Routers, Catalysts & Nexus Switches, Firewalls, CCME, VLAN, etc

Operating System: - Linux (RedHat, Ubuntu, Anaconda), Windows (95 – 11, Servers 2003-19)

Programming Language: - Python, HTML, CSS, Visual Basic, BASIC, etc

Collaboration Tools: - Cisco WebEx, Google Meet, Zoom, Microsoft Team, Go-To-Webinar.

VoIP - VoIP - Cisco CME support, Phone Installation and Configurations (Cisco, Alcatel)

Internet of Things (IoT) – Ingenu RPMA, TELTONIKA, Cisco LORA, MODBUS, OPC, MQTT, etc

Security: Juniper, Sophos, Fortinet, Barracuda Firewalls, Anti-Viruses (McAfee, Symantec, etc)

Cloud Computing – Microsoft Azure, MS365, AWS, Google Studio, Cisco Nexus

Virtual Servers: - VMware, VirtualBox, Hyper-V

Backup - Windows, Veeam, Vembu.

Applications: - MS Office Suite, Visio, Project, Google Suite, Google Earth, RADIUS, TACACS+, etc

Monitoring: - PRTG, Intermapper, Cacti, SNMPc, AutoNOC, Solarwind, etc

Microwave technologies: Aviat, Ceragon, Redline, Ubiquiti, Allgon, Microtic, Teletronics.

Satellite Communication: SCPC (Comtech, Radyne), TDMA Hubs (iDirect, Gilat, STMI), O3B, etc SOFT, BUSINESS & ENTREPRENEURAL SKILLS

Financial & Budgeting – OPEX/CAPEX, P&L, Financing, etc

Leadership – Team building, Analytical, Problem Solving, Listening, dispassionate.

Effective communication & adept negotiation skills

Customer Care – Very high customer-focus oriented and compassionate

Proposal, tendering/Bidding writing and packaging

Sales, Marketing & business development

Collaboration & Stakeholder Management

Management – Human, Resources, Project & Conflict management EDUCATION & TRAININGS

Master of Business Administration (MBA) – University of Lagos, Nigeria 2015 - 2017

Bachelor of Engineering (Mech. Eng.) - University of Ilorin, Nigeria. 1998 - 2002

CCIE Routing and Switching Bootcamp - Internetwork Expert Inc. USA 2012 - 2012

IoTHeap Software-As-A-Service (SAAS) – SkyPuzzle, 2019 - 2019

Random Phase Multiple Access IoT Training – SkyPuzzle, 2019 - 2019

Project Management Professional (PMP) 2020 - 2020

Usage & Programming of 2-Way Radios & Repeaters – Hytera 2018 - 2018

VSAT Hub Management and Support - Gilat Satellite Network 2009 - 2009

VSAT Hub Management and Support - iDirect Satellite Network 2008 - 2008

TL9000/ISO9001 Quality Assurance & Mgmt System Training - Netcom Africa Limited -

IPv6 & INRM Training – AfriNIC 2018 - 2018

PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS

Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) R&S - (Lab attempts)

Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)

Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)

Cisco SMB Specialization for Account Managers

Cisco SMB Specialization for Engineers

Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP)

Juniper Network Certified Internet Associate (JNCIA)

Juniper Network Certified Internet Specialist – Enterprise Routing (JNCIS_ER)

Juniper Network Certified Internet Specialist – Security (JNCIS_SEC) WORK EXPERIENCE

Upland Consulting Nigeria Limited - Lagos, Nigeria Aug. 2016 –Present Position: General Manager, Projects & Network Support

Oversee the National rollout, expansion, and support of MPLS and RPMA (IoT) networks.

Supervising the deployment, administration, and support of RPMA IoT end-devices.

Being the focal point relating with technical partners, OEMs, and service providers

Providing third level (Tier 3) IT (Network & Systems) technical escalation support.

Supervision of technical design and solution deployment of ICT equipment

Managing ICT budget and regular reporting of ICT Operations.

Working closely with and reporting to the CEO

Upland Consulting Nigeria Limited, Lagos, Nigeria Nov. 2014 - Aug 2016 Position - SNV Program Director

Overseeing and managing Shell National VSAT (SNV) project and network

Managing and supporting Datacom networks

Setting up and presiding over project meetings

Managing technical operation and project budget

Administering and supporting Network Management Systems (NMS)

Engaging and managing project and operational stakeholders.

Regular reporting technical and project related matters to the MD/COO Upland Consulting Nigeria Limited, Lagos, Nigeria Sept 2010 - Nov. 2014 Position - Network Engineering Manager

Leading network planning, design, deployment, and Support

Supervising and coordinating network security

Providing technical support to the VoIP network

Leading complex technical problem troubleshooting and resolution

Relating with technical partners, OEMs, and service providers

Managing Asset Tracking solution’s administration, deployment, and support

Direct reporting to the MD/COO on all technical and operational matters. West African Ventures (WAVentures) Limited, Lagos, Nigeria Dec. 2009 to Sept 2010 Position - IT/Network Coordinator

Supporting company’s LAN/WAN networks

Managing IT infrastructures including the servers and other hardware

Deploying and supporting NMS

Supporting AD, MS Exchange Mail server and other servers

Configuration and support of network infrastructure like routers, firewalls, switches & servers.

Reporting to the IT Manager

Netcom Africa Limited, Lagos, Nigeria Aug 2007 – Nov 2009 Position - Network/NOC Engineer

Supporting network with Cisco and Juniper equipment

Monitoring and troubleshooting network and clients’ issues

Compilation of network performance reports

Providing remote customer support services

Leading projects and working with team members for successful project execution.

Reporting to Network Operation Center (NOC) Manager SIOtel Nigeria Limited, Lagos, Nigeria Jan.2006 – Aug 2007 Position - Network Administrator

Setting up and supporting network

Administering Windows and Linux servers

Installation and configuration of network equipment

Providing user and LAN/WAN support across the company

Regular reporting to the Operational Manager

Wave Networks Limited, Aug.2003 – Dec.2005

Position - Network Engineer

Providing Tier 1 network support

Deploying and supporting Microwave links

Setting up and managing the bandwidth manager

Providing LAN/WAN support to ensure optimum service availability AWARDS & RECOGNITIONS

The most Innovative & Productive Executive – Upland

The Most Dedicated and Committed Staff – Upland

The Best Project Team Lead – SNV Project by Upland

Most Reliable & Innovative Engineer of the year – Netcom Africa

The most Outstanding ICT Engineer – WAVentures

EXCEPTIONAL/LANDMARK TECHNICAL SOLUTIONS/PROJECT DELIVERIES

Leading deployment of the first and only RPMA-based Internet of Things (IoT) network in Africa.

Design and deployment of the first private International Internet connection using BGP Peering.

Deployment of network and security infrastructure for the largest cement factory in Africa.

Delivering the first and most reliable Wellhead and pipeline performance monitoring IoT solution for Shell Petroleum Development Company, Nigeria and Seplat Energy Plc. REFEREES

Available on request

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