Ezekiel Badawu
Work Preference
Overview
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Certification
Work History
Peer IT Support / Technical Exposure
- Assisted peers in troubleshooting system issues, installing software, and configuring development environments
- Provided basic network troubleshooting support
- Configured development environments for programming projects
IT Support Specialist Intern
Ghana National Fire Service
03.2026 - Current
• Resolved 10+ weekly IT support issues across hardware, software, and network systems, improving staff productivity and reducing downtime
• Installed, configured, and maintained computer systems, printers, and other IT equipment
• Diagnosed and resolved LAN/Wi-Fi connectivity issues, restoring network access and minimizing operational disruptions.
• Managed user accounts and enforced access control policies, aligning with least-privilege security principles
• Performed routine system updates, antivirus checks, and basic cybersecurity practices
• Helped document IT processes, issues, and solutions for future reference
• Collaborated with the IT team to ensure smooth day-to-day operations
Education
B.Sc. - Computer Science (Cyber Security Option)
Ghana Communication Technology University
Skills
- Python
- Bash
- Nmap
- Wireshark
- OWASP ZAP
- Technical troubleshooting
- Problem-solving
- Verbal and written communication
Certification
- Cisco Cybersecurity Essentials, 2026-01-01
- Google Cybersecurity Certificate (In Progress), 2026-01-01
- Forage Mastercard Cybersecurity Job simulation, 2026-01-01
Leadership Experience
- Cadet, FORCES SHTS, BURMA-CAMP, Led and supervised cadet formations and ceremonial drills, Coordinated team discipline, structure, and operational readiness
- Youth President, PRAISE CHAPEL GHANA, KOTOKU, MEDIE, Demonstrated leadership, accountability, and strategic organization skills, Lead planning and execution of events and community initiatives, Provide mentorship and organizational leadership
Academic Team Projects
- Secure Access Control Configuration Lab, Linux CLI, ACL, Configured Linux user groups and implemented file permissions and ACLs to control system access, Conducted access testing to verify security enforcement, Improved understanding of practical system security implementation
- Portfolio Website Development, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Designed and developed a responsive personal portfolio website to showcase technical projects and skills, Demonstrated front-end development and version control usage
- PhishGuard – Phishing Awareness & Detection Simulation, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Understand phishing attack vectors and identify red flags, Learn URL spoofing techniques and improve phishing detection awareness
Timeline
IT Support Specialist Intern
Ghana National Fire Service
03.2026 - Current
B.Sc. - Computer Science (Cyber Security Option)
Ghana Communication Technology University