Ishmael Baah
Koforidua
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Part-Time Lecturer
Akim State College (Affiliate of Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology)
Akim Oda
2019.08 - Current
- Created instructional and lecture plans for classes in compliance with course objectives.
- Utilized diverse teaching methods, lectures, presentations and class activities to deliver curriculum.
- Collaborated with fellow lecturers to design course contents
- Provided letters of recommendation and other referrals to students pursuing further education programs or postgraduate employment.
- Supervised and graded Students' final year project work
Cyber Security Officer
Upper Manya Kro Rural Bank Ltd
Asesewa
2019.05 - Current
- Prepare and submit cyber security incidents reports to Bank of Ghana and Management
- Setup and operate security operating center to monitor, analyze, detect and cyber incidents on information systems.
- Actively ensure appropriate administrative, physical and technical safeguards are in place to protect bank’s information assets from internal and external threats.
- Followed established security and safety procedures and posted orders to include enforcement of company rules, policies and regulations.
- Addressed problems quickly and reported clear information while working under minimal supervision.
- Review and maintain system documentation, procedures relating to process improvement, business continuity and disaster recovery.
Systems Administrator
Upper Manya Kro Rural Bank Ltd
Asesewa
2013.02 - Current
- Setup, Install and manage Server (Dell PowerEdge & HP Proliant) and Client computers Hardware and Operating Systems.
- Setup and manage Web Server for hosting T24 Core Banking Application.
- Setup and manage Active Directory System, DNS Server, Windows Server Update Services, Windows Deployment Services, Network File Share Services and file transfer protocol, etc.
- Setup, Configure and Manage Network Devices (Cisco Routers, Fortigate Firewall, HP and Cisco switches including VLAN configuration)
- Assist End Users with Efficient Use of T24 Core Banking Systems and Resolve Issues that may Result from Software Defects as Well as user Errors.
- Performed preventive maintenance and upgraded systems to improve network, system and data availability and integrity.
- Installed firewalls and antivirus software to improve cybersecurity.
IT Intern
Air Liquide Gh
Tema
2012.06 - 2013.01
- Assisted team and end-users with hardware and software configuration, setup and troubleshooting to maintain system functions.
- Performed Network and Database Administrative tasks.
- Worked on Project to Clean and Maintain Companies Database (MSSQL) of Gas Cylinders
Registration Officer for Special Duties
Electoral Commission Of Ghana, East Akim Municipal
Akim Tafo
2012.03 - 2012.05
- Took Custody of Biometric Registration Kits
- Set up Biometric Registration Kits Before Registration Commenced at each Registration Centre
- Performed End of Day Activities for Registration Centre and Transferred Bio Data of Applicants to Electoral Commission Headquarters.
National Service Person
Ghana Education Service- Greater Accra Regional Office
Accra
2010.10 - 2011.08
- Troubleshoot Computer Hardware problems in Regional Office
- Offered IT assistance to staff of Regional Office
- Advised Senior Officers of Regional Office on IT issues
- Prepared program and budget for Second Cycle and Basic Schools Sporting events in Greater Accra Region
ICT Students' Lab Assistant
ICT Directorate - University Of Ghana
Legon
2008.04 - 2010.05
- Set up ICT laboratory.
- Monitored and ensured that students conformed to rules and regulations of ICT Centre
- Troubleshoot software and hardware problems during operating hours.
- Assisted students in laboratory.
IT Intern
Omatek Computer (GH) ltd
Accra
2009.07 - 2009.08
- Assembled Desktop Computers
- Performed installation of BIOS, Microsoft Windows Operating System and other Utility Software
- Performed testing of computers before packaging
- Assembled Speakers
IT Intern
State Insurance Company- Ring Road West Branch
Accra
2008.07 - 2008.08
- Assisted team and end-users with hardware and software configuration, setup and troubleshooting to maintain system functions.
Education
Master of Science - Information Technology
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
Kumasi06.2019
Bachelor of Science - Computer Engineering
University of Ghana
Legon05.2010
Senior Secondary School -
St. Augustine's College
Cape Coast08.2005
Skills
- Computer Systems and Network Installation and Management
- Cyber Security Incidence Prevention, Detection and Management
- Disaster Recovery Procedures
- Team Collaboration
- Problem Solving
- Quick Learner
Additional Information
Date Of Birth: 2nd May 1986
Gender: Male
Nationality: Ghanaian
Marital Status: Married
Professional Certificate
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (Routing and Switching)
- Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (2012)
- Certificate in Cyber Intelligence and Forensics
- Certificate in Cyber Security
Referees
- Sqn Ldr Samuel Gyan Opong
Ghana Air Force - Burma Camp
0208000189
- Mr Emmanuel Ephraim Arkoh
Human Resource Manager
Upper Manya Kro Rural Bank Ltd - Asesewa
0555552529
Timeline
Part-Time Lecturer
Akim State College (Affiliate of Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology)
2019.08 - Current
Cyber Security Officer
Upper Manya Kro Rural Bank Ltd
2019.05 - Current
Systems Administrator
Upper Manya Kro Rural Bank Ltd
2013.02 - Current
IT Intern
Air Liquide Gh
2012.06 - 2013.01
Registration Officer for Special Duties
Electoral Commission Of Ghana, East Akim Municipal
2012.03 - 2012.05
National Service Person
Ghana Education Service- Greater Accra Regional Office
2010.10 - 2011.08
IT Intern
Omatek Computer (GH) ltd
2009.07 - 2009.08
IT Intern
State Insurance Company- Ring Road West Branch
2008.07 - 2008.08
ICT Students' Lab Assistant
ICT Directorate - University Of Ghana
2008.04 - 2010.05
Master of Science - Information Technology
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
Bachelor of Science - Computer Engineering
University of Ghana
Senior Secondary School -
St. Augustine's College
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