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Abdallah selemani

Abdallah selemani

Summary

Solid knowledge in information system and communication network maintenance, installation, troubleshooting, administrative support, and user management. Highly effective team player, with proven success in quality control, customer service, technical support, and operations analysis.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

IT Officer

Africa Media Group Ltd
08.2019 - Current
1. Technical Support and Troubleshooting
  • Provide technical support for hardware, software, and network-related issues to staff.
  • Diagnose and resolve technical issues, ensuring minimal downtime.
  • Manage helpdesk requests and document solutions for future reference.
2. Network and System Administration
  • Install, configure, and maintain computer networks, including LANs, WANs, and intranets.
  • Manage servers, including file servers, email servers, and other network services.
  • Monitor network performance, address connectivity issues, and implement security measures.
3. Data Management and Backup
  • Oversee data storage solutions, ensuring that data is securely stored and backed up.
  • Develop and manage backup and recovery strategies to prevent data loss.
  • Implement data recovery plans in case of data breaches or accidental data loss.
4. Security Management
  • Ensure that the organization's IT infrastructure is secure from potential threats.
  • Implement firewalls, antivirus software, and encryption to protect sensitive data.
  • Conduct regular security audits and vulnerability assessments.
  • Educate employees on cybersecurity best practices.
5. Software Installation and Maintenance
  • Install and update software applications and systems as required.
  • Configure new systems and ensure compatibility with existing infrastructure.
  • Maintain licencing compliance for all software and applications.
6. IT Asset Management
  • Maintain an inventory of hardware, software, and network equipment.
  • Plan for equipment replacement, upgrades, and disposal.
  • Oversee the procurement of IT equipment and ensure compatibility with existing systems.
7. User Training and Documentation
  • Train staff on new software applications, systems, and protocols.
  • Develop user guides, manuals, and troubleshooting documents.
  • Encourage best practices for efficient use of technology resources.
8. Project Management
  • Manage and coordinate IT-related projects such as system upgrades, migrations, or new software implementation.
  • Collaborate with other departments to understand their IT needs and provide solutions.
  • Ensure that projects are completed within budget and on schedule.
9. Policy Development and Compliance
  • Develop and enforce IT policies, procedures, and best practices.
  • Ensure compliance with industry standards, government regulations, and internal policies.
  • Regularly review policies and update them as needed to adapt to changing technologies.
10. Vendor and Supplier Management
  • Coordinate with vendors for IT services, hardware, and software procurement.
  • Manage service contracts, negotiate prices, and ensure that services are delivered as agreed.
11. Strategic Planning
  • Align the organisation’s IT strategy with its business goals.
  • Identify areas for improvement and recommend upgrades or changes.
  • Stay updated on emerging technologies and assess their potential benefits for the organisation.

Education

Bachelor of Science - ICTM

Mzumbe University
11.2011

Skills

  • Network troubleshooting
  • Skilled in TCP/IP and WAN
  • Desktop support
  • Application support
  • Application installations
  • Hardware diagnosis
  • Knowledgeable in Mac systems

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Software

Remote Access and Support TeamViewer: Provides remote support and screen-sharing capabilities AnyDesk: Lightweight remote access software

Collaboration and Communication Slack – A popular team messaging and collaboration tool Microsoft Teams – For team communication and video conferencing Zoom – Video conferencing for remote meetings and webinars Google Workspace – Collaboration tools like Gmail, Drive, Docs, and Meet

Languages

English
Swahili

Timeline

IT Officer

Africa Media Group Ltd
08.2019 - Current

Bachelor of Science - ICTM

Mzumbe University
Abdallah selemani