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ZIKONA MKHOVANE

Johannesburg South

Summary

Results-driven IT Application Monitoring specialist with expertise in application monitoring and network administration. Proficient in Grafana, UptimeRobot, and SolarWinds for continuous monitoring and troubleshooting. Experienced in configuring network devices, managing VPNs, and delivering end-user support. Strong skills in TCP/IP networking and technical troubleshooting, aiming to enhance IT operations and support business objectives.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

IT Application Monitoring

PEPKOR Lifestyle
Johannesburg
05.2025 - 05.2026
  • Monitored applications 24 hours to ensure optimal performance and availability
  • Monitoring applications using Grafana,UptimeRobot,Solarwinds,SAS
  • Conducted network monitoring, ensuring system stability and minimising downtime
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
  • End-user support
  • Executed promotional push for SAP applications, enhancing user engagement and adoption

Contact person: Lesego Nteo IT application Monitoring Team leader

Contact number: 0824158708

Junior Network Administrator/Technician

Rand Water
Johannesburg South
03.2021 - 08.2024
  • Network Troubleshooting
  • Performed network diagnostics to assess performance of new installations and identify faults in existing infrastructure
  • Monitored daily operations of network and IT applications to maintain optimal performance
  • Configure switches, Routers and Telephones.
  • Granting access and configuring VPN
  • SolarWinds and Tenable Nessus monitoring tools
  • LAN/WAN, Printers, Computers configuration and repair
  • Fortinet Firewall
  • Managed PABX system operations to ensure seamless communication across the organisation
  • Delivered end-user support across various platforms
  • First-line Network Support
  • Contact person: Mr. T Letsoalo Network Analyst 0786845138/ 011 682 0080
  • Mr .M Johnson Network Team leader 0823892548/ 011 682 0801

ICT Intern (Networking Department)

Walter Sisulu University
East London
01.2019 - 12.2019
  • Installed and configured switches and routers to support network connectivity.
  • Assist in managing local and campus network.
  • Installed, updated, prepared and configured computers to ensure optimal performance.
  • Installed and configured VoIP and analog telephones to enhance communication systems.
  • Set up and configured technical equipment, including printers, to facilitate efficient operations.

Contact person: Mr. S Qumba Network Manager 0825565231

Mr .N Zulu ICT Director 0826052979

Education

Certificate - NSE 1, 2, 3

Fortinet
Online
01-2022

Certificate - CCNA1

College of Cape Town
Cape Town
01-2019

ND - IT (Communication Networks)

Walter Sisulu University
Butterworth
01-2018

Matric -

P.R. Pather Secondary School
Durban
01-2010

Skills

  • Application monitoring
  • Incident management
  • Technical troubleshooting
  • TCP/IP networking
  • Computer literacy
  • Effective communication
  • Collaboration skills

Timeline

IT Application Monitoring

PEPKOR Lifestyle
05.2025 - 05.2026

Junior Network Administrator/Technician

Rand Water
03.2021 - 08.2024

ICT Intern (Networking Department)

Walter Sisulu University
01.2019 - 12.2019

Certificate - NSE 1, 2, 3

Fortinet

Certificate - CCNA1

College of Cape Town

ND - IT (Communication Networks)

Walter Sisulu University

Matric -

P.R. Pather Secondary School
ZIKONA MKHOVANE