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Mzamo Ngema

Empangeni

Summary

Information Technology Infrastructure Analyst experienced in desktop support and network configuration. Vast knowledge of client and server applications, as well as the installation and configuration of desktops and servers. A Rational Information Technology Infrastructure Analyst with 13 years of experience enhancing operations for organizations through information systems solutions has a proven track record of transforming specific business goals related to growth and efficiency improvements into new system designs. Knowledgeable innovator known for recommending new technologies to enhance existing systems and introduce new systems.

Provides on-site or remote access diagnoses and resolutions of computer hardware and software problems using a highly integrated set of diagnostic tools and techniques utilizing a specialized set of diagnostic tools and elevated privileges. Researches, analyzes, develops, and documents new processes and procedures to implement new solutions for use by IT technicians to meet future problem resolution needs. Serves as a technical expert providing support to IT Technicians. Develops guidelines and upgrade techniques for new operational procedures for the support of databases, hardware systems, operating systems software, network systems software, security and client server systems. Leads in the development of processes and procedures to be used by IT Technicians in the division. Administers, implements, and provides technical support of applications and associated hardware used in a client server environment utilizing a specialized set of diagnostic tools with elevated privileges. Administers and implements automated data processing systems and computer application programs. Develops specifications to detail what new systems or enhancements to existing systems can accomplish. Develops operational, installation, and upgrade procedures to be used by other staff for communication systems, hardware, networks, security, storage, and software. Serves as a liaison between other technical staff, management, users, and vendors regarding service requests, usage, standards, security, and other technical matters. Develops structured diagrams for the specifications of databases, communication systems, servers, storage area networks, security, or any other computer-related hardware or software. Develops and documents configurations of the following: databases, servers, computers, security and network monitor systems, packaged programs, macros, utilities, and communication systems. Develops and implements databases, communication systems, storage area networks, security, and applications with user departments, vendors, and data centers. Develops and implements directory configurations, messaging configurations, and state-wide operating systems, which include communication systems (servers, routers, switches, and hubs). Administers, implements, and provides technical support for the telecommunications equipment, filters, and interfaces related to state-wide messaging and communication systems, utilizing a specialized set of diagnostic tools with elevated privileges. Provides planning, design, and implementation of computer hardware, software, and network components. Tests programs and systems and integrates system modules. Converts and implements new systems or upgrades existing systems. Analyzes the need for, and develops, documents, implements, and monitors, information technology quality assurance standards. Develops cost estimates and makes recommendations for system development and upgrades to existing systems. Evaluates network services equipment and software for purchase; recommends new configurations; provides training or arranges for vendor training for system users. Evaluates, implements, and provides customer support for third-party software systems in a client-server environment. Participate in or lead the problem and root cause analysis in support of problem management. Reconcile issues across support teams to improve the incident management process. Ensure customer service issues and concerns are handled appropriately through effective incident support processes. Ensure operational support documentation is complete and accurate. Support continuous improvement programs in response to service metrics, customer feedback, and process efficiencies. Validate Service Level Agreements (SLAs) for supportability and ensure performance against SLAs. Plan for future improvement or expansion of the implementation of various aspects of Help Desk Center operations, which involve significant liaison with IT technical support teams. Assumes responsibility for segments of help desk operations management. Maintains records and prepares reports and correspondence related to the work. Receive and respond to advanced troubleshooting telephone calls and service requests from customers needing assistance. Interprets and analyzes problems by using automated diagnostic programs. Performs related work as assigned.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

IT Infrastructure Analyst

Tronox
Empangeni
06.2021 - 10.2022
  • Hardware and software maintenance of PC, notebooks, Printers, Peripherals and Networks
  • Support of MS Office Packages, Internet Explorer, Outlook E-mails, SharePoint and Various other software
  • Systems.
  • Attend to scheduled installations, Moves, additions, Decommissions, and Projects
  • Ensure that anti-virus software is installed on all PCs and kept up-to-date.
  • Discuss a checklist with a user prior to performing work and have it signed off after servicing a PC.
  • Ensure an inventory hardware control form is signed off and submitted on time.
  • Configuration of PCs and printers. Assisting clients remotely with various hardware, software and
  • Relatedated problems. I do computer imaging and join computers to a domain.
  • Configuring and Troubleshooting Routers, HP (Aruba) Switches, and Access Points
  • All Duties were driven and monitored by Remedy application when I was working for Gijima
  • From>from 2008-2009, ITMS when I was employed by Datacentrix in 2010; ITSM was then replaced after some time Byli>by TopDesk. We are using ServiceNow to manage our daily tickets. I am also working on standby, which
  • Of course, it is very helpful to the end-users onsite keep IT support on site operational for 24/7

Information Technology Infrastructure Analyst

Datacentrix
Empangeni
11.2010 - 06.2021



  • Troubleshoot and maintain all networking devices and infrastructure across an enterprise, including switches, routers, and firewalls.
  • Reviewed logs for all networking devices for unresolved abnormalities and problems.
  • I wrote ad hoc tools and patches to resolve recurring production problems.
  • Communicated with vendors to resolve network outages and periods of reduced performance.
  • Upgraded and expanded network systems and their components.
  • Diagnosed system hardware and software problems using advanced root-cause analysis.
  • Monitored system logs for all company computers and devices to maximize uptime.
  • Completed remote repairs involving software solutions and hardware repairs.
  • Served as a liaison between the user community and software providers.
  • Built server systems and installed them into racks.

Field Service Technician

Gijima
Empangeni
09.2007 - 11.2010
  • Job duties entailed maintaining a helpdesk by logging trouble calls into a helpdesk system. I also worked to resolve all helpdesk tickets logged in a helpdesk software system (software, hardware, network, and printers), and I provided remote assistance support.
  • Installed new equipment and explained operation and routine maintenance protocols to customers

Education

Higher Certificate in IT - Information Technology

MANCOSA
Durban
10.2021

Higher Certificate in IT - Information Technology

MANCOSA
Durban
01.2021

Networking (N+) - Information Technology

Boston College
Richards Bay
09.2018

A+ - Information Technology

MegaTraining
Richards Bay
05.2010

Skills

  • Analytical thinker
  • LAN and WAN expertise
  • Data backup and recovery systems
  • Windows Servers/Workstations
  • VmWare Administration
  • Remote access support
  • Systems analysis
  • Firmware upgrades knowledge
  • Disaster Recovery
  • SAN Storage

Accomplishments

  • I am currently studying a Bachelor of Information and Technology Management. Next year hopefully, Iwill complete my degree, and I will definitely be a resource for your company.

Certification

MANCOSA: Higher certificate in IT 2021

Boston College: N+ 2018

MegaTraining: A+ 2010

References


Hendrik Van Wyk                082 741 1763

Louw Cilliers                       083 639 9856

Wanda Smith                      072 632 7889



Timeline

IT Infrastructure Analyst

Tronox
06.2021 - 10.2022

Information Technology Infrastructure Analyst

Datacentrix
11.2010 - 06.2021

Field Service Technician

Gijima
09.2007 - 11.2010

Higher Certificate in IT - Information Technology

MANCOSA

Higher Certificate in IT - Information Technology

MANCOSA

Networking (N+) - Information Technology

Boston College

A+ - Information Technology

MegaTraining
Mzamo Ngema