Idris Sanni

Experience

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  Royal Exchange Plc

  Aug 2010 - Feb 2011

  Industrial Trainee

  Ensuring proper network connectivityComputer troubleshooting and repairsIT support to the staff.Daily updates of the anti-virus serverDaily back-up of the DBMS server

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  Kontz Engineering Limited

  Jul 2013 - Dec 2014

  Field Service Engineer

  Site inspectionInstallation of company productsOn field and off field support to customersServicing and maintenance of all company installations

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  Precpearl Nigeria Limited

  Apr 2016 - Dec 2017

  Field Maintenance Engineer

  Provide 24/7 link maintenance; faults detection, analysis, troubleshooting and resolution of all sites issues.Fiber termination and link revival using fusion splicing machine. Collate accurate data and reports from the field. Operations and maintenance of optical fiber SDH and wireless network equipment.Recommendation of technical solutions to issues on the sites.Troubleshooting and repairing network issues.Preparation of fiber cable and splice tray before splicingFiber testing of all distribution cables.Fiber testing of all transport or feeder cables FTTH / FTTS / FTTxDaily sites visit to ascertain real time condition of fiber cables.Escalation of every critical condition on sites with proof of pictures. Show less

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  Casper Technologies Limited

  Oct 2018 - Jun 2021

  Responsible for the deployment, implementation, design and configuration of network and security related devices.Organized demos and POCs (proof of concepts) in client’s environment to show how the intended solution works.Assisted the sales team through meetings with both existing and potential clients to understand the needs and current infrastructures.Acted as a solution architect by providing solutions to technical and consultation issues.Constantly educating the team through presentations on current trends in technology and solutions available.Developed technical reports and recommendations to clients based on details information gathered during meetings.Responsible for quarterly scheduled network maintenance for customers on SLA with the company.Leverage on opportunities and by engaging customers and responding to various technical clarifications and expectations on solutions.Communicated product values, quality, and potency to educate and entice potential customers.Recommended changes in the network and its security when required and implemented design changes.Analysed existing infrastructure to know how secured the entire network Provided solutions and defining security requirements to technical and non-technical audiences.Drafted series of compelling technical business proposals to potential clients to suit their respective need. Show less

  • Solutions Architect | Technical Consultant

    Feb 2020 - Jun 2021

  • Technical Solutions Engineer

    Oct 2018 - Jan 2020
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  Afriglobal Medicare

  Jul 2021 - Mar 2023

  Network and Security Manager/Data Protection Officer

  • Responsible for completing a thorough risk assessment, identifying vulnerabilities within a network, and managing all firewalls, endpoint, and server protection of all branches under the Afriglobal Group.• Maintains all the software and hardware in relation to security.• Identifying current and emerging technology issues including security trends, vulnerabilities, and threats• Threat intelligence and analysis.• Sourcing and implementing new security solutions to better protect the organisation.• Conducting proactive research to analyse security weaknesses and recommend appropriate strategies.• Liaising with vendors to implement security solutions.• An attention to detail that prevents stealthy cyber-attack and implementing ways to neutralize them.• Problem-solving skills for quickly uncovering and fixing network issues.• Communication skills to train co-workers and leaders on threats and protection protocols.• User Support Show less

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  West African Examinations Council

  Mar 2023 - now

  Network and Systems Security Administrator

  •Design, configure, support, and manage network infrastructures, including next-generation firewalls (NGFWs), routers, switches, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), network access control (NAC), IPSEC, Site-to-Site VPN, and perimeter security system devices.•Monitor, analyse, and evaluate network performance. Identify and resolve issues while optimizing network resources.•Implement security measures to safeguard the network against cyber threats. Continuously monitor and stay informed about evolving threats and vulnerabilities to ensure network security.•Install, configure, and maintain server hardware and operating systems to ensure optimal performance and reliability.•Develop and oversee user account management, permissions, and access control systems.•Ensures compliance with industry standards and regulations.•Offer technical support Show less