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BENEDICTA AKPOKA

ACCRA

Summary

Successful at completing new installations, updates and configuration of network components. Experienced in setting up devices, troubleshooting issues and optimizing settings. Network Technician experienced in LAN/WAN design, installation and management in production environments. Great technical team member with positive attitude contributing high levels of expertise in network infrastructure and troubleshooting.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

NETWORK TECHNICIAN

SUPER TECH LIMITED
02.2022 - Current
  • Configuring and installing various network devices and services (eg Cisco Routers, Ruckus, Cisco/Hp switches, Fortigate firewalls, APs)

ADMINISTRATOR

MrCart Delivery Service
09.2021 - 01.2022

NSS PERSONNEL (ADMINISTRATOR)

Ashanti Regional Coordinating Council (ARCC)
10.2020 - 08.2021
  • Writing speeches, letters and taking care of other clerical duties.

INTERN

Qodehub Llc, Accra
06.2018 - 08.2018

INTERN

Psyphertxt
05.2017 - 07.2017

Education

A1 - French

Alliance Francais
Accra
03.2024

AWS - CLOUD COMPUTING

ALX
Accra
05.2023

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

KWAME NKRUMAH UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
08.2020

Skills

  • Network Troubleshooting
  • Technical Support
  • User Training
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Helpdesk Administration
  • Network Configuration
  • Cloud Computing
  • Network Support
  • Network Monitoring

Certification

  • CCNP ENCOR - Cisco Certified Network Professional (Enterprise Network Core Technologies SPECIALIST)
  • Amazon Web Services Cloud Practitioner
  • Fortinet Network Security Expert Level 3
  • Fortinet Network Security Expert Level 2
  • Fortinet Network Security Expert Level 1
  • CCNA - Cisco Certified Network Associate

Accomplishments

  • Successfully configured and integrated the OMNIBSIC HQ and Branches WAN setup.
  • Partnered with the Cyberhawk team to execute a Proof of Concept (POC) for FortiNAC at GCB, involving the configuration of network devices from diverse vendors such as HP, Cisco, Huawei, and Ruckus.
  • Successfully segmented Non-domain internet access from the Domain internet access in STL LAN Network.
  • Delivered training sessions for GCB personnel in Accra and Kumasi, aimed at enhancing their understanding of the services and devices offered by our organization.
  • Teamed up with the Cyberhawk unit to set up ISE (802.1x) on an Hp 5800 series switch.
  • Individually implemented a LAN network for the Amandi Oil Jetty, employing Ruckus switches and access points.

Work References

REFERENCES: COULD BE PROVIDED UPON REQUEST

Languages

English
French
Beginner (A1)

Timeline

NETWORK TECHNICIAN

SUPER TECH LIMITED
02.2022 - Current

ADMINISTRATOR

MrCart Delivery Service
09.2021 - 01.2022

NSS PERSONNEL (ADMINISTRATOR)

Ashanti Regional Coordinating Council (ARCC)
10.2020 - 08.2021

INTERN

Qodehub Llc, Accra
06.2018 - 08.2018

INTERN

Psyphertxt
05.2017 - 07.2017

A1 - French

Alliance Francais

AWS - CLOUD COMPUTING

ALX

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

KWAME NKRUMAH UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
  • CCNP ENCOR - Cisco Certified Network Professional (Enterprise Network Core Technologies SPECIALIST)
  • Amazon Web Services Cloud Practitioner
  • Fortinet Network Security Expert Level 3
  • Fortinet Network Security Expert Level 2
  • Fortinet Network Security Expert Level 1
  • CCNA - Cisco Certified Network Associate
BENEDICTA AKPOKA