Athenkosi Sigedane
Junior Technical Engineer
Midrand
Summary
Motivated and adaptable technical professional with a strong foundation in technical engineering and a proven ability to contribute to impactful projects. Eager to grow within the fields of cloud, networking, and infrastructure, bringing value to the organization through continuous learning and dedication. Known for strong collaboration, consistent results, and adaptability to evolving business needs. Proficient in problem-solving and technical analysis, and recognized for reliability, teamwork, and a results-driven mindset.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
7
7
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Junior Technical Engineer
Matlala Group
06.2023 - Current
- Administer Google Workspace (user/email account management) and assist in Office 365 migrations from Novell GroupWise.
- Implemented Veeam Backup & DR for small office; deployed SolarWinds SAM, NPM, and IPAM for infrastructure monitoring.
- Rolled out Huawei eKit LAN solution, including configuration and testing.
- Set up Google Cloud Archive Storage for client voice records.
- Draft and document RFIs, RFPs, and RFQs for technical projects and proposals.
- Provide end-user support, troubleshoot IT issues, and contribute to project implementations.
SUSE Intern
AXIZ/Matlala Group
06.2023 - 07.2024
- articipated in intensive training on SUSE Linux Enterprise Server (SLES), covering:
SCA (SUSE Certified Administrator)
SCE (SUSE Certified Engineer)
SCE HA (High Availability) - Delivered and participated in workshops and hands-on labs to reinforce Linux system administration skills.
- Performed SLES server installations, including configuration of core services and HA components in lab environments.
- Gained practical experience with system monitoring, user management, storage setup, and cluster management in enterprise Linux environments.
System Support Engineer
DataGr8
11.2021 - 04.2022
- Administered Dell EMC SourceOne archiving platform for emails, files, and SharePoint content.
- Performed application monitoring and client support for incident requests.
- Monitored application hosts and agents using Windows administration best practices.
- Managed storage resources and monitored system utilization.
- Upgraded and configured servers to the latest OS releases to ensure performance and compliance.
Education
Baccalaureate - Information Technology
Walter Sisulu University
Butterworth, South Africa 04.2001 -
National Diploma - Information Technology
Walter Sisulu University
Butterworth, South Africa 04.2001 -
Skills
Strong analytical skills
Customer support
Network configuration
System administration
Certification
SUSE Linux Server-SCA, SCE &SCE HA
Reading and watch sport
I enjoy reading technology and industry-related articles, which helps me stay informed about emerging trends and best practices—supporting my continuous learning and professional development. In my free time, I also follow sports such as football, netball, and athletics. Watching these sports has helped me develop a strong sense of teamwork, strategy, and focus—qualities I bring into my professional environment. Whether it’s analyzing a game or understanding a complex technical concept, I enjoy drawing insights and applying them to real-world challenges.
Timeline
Junior Technical Engineer
Matlala Group
06.2023 - Current
SUSE Intern
AXIZ/Matlala Group
06.2023 - 07.2024
System Support Engineer
DataGr8
11.2021 - 04.2022
Baccalaureate - Information Technology
Walter Sisulu University
04.2001 -
National Diploma - Information Technology
Walter Sisulu University
04.2001 -
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