Brian Sikute

Brian Sikute

Computer Technician and Software Instructor

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  • About me

    Subject Matter Expert - Systems Infrastructure

  • Education

    • IBM Think Academy

      2013 - 2015
      Certificate of Completion

       Cloud Computing Foundation IBM Storwize V7000 Unified Service Training AIX Virtualization, VIO Server and Management Cybersecurity for Digital IBMers 2014 AIX Fundamentals for UNIX System Administrators Managing the Storage Network and Storage Fundamentals for Data Centers

    • Linux Professional Institute

      2011 - 2011
      Certification Linux System Administration

      Studied Linux Administration and obtained Certification

    • Copperbelt University

      2001 - 2004
      BSc Computer Science

      Activities and Societies: Poetry, Radio BSc Computer Science

    • The Copperbelt University Kitwe

      2001 - 2004
      Bachelor of Science Degree Computers

      Activities and Societies: Designed, Developed and Implemented the Copperbelt University Live Internet Radio and TV Broadcast Implemented using Microsoft Windows 2000 Advanced Server, Windows Media Encoder Series 9, and website development tools (HTML, MS FrontPage). Designed and developed The Copperbelt University Library System which is a Network-Based System allowing access to all the computers on the Copperbelt University Local Area Network.

    • Matero Boys' Secondary School Lusaka

      1997 - 1999

      GCSE

    • Georgia Institute of Technology

      2012 - 2013
      Certificate Computational Investing, Part I Distinction

      This course helps you discover how modern electronic markets work, why stock prices change in the ways they do, and how computation can help our understanding of them and to build algorithms and visualizations to inform investing practice.

  • Experience

    • Nalab Computer Consultancy Limited Lusaka

      Jan 2000 - Jan 2001
      Computer Technician and Software Instructor

      Maintenance and repairing of computersInstallation of software and hardware configurationNetwork Installation (Kings Pharmaceuticals Computer Network of 15-20 workstations)PC Internet InstallationPC Repair Course Instructor Microsoft Office XP Application Packages Instructor C++ InstructorKnowledge of Programming Languages, Applications and Operating Systems Windows 2003 ServerImplementing, Managing and Maintaining Server Network Infrastructure and Network Environment Linux - Debian BasedImplementing, Managing and Maintaining Server Network Infrastructure and Network Environment Poptel Technology (UK) - Web Content Management SystemMicrosoft Office XP (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Publisher, FrontPage)Windows 9x/2000/XP/NT/Advanced Server 2000Macintosh OSMicrosoft Media Encoder 9 Series Show less

    • Bread of Life Church

      Jan 2003 - Jan 2005
      Computer Hardware Specialist

      Maintenance, Servicing and Repairing of Computer HardwareCarry out maintenance, servicing and Repairing of Computer HardwareDesigning and programming of Church Records Database Management System

    • Winlot Computer Center Lusaka

      Jan 2004 - Jan 2004
      Technical Services and Software Instructor

      Administration and Maintenance of Company LANMaintenance and repairing of computersInstallation of software and hardware configurationMicrosoft Office XP Application Packages Instructor C++ and Visual Basic 6 Instructor

    • Africonnect (Z) Ltd

      Jan 2005 - Jan 2005
      Network Engineer and Support Officer

      Installation of Broadband Internet UnitsInstallation/Configuration of Wireless NetworksInstallation/Configuration of RoutersDHCP Server ManagementE-Mail Client configurationProviding customer support

    • Commonwealth Youth Programme

      Nov 2005 - Sept 2013
      IT Coordinator

      Network and System Administrator (CISCO device management – IP Addressing, Subnetting, VLANs, Access Control Lists)Administration of MS Server 2003 (DNS, DHCP, Routing, Active Directory)Exchange Server 2003 AdministrationLinux System Administration (DHCP, BIND, SQUID, FIREWALL, MAIL, ROUTING)Wireless Network AdministrationDesigning of Application programs for the Centre (ASP)Designed and Implemented an Online Database for the Diploma in Youth Development Work which is being offered in 13 countries in AfricaOnline and Face2Face Workshop FacilitationProviding user supportDevelopment of ICT Youth Empowerment ProgrammesProviding ICT TrainingProviding user support to business systems and applicationsAdministering the Centre’s LAN/WAN and ensuring availability of network and network resourcesWorking on Youth Programme Development Team Show less

    • Knowledge Cube AS

      Jan 2008 - Jan 2008
      Student

      Training for Microsoft Certified System Engineer (MCSE) certification

    • WikiEducator

      Jul 2008 - now
      Wiki Buddy and OER Devt. Trainer

      Facilitator and Trainer in the Development of Open Educational Resources using Wikis

    • University of Zambia

      May 2011 - May 2011
      Linux System Administration Instructor

      Linux System Administration Instructor at the University of Zambia Centre for ICT Consultancy and Training Unit.System Administration covers all the things that you have to do to keep a computer system in usable order. It includes things like backing up and/or restoring files, installing new programs, creating and/or deleting accounts for users of users, making certain that the file system is not corrupt, and more

    • IBM

      Oct 2013 - Mar 2016
      Server Systems Operations Infrastructure Lead

       Expertise in server technologies, including different hardware architectures and operating systems. Building proof-of-concept solutions with server system technology and architecting server solutions to address client requirements. Work with products or solutions based on any vendor hardware and/or any vendor operating system software. Applied technical skills supporting the operation and maintenance of vendor products, services, and solutions. Virtualization - Create and configure virtual machines on cloud infrastructure using VMware Thorough applied technical knowledge of the fundamental concepts and technologies associated with Windows and LINUX Operating Systems (Hardware, Software). Performing installation, implementation, customization, operation, recovery and performance tuning. Providing services to clients on hardware and software components. Activities include operation and maintenance of operating systems across multiple platforms, middleware applications, various database technologies, high availability solutions and load balancing. Job responsibilities for this role include, but are not limited to, the following: operation and maintenance of operating systems and platform support, database administration, capacity planning, performance management, security compliance, SAN Infrastructure setup, Backup and Disaster Recovery Show less

    • Ex:Micronix Consulting

      Apr 2016 - Oct 2017
      Ex:Systems Administrator

       Servers: Build, deployment, management and maintenance of servers includingprovisioning, middleware setup and configuration Windows: Server 2012 Provisioning, Administration and Maintenance, ActiveDirectory deployment, configuration, administration, and maintenance. VMware: Implementation and administration of VMware vSphere 5.1, InstallingvSphere 5.1, Configuring host server and adding it to the cluster, Installing VMwarelicenses, Configuring VMware clustering like HA and DRS clusters, VMware VCenterAdministration Security: Management of FortiGate security system, Hardware Security Modules(HSMs) in SafeNet Encryption & Key Security to safeguard the cryptographic keysused to secure transactions, applications, and sensitive data. Backup and Disaster Recovery: Management and administration of backup anddisaster recovery from disk to tape backups utilizing Arcserve Unified DataProtection solutions for business and HP Tape library infrastructure Show less

    • Investrust Bank Plc

      Nov 2017 - Aug 2018
      Senior Manager – Technical Support and Operations

       Plan, design, and install the banks’ infrastructure and security control in line withGroup standards Ensure all infrastructure and security system changes and upgrades are tested,documented, and authorized before being applied to the production environmentand disaster recovery systems Ensure the banks infrastructure and security systems are operational at all times andthat all faults/incidents are resolved within the agreed SLAs and escalatefaults/incidents to the vendors as necessary Monitor monthly performance of Banks infrastructure and security systems anddevelop action plans to remedy any degradation of service Show less

    • Road Transport and Safety Agency

      Aug 2018 - now
      Head of Information Technology

      Linux Professional Institute Certification (LPIC) training

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Linux Professional Institute Certification

      Linux Professional Institute
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    • Hadoop Essentials

      MapR Academy
    • Hadoop Operations: Cluster Administration

      MapR Academy
      Apr 2015
    • Data Center Technical Specialist

      Novell
      Jan 2011
    • SUSE Certified Linux Administrator - 11

      Novell
      Jan 2011
    • Computational Investing, Part I

      Coursera
      Jan 2012
      View certificate certificate
    • Introduction to Digital Sound Design

      Coursera
      Feb 2013
      View certificate certificate
    • Introduction to Digital Sound Design

      Coursera
      Feb 2013
      View certificate certificate
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Brian Sikute
      Best Graduating Student ZCAS University вер 2022 р. Best Graduating Student Award
    • Awarded to Brian Sikute
      Data Center Technical Specialist Novell PartnerNet лип 2011 р. In recognition of your market leadership, knowledge and expertise delivering Data center solutions to your customers
    • Awarded to Brian Sikute
      SUSE Certified Linux Administrator (Novell CLA) Novell PartnerNet лип 2011 р. SUSE 11 Tech Specialist
    • Awarded to Brian Sikute
      Best Graduating Student The Copperbelt University лип 2005 р. Best Graduating Student Award