Ian Finch

Ian Finch

Cisco Certified Associate Instructor

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Data Center Manager CCIE#63984

  • Education

    • Christian Brothers College Bulawayo

      1998 - 2002
  • Experience

    • Network Dynamics

      Jan 2010 - Dec 2014
      Cisco Certified Associate Instructor

      Lecturing Cisco Netacad Students in CCNA, IT Essentials, Ethical HackingIT SupportNetworking

    • Paratus Telecom (Zambia)

      Jan 2015 - now
      Core Engineer

      Proficiently design, deploy, and uphold core network solutions across diverse platforms, showcasing expertise in leading technologies such as Cisco, Juniper, Velocloud SDWAN, Fortinet, NEC, Infinera, Radwin, and Calix. Leveraging a comprehensive skill set, I ensure the seamless integration and sustained performance of critical network infrastructure, contributing to the robustness and efficiency of organizational operations.Communicate with team to identify needs, monitoring performance and troubleshoot, diagnose and resolve issues with network and systems. Show less

    • Paratus Zambia

      Jul 2021 - now
      Data Center Manager

      As a Data Center Manager with a network engineer's passion at heart, I excel in orchestrating the strategic planning, implementation, and maintenance of mission-critical data environments. My proficiency extends across diverse network technologies, including Cisco, Juniper, Velocloud SDWAN, Fortinet, NEC, Infinera, Radwin, and Calix. My commitment to excellence is not only reflected in optimizing performance and fortifying security within data centers but also in my role as a dedicated steward of ISO 9001, ISO 27001, and risk compliance.Navigating the dynamic intersection of technology and compliance, I bring a holistic approach to data center management. This includes a keen focus on reliability, high availability, and strategic risk mitigation. My foundation as a network engineer ensures a deep understanding of the intricate details of network infrastructure, while concurrently managing and enhancing compliance standards to align seamlessly with organizational objectives. Let's connect and explore how my dual expertise in network engineering and data center management, combined with my commitment to compliance, can elevate our shared professional objectives. Show less

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert Enterprise Infrastructure (CCIE Enterprise Infrastructure)

      Cisco
      Nov 2019
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    • Fortinet Network Security Expert Level 7: Certified Architect

      Fortinet
      Feb 2021
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    • Cisco Certified Specialist - Enterprise Advanced Infrastructure Implementation

      Cisco
      Apr 2019
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    • Cisco Certified Network Associate Routing and Switching (CCNA)

      Cisco
    • Network Security Expert 3 (NSE3)

      Fortinet
      Jan 2020
    • ITIL Foundation Level

      PeopleCert
    • Cisco Certified Specialist - Data Center Core

      Cisco
      Jul 2021
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    • Cisco Certified Network Associate Cyber Ops (CCNA)

      Cisco
    • Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)

      Cisco
    • Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert Routing and Switching (CCIE-RS)

      Cisco