KWASI OBIRI YEBOAH
Accra
Summary
Dynamic IT Manager with a proven track record at Lancaster University Ghana, excelling in network administration and data security. Expert in virtualization technologies and project management, achieving over 10% cost reductions through strategic negotiations. Strong technical leadership and problem-solving skills drive successful IT infrastructure enhancements and user training initiatives.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
IT Manager
Lancaster University Ghana
Accra
05.2022 - Current
- Researched technology industry developments to support management in systems procurement decisions.
- Implemented and updated IT policies for network administration and data security compliance.
- Designed and deployed various network configurations including LANs, WANs, and wireless systems.
- Coordinated hardware and software procurement while overseeing maintenance of existing technology assets.
- Leveraged virtualization technologies like Hyper-V and VMware for effective datacenter management.
- Maintained optimal connectivity across all digital infrastructure including VOIP and Wi-Fi networks.
- Performed regular performance tests to ensure system integrity and address vulnerabilities.
- Managed user access rights while ensuring adherence to established security protocols.
NETWORK /SYSTEMS INFRASTRUCTURE ENGINEER
Margins Group
Accra
03.2018 - 04.2022
- Executed procedures for effective system and network provisioning and maintenance.
- Developed detailed documentation covering cable systems, equipment configurations, and service histories.
- Set up WSUS to deliver updates for multiple Windows operating systems in production environment.
- Utilized PRTG tool to monitor network performance and resolve infrastructure-related issues.
- Maintained reliable connectivity across all servers, workstations, and telecommunication devices.
- Oversaw inventory management of IT assets, ensuring accurate documentation of specifications.
- Established firewall configurations to enhance security and availability of network functions.
- Implemented Security Onion IDS to identify vulnerabilities and enforce necessary remediation measures.
NETWORK AND SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR
Projeckt David Construction Company Limited
Kumasi
01.2012 - 01.2016
- Updated software with latest security patches to enhance network security measures.
- Supervised design, installation, and optimization of LANs alongside system hardware configurations.
- Maintained WAN and LAN networks encompassing VLANs, servers, routers, and switches.
- Managed end-user accounts and access rights to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Researched technology products resulting in over 10% cost reductions through negotiations.
- Provided necessary end-user training to facilitate effective system utilization.
- Assisted development of disaster recovery policies and procedures for risk management.
- Configured hardware while addressing user configuration challenges efficiently.
TECHNICAL SUPPORT SPECIALIST
IMAS Company Ltd
Accra
01.2009 - 01.2011
- Company Overview: consulting firm to the MiDA
- Collaborated with team Lead to assess network capacity needs
- Installed Cat 5e cables for intermediate and end user devices
- Created and maintained database for 150 farmers in the MiDA intervention zone
- Configured routers to the internet
- Maintained documentation as it related to network, security, and service records
- Set up a local windows network for printers
- Oversaw new and existing equipment hardware, software and anti-virus set up and upgrades
- Consulting firm to the MiDA
Education
Postgraduate Diploma - Information Technology
GIMPA
07-2025
Diploma - Network Engineering
NIIT
01.2010
BSc Degree - Agriculture
University of Cape Coast
07-2006
Skills
- Dell PowerEdge R720sd R660xs
- Dell PowerEdge M1000e
- Active Directory Linux DNS DHCP
- VMware Hyper-V Proxmox
- Firewalls [Cisco, FortiGate, SonicWall, Sophos, Mikrotik, Pfsense]
- Routing EIGRP ospf
- Switching VLANs vrfs hsrp
- Ssh Port security vrrp
- Fiber SFP 5 GB 10 GB DAC
- Access points (FortiAPs, UniFi)
- Storage (Synology, TrueNAS)
- Monitoring Chkmk Zabbix CCTV
- Systems security Wazuh
- Inventory [Snipe IT iTop
- Network administration
- Data security
- Project management
- Technical documentation
- User training
- Systems troubleshooting
- Infrastructure monitoring
- Collaboration skills
- Application support
- Technical leadership
- IT service management
- Enterprise architecture
- Risk mitigation planning
- Technical support oversight
- IT procurement
- Information confidentiality
- Digital solutions
- IT infrastructure
- Cybersecurity best practices
- Disaster recovery
- IT budgeting
- Cybersecurity management
- BYOD program administration
- Operating system management
- Information security
- Technical troubleshooting
- Infrastructure development
- Problem-solving
- IT policy development
- Active listening
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Department management
- Risk management
- User training
- Systems troubleshooting
- Collaboration skills
- Application support
- Technical leadership
- IT service management
- Enterprise architecture
- Risk mitigation planning
- Technical support oversight
- IT procurement
- Information confidentiality
- Digital solutions
- IT infrastructure
- Cybersecurity best practices
- Technical onboarding design
- Disaster recovery
- IT budgeting
- Cybersecurity management
- IT asset management
- Virtualization
- BYOD program administration
- Operating system management
- Information security
- Technical troubleshooting
- Infrastructure development
- Problem-solving
- IT policy development
- Active listening
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Department management
- Risk management
Certification
- Certified Professional Ethical Hacker (CPEH), 2025
- Cisco Certified Network Specialist (CCNP/CCIE Enterprise Core 350-401), in progress
- Mikrotik Certified Network Associate (MTCNA), January 21, 2024
- Network forensics and incident response, Kofi Annan International Peacekeeping Centre (E-crime Bureau), August 26, 2022
- Fortinet Certified Network Security Associate, Fortinet, July 25, 2020
- Network Security Specialist Certificate, International Cyber Security Institute (ICSI), May 14, 2020
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), Cisco, April 17, 2019
- Server Administrator Certificate, Cybrary, 2016-04-05
Timeline
IT Manager
Lancaster University Ghana
05.2022 - Current
NETWORK /SYSTEMS INFRASTRUCTURE ENGINEER
Margins Group
03.2018 - 04.2022
NETWORK AND SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR
Projeckt David Construction Company Limited
01.2012 - 01.2016
TECHNICAL SUPPORT SPECIALIST
IMAS Company Ltd
01.2009 - 01.2011
Postgraduate Diploma - Information Technology
GIMPA
Diploma - Network Engineering
NIIT
BSc Degree - Agriculture
University of Cape Coast
Similar Profiles
Mubarak MojereolaMubarak Mojereola
SRC Presidential Candidate at Lancaster University GhanaSRC Presidential Candidate at Lancaster University Ghana
DAVID JOBSON MITCHUALDAVID JOBSON MITCHUAL
Information Technology Office (HOD) at Jhpiego Ghana - Johns Hopkins University AffiliateInformation Technology Office (HOD) at Jhpiego Ghana - Johns Hopkins University Affiliate
Paige MoodyPaige Moody
Undergraduate Coordinator at Lancaster Medical School, Lancaster UniversityUndergraduate Coordinator at Lancaster Medical School, Lancaster University
Michael Atsu AmetamehMichael Atsu Ametameh
Manager, Service Acquisition at Halges Financial Technologies Ltd (Korba)Manager, Service Acquisition at Halges Financial Technologies Ltd (Korba)
David AfolayanDavid Afolayan
Professional Photographer at David AfolayanProfessional Photographer at David Afolayan