About
Highly skilled Network and Cloud Engineer with practical experience in designing, deploying, and optimizing multi-vendor enterprise networks and cloud infrastructures across Cisco, Huawei, and MikroTik platforms. Proven ability to troubleshoot complex systems, implement robust security features, and drive significant improvements in network reliability and scalability. Accomplished technical instructor with over 600 students trained in networking and cloud engineering, committed to leveraging expertise to enhance system performance and foster technical talent.
Work
Winest Research Group FUTMinna
|AI Research Assistant
Minna, Niger State, Nigeria
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Summary
Conducted data cleaning, analysis, and text classification using Python libraries and the PyTorch framework, contributing to advanced AI research initiatives.
Highlights
Performed extensive data cleaning, analysis, and visualization using Pandas, ensuring data integrity and facilitating insightful research outcomes.
Utilized NumPy for efficient numerical computing and complex data processing tasks in AI models.
Provided training and support on GitHub and Git commands, enhancing version control and collaborative development within the research group.
Developed and implemented BERT-based text classification models using the PyTorch framework, advancing natural language processing capabilities.
Federal University of Technology Minna
|ICT Academy Instructor
Minna, Niger State, Nigeria
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Summary
Delivered comprehensive technical training in networking, cloud engineering, and wireless technologies, fostering skill development and certification success for over 600 students.
Highlights
Delivered structured training in networking, cloud engineering, and wireless technologies to over 600 students, achieving high learning outcomes.
Prepared comprehensive training materials and practical lab exercises, enhancing student engagement and hands-on skill development.
Mentored students for Huawei ICT competitions and other vendor certification exams, leading to significant success, including a First Prize in the Global Final.
Simplified complex networking concepts, improving comprehension and retention for effective learning outcomes across diverse student groups.
FUTMinna
|Network Engineer – Network Infrastructure Upgrade Project
Minna, Niger State, Nigeria
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Summary
Led critical phases of the Federal University Of Technology Minna Network Planning And Infrastructure Upgrade project, enhancing network reliability and performance through strategic redesign and device migration.
Highlights
Participated in the comprehensive planning and redesign of the university network infrastructure, contributing to a 100% successful migration from legacy configurations.
Supported the replacement of outdated network devices and facilitated the migration to a new, optimized network design, improving overall system efficiency.
Collaborated with the project team to significantly enhance network reliability, scalability, and infrastructure performance through strategic upgrades.
Provided crucial support in troubleshooting, testing, and documentation, ensuring seamless execution and stability during the ongoing network upgrade project.
Bootcamp
|Cloud Engineering Trainee
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Summary
Designed, deployed, and migrated cloud-based applications and infrastructure, leveraging virtual machines, containers, and managed services to build scalable and secure environments.
Highlights
Designed and deployed cloud-based web applications utilizing virtual machines, managed databases, container services, and advanced cloud networking solutions.
Migrated on-premises data center workloads to scalable cloud-based architectures, simulating complex application environments.
Deployed Java and LAMP applications with MySQL databases across single-server and multi-tier cloud architectures, optimizing performance and scalability.
Containerized applications using Docker and deployed workloads on Kubernetes, leveraging cloud container repositories for efficient management.
Configured comprehensive cloud networking and security features, including VPCs, VPC peering, VPN connectivity, security groups, Network ACLs, and IAM policies.
Implemented monitoring, logging, alarm notification, and application performance monitoring using cloud-native observability services, enhancing system reliability.
Huawei Technologies Nigeria Limited
|Network Engineer Intern
Abuja, FCT, Nigeria
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Summary
Spearheaded the deployment and configuration of Wi-Fi 6 infrastructure and network security features across multiple government sites, significantly reducing network downtime.
Highlights
Conducted detailed site surveys for Wi-Fi 6 upgrade projects and access point deployment, ensuring optimal network coverage and performance.
Supervised the installation of critical network infrastructure components, guaranteeing adherence to technical specifications and project timelines.
Deployed over 500 Wi-Fi 6 access points and integrated them into the iMaster NCE-Campus controller for centralized management, enhancing network control and efficiency.
Configured remote management access on network switches and implemented robust Layer 2 and Layer 3 security features, bolstering network resilience.
Troubleshot complex network connectivity issues, contributing to a measurable reduction in network downtime across all deployed sites.
Education
Federal University of Technology Minna
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Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng)
Mechanical Engineering
Awards
First Prize - Huawei ICT Competition Global Final
Awarded By
Huawei
Awarded for exceptional performance in the global Huawei ICT Competition, demonstrating superior technical skills and problem-solving abilities in networking and cloud technologies.
First Prize - Huawei ICT Competition Southern Africa Regional
Awarded By
Huawei
Secured first prize in the Southern Africa Regional Huawei ICT Competition, showcasing advanced knowledge and practical application of ICT principles.
1st Runner-Up – Network Technology Track
Awarded By
Huawei ICT Competition
Achieved 1st Runner-Up in the Network Technology Track, recognized for outstanding expertise in network design, implementation, and troubleshooting.
Languages
English
Certificates
HCIP-Cloud Service
Issued By
Huawei
HCIP-WLAN
Issued By
Huawei
HCIA-AI
Issued By
Huawei
HCIA-WLAN
Issued By
Huawei
HCIA-Datacom
Issued By
Huawei
HCIA-Cloud Service
Issued By
Huawei
Skills
Networking
DHCP, DNS, VRRP, IPv4, IPv6, OSPF, IS-IS, MPLS, BGP, VXLAN, IPsec, GRE, VPN, LAN/WAN, Wireless Networking.
Network Tools
ENSP, Wireshark, Cisco Packet Tracer, iMaster NCE-Campus.
Cloud
AWS, Azure, Huawei Cloud, Cloud Networking, Infrastructure Deployment, Cloud migration.
Containers and Orchestration
Docker, Kubernetes, Dockerfile, YAML.
Automation and Tools
Ansible, Git, GitHub.
Data and AI
Python, Pandas, NumPy, PyTorch, Tensor, Transformer.
Teaching
Curriculum Development, Technical Training, Mentorship, Lab Development.