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Meshack Delali Hohome

Meshack Delali Hohome

Accra

Summary

I am a highly experienced IT professional with a broad background in the field. My IT career has enabled me to hone my communication, cooperation, and leadership skills. I also have a comprehensive understanding of troubleshooting and administering computer systems. With 7 plus years of experience in Information Technology, I am confident I will excel in any role I take on.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
3
3
Certificate

Work History

System Administrator

SIC LIFE SAVINGS & LOANS
Accra
01.202 - Current
  • I supervised and administered the servers in the data center, carrying out tasks such as bios configuration, HPE Life cycle updates and troubleshooting.
  • I facilitated the setup of a centralized Active Directory Domain Controller which allowed for the management of users across seven branches nationwide. This enabled the organization to reduce costs associated with running multiple on-premise Active Directories at each branch.
  • I deployed a centralized Kaspersky antivirus server to manage security across user computers. I ensured that the server was properly configured and that all user computers were connected to it. I regularly monitored the server for malicious activity and performed scans to make sure the user computers were secure. This enabled me to effectively protect the user computers from threats and malicious activity.
  • In addition to managing and monitoring the email server, I was also in charge of mail security, deploying SSL certificates through Microsoft IIS, and so on.
  • As part of a team project, I worked on a Data Recovery (DR) site, deploying a central backup server to sync Core Banking data and email data with secure open-source technology, which offered cost savings.
  • I deployed an efficient help-desk system (Zammad Help-Desk - Linux) that drastically improved the rate of user issue resolution and streamlined operations.
  • Researched, recommended, configured and supported hardware and software for multiple departments.
  • Determined and alleviated hardware, software and network issues.
  • Managed email routing and internal message protocols to support reliable delivery of communications.
  • Orchestrated and oversaw upgrades to system hardware and software.
  • Managed day-to-day storage equipment administration to promote optimal system asset application.
  • Assessed latest innovations to recommend and adopt cost-effective, useful solutions.
  • Oversaw storage management, data migration, backups and drive replacements.

  • Set up user accounts, permissions and passwords and defined network policies and procedures.
  • Monitored application and print servers, rapidly responding to faults and malfunctions.

Database & Core Banking Application Support

FIRSTRUST SAVINGS & LOANS
Accra
02.2017 - 01.2019
  • I managed and administered an Oracle Database, making precise adjustments to data structures to optimize performance and response time.
  • I have experience with the installation and setup of multiple databases, including Oracle, Microsoft SQL Server, and MySQL. etc.
  • I have generated backup and recovery plans and protocols based on industry-standard best practices, and ensured that the necessary steps are followed throughout the organization.
  • I have troubleshot databases to identify areas of inefficiency and implemented standard remedies through best practices.
  • I have written and optimized scripts to query databases and retrieve information.
  • I have effectively run and monitored the end-of-day process in a core-banking application to ensure system readiness for the following workday.
  • Performed quality assurance processes to support data warehouse improvements.
  • Worked with software vendors to analyze and resolve software installation and ongoing support issues.

IT Officer

FIRSTRUST SAVINGS & LOANS
Accra
01.2016 - 01.2017
  • Identified and acted on opportunities to improve and update software and systems.
  • Maintained strong knowledge of applicable regulations to guarantee that designs, operations and IT systems met those requirements.
  • Provided company users with tech support for IT problems and account maintenance.
  • Managed backup, user account and helpdesk systems.
  • Evaluated organization's technology to recommend upgrades for hardware and software.
  • Maintained knowledge of advances in information technology systems and applications.
  • Recommended hardware and software acquisitions to help users assess needs and justify equipment and services.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Information Technology

Ghana Technology University College
Accra-Ghana
08.2016

WASSCE - General Science

Obuasi Secondary Technical School
Obuasi - Ashanti Region
06.2009

Skills

  • Problem solving, critical thinking & Good Communication skills
  • Microsoft suit (Word, Excel, Power, Visio etc)
  • Active Directory
  • Network support
  • Mail server managment
  • Decision Making
  • Training and Development
  • Technical Support
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Server Administration (Microsoft Windows & Linux)
  • Microsoft SQL Server
  • Team Collaboration
  • Adaptability
  • Project Management
  • Virtualization Technologies (Hyper V, Proxmox, VMware, Virtual Box etc)
  • Disaster Recovery
  • Virus Protection
  • Performance Monitoring and Optimization
  • Hardware Expertise

Languages

English
First Language

Timeline

Database & Core Banking Application Support

FIRSTRUST SAVINGS & LOANS
02.2017 - 01.2019

IT Officer

FIRSTRUST SAVINGS & LOANS
01.2016 - 01.2017

Bachelor of Science - Information Technology

Ghana Technology University College

WASSCE - General Science

Obuasi Secondary Technical School

System Administrator

SIC LIFE SAVINGS & LOANS
01.202 - Current

Certification

  • MANAGING SAFEFLY (IOSH), 2019

MacBens Multi Resource

  • Google Technical Support Fundamentals, 2023

Coursera

Work Availability

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Hobbies

In my free time, I enjoy reading up on the latest technological trends by reading technical magazines and articles. Additionally, I love playing video games and taking leisurely walks in the countryside. Keeping up with the latest technology has helped me stay on the cutting edge of Information Technology and has allowed me to stay informed of the latest advancements.

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