Frederick Ohene - Asare
Accra,Ghanna
Summary
Detail-oriented Network Engineer with over 18 years of experience and strong background in network technologies and security. Accomplished network developer with proven success in designing and implementing business technology solutions. Focused on maintaining network security to provide customers with safe data management.
Experienced Network Engineer with knack for solving complex network issues and improving infrastructure stability. Enhanced network performance through streamlined configurations and proactive maintenance, resulting in reduced downtime and increased user satisfaction. Skilled in implementing security measures that ensure data integrity and protect against breaches.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work history
Network Engineer and System Administrator
SIC Life Insurance Company
Accra, Ghana
05.2025 - Current
- Reconfigure Network systems following best practices improving overall efficiency.
- Optimize network performance by troubleshooting and resolving complex technical issues.
- Conduct routine audits on network usage to ensure compliance with company policies and regulations.
- Design efficient network structures for enhanced data flow and communication.
- Reduce downtime through regular monitoring and proactive system checks.
- Install hardware components, ensuring optimal operation of the network infrastructure.
- Configured routers, switches and firewalls to deploy and support LAN, WAN and wireless networks.
- Provided smooth communications by configuring LAN technology, wireless access points and controllers.
- Designed servers, routers and hardware to achieve network demands.
- Maintained server performance with attention to both hardware and software needs.
- Optimis network performance by continuously assessing best configuration practices.
IT Support Analyst
SIC Life Insurance Company Limited
Accra, Ghana
04.2018 - 01.2025
- Implemented IT solutions at the assigned branches of SIC Life for operational efficiency.
- Maintained up-to-date technologies for better problem resolution at assigned branches.
- Resolved system IT related issues and errors with comprehensive diagnostic tests at assigned branches of SIC Life.
Network Engineer and System Administrator
SIC Life Insurance Company Limited
Accra, Ghana
11.2007 - 12.2016
- Optimise network performance by troubleshooting and resolving complex technical issues.
- Install hardware components, ensuring optimal operation of the network infrastructure.
- Reduce downtime through regular monitoring and proactive system checks.
- Improve overall system stability with preventative maintenance measures.
- Configure routers, switches and firewalls to deploy and support LAN, WAN and wireless networks.
- Optimise network operation through focused configuration and monitoring.
- Provide smooth communications by configuring LAN technology, wireless access points and controllers.
- Designed servers, routers and hardware to achieve network demands.
- Secured network systems by establishing and enforcing access control policies.
- Tracked network and telephony devices for performance and load threshold metering.
- Installed network equipment like routers and switches, improving connectivity across the organisation.
- Controlled access to computer network, setting up accounts and access levels.
Computer Network and System Administrator
Jummed Group
Accra, Ghana
11.2002 - 10.2007
- Monitored network performance to identify problems and target solutions in advance of major incidents.
- Investigated problems with hardware and software to trace faults.
- Implemented software and hardware upgrades to boost system speed.
- Correct system errors to ensure optimal functionality.
IT Technician
Freelance IT Technician
Accra, Ghana
04.2002 - 11.2002
- Installed, maintained, and repaired hardware components, ensuring optimal functionality.
- Installed operating systems and applications, maintaining a high level of reliability.
- Troubleshot network connectivity issues, restoring normal operations quickly.
Education
Master of Science - Information Technology
KNUST
Kumasi, Ashanti Region 11.2022 - 11.2024
Master of Science - Digital Forensics and Cyber Security
GIMPA
09.2025 -
Certificate of Higher Education - Cyber Security and Digital Forensics
KNUST
Kumasi, Ashanti Region 10.2023 - 11.2023
Advanced Certificate - Cyber Security and Digital Forensics
KNUST
Kumasi, Ashanti Region 11.2023 - 11.2023
Certificate of Higher Education - CISCO Network Administration
GIMPA
Achimota, Greater Accra Region 11.2013 - 02.2014
Certificate of Higher Education - CISCO Network Professional
GIMPA
Achimota, Greater Accra RegionCertificate of Higher Education - CISCO Network Professional
GIMPA
Achimota, Greater Accra Region 02.2015 - 03.2015
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Catholic University of Ghana
Sunyani . Ghana 09.2008 - 03.2012
Skills
- IP addressing and routing
- Knowledge of cisco systems
- Network cabling knowledge
- Networking concepts understanding
- WANs and LANs familiarity
- Ethernet switches setup
- Routers and Switches experience
- Wireless communication understanding
- Cybersecurity protocols
- WLAN installation
- Nextgen firewalls
- Firewall administration
- VoIP design
- Network configuration
- Web content filtering solutions
- Network troubleshooting
Languages
English
Fluent
Affiliations
- Playing Basketball
- Reading
- Listening to music
Timeline
Master of Science - Digital Forensics and Cyber Security
GIMPA
09.2025 -
Network Engineer and System Administrator
SIC Life Insurance Company
05.2025 - Current
Advanced Certificate - Cyber Security and Digital Forensics
KNUST
11.2023 - 11.2023
Certificate of Higher Education - Cyber Security and Digital Forensics
KNUST
10.2023 - 11.2023
Master of Science - Information Technology
KNUST
11.2022 - 11.2024
IT Support Analyst
SIC Life Insurance Company Limited
04.2018 - 01.2025
Certificate of Higher Education - CISCO Network Professional
GIMPA
02.2015 - 03.2015
Certificate of Higher Education - CISCO Network Administration
GIMPA
11.2013 - 02.2014
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Catholic University of Ghana
09.2008 - 03.2012
Network Engineer and System Administrator
SIC Life Insurance Company Limited
11.2007 - 12.2016
Computer Network and System Administrator
Jummed Group
11.2002 - 10.2007
IT Technician
Freelance IT Technician
04.2002 - 11.2002
Certificate of Higher Education - CISCO Network Professional
GIMPA