Tendekayi Leeroy Dhliwayo
NETWORK ENGINEER
Johannesburg
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Network Engineer
Ericsson Pty Ltd
Johannesburg
11.2021 - Current
- Provided complete end-to-end engineering and installation of route-based IP network solutions.
- Collaborated with vendors to identify best options for optimizing network performance.
- Escalated emergency technical issues beyond knowledge to maintain optimum up-time.
- Liaised with stakeholders to keep project goals and deadlines on target.
- Assisted with implementation and support of network monitoring tools.
- Provided detailed network diagrams and procedural guidelines.
- Linux servers’ administration and support
- Ericsson ITK toolkit administration
Infrastructure Engineer
IT-Savanna
Johannesburg
07.2018 - 10.2021
- monitoring server performance and usage
- Performed software installations and upgrades to Linux or Windows operating systems.
- Facilitated installation processes to deliver project requirements on time.
- Orchestrated integration and communication of software upgrades.
- Created nightly jobs for database backups.
- Configured and tested Windows Server operating systems with roles features.
- Contributed to development, administration and testing of disaster recovery plans.
- Administering Microsoft365 (Exchange Online,Teams &SharePoint)
- Providing technical network support to customers
- Setup Backup Exec, monitoring &maintenance
- Configuration of Ubiquiti Access Points
- Migrate VM to Azure Configure
- Install and maintain systems at customers’ sites
- Respond to work orders in accordance to 24-Hour service level agreement
- Fortinet Firewall installation
IT Administrator
Lecroc Pty Ltd
Brits
04.2014 - 06.2018
- Server management, controlling authorization access from users
- Conduct network troubleshooting to segregate and identify general network problems
- Accountable for providing real-time support to users
- Resolve all major issues of users like login errors, printing dilemmas and connectivity problems
- Directed budgeting studies on current and proposed IT spending plans, determining maximally impactful business enhancements and minimizing wasteful spending.
- CCTV camera Installation and monitoring,
- Supported implementation of warehouse and Tannery management system software applications to enable centralized management of tasks.
- VIP and QuickBooks technical support
Jnr Network Technician
ABS Technology
Harare
03.2012 - 04.2014
- Installed cabling, wireless routers and telephone systems for data communications networks.
- Monitored operational and security procedures for numerous computers in network, related systems administration and maintenance protocols.
- Configured and maintained network backup and recovery procedures.
- Ran cabling and installed data drops for new node installations.
- Replaced failed hardware in server rack systems, swapping hard disks, power supplies and other field serviceable components.
- Performed necessary maintenance to support network availability.
- Supported users both local and by phone with problem resolution and education.
- Installed patches and performed backups, system builds and image updates.
- Configured rack server network hardware considering rail depth, hardware mounting and cable routing.
Education
Diploma - Applied Information Technology (NQF 6)
University of Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe 01.2009 - 12.2012
Skills
Cisco router and switch configuration
Change Management
Subnetting expertise
Verbal and written communication
Technical infrastructure upgrades
Technical Support
Network device monitoring
Project Management
Remote work support
IP address structure
Strong troubleshooting skills
Disaster planning
Certification
MCP- Micrososft Certified Profession M365
Timeline
Network Engineer
Ericsson Pty Ltd
11.2021 - Current
Infrastructure Engineer
IT-Savanna
07.2018 - 10.2021
IT Administrator
Lecroc Pty Ltd
04.2014 - 06.2018
Jnr Network Technician
ABS Technology
03.2012 - 04.2014
Diploma - Applied Information Technology (NQF 6)
University of Zimbabwe
01.2009 - 12.2012