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Alex Kisuge

@alexkisuge

Experienced IT professional specializing in cybersecurity and network management.

Kenya
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What I'm looking for

Information Technology is a great venture, sometimes it supurses just using computers.

I am an experienced IT professional with over 7 years of expertise in cybersecurity, System Administration, network management, and system optimization. My career has been marked by a proven track record of implementing robust security protocols that have achieved 99.9% system uptime and driven operational efficiency through automation and process improvements. I have successfully led cross-functional teams across diverse regions, delivering high-impact IT solutions that align with organizational goals and ITIL standards.

Throughout my career, I have spearheaded projects that fortified cybersecurity frameworks and streamlined service desk operations, resulting in significant cost savings and enhanced service delivery. I am recognized for my innovative leadership and ability to translate complex technical requirements into strategic, actionable plans that support business continuity and growth. My commitment to excellence and continuous improvement has consistently driven positive outcomes for my teams and clients.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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System Administrator

Preeminent Technology

Dec 2025 - Present (6 months)

- Architecting and maintaining environments on public clouds like AWS, Microsoft Azure, and GCP.
- Syncing on-premise physical data centers with external cloud environments seamlessly.
- Architecting and routinely testing redundant database and file system backups.

NT

Information Security Manager

NSI Technology

Oct 2024 - Oct 2025 (1 year)

Engineered, deployed, and automated Data Protection, Cloud/CI/CD Security, and Threat Defense solutions (DLP, EDR, SIEM, VAPT). Improved compliance by 70%, reduced critical vulns by 20%, and boosted SecOps efficiency by 30% via Python/IaC. Managed and mitigated security incidents.

JD

IT Officer Helpdesk

Justice Defenders

Nov 2022 - Mar 2024 (1 year 4 months)

Managed ICT infrastructure across 19 stations and prisons in Kenya, Uganda, The Gambia, and the UK, achieving 99.9% uptime using Cisco Meraki Firewalls and Mikrotic routers. Implemented Google Cloud disaster recovery with automated backups and failover strategies, reducing recovery time by 20% and ensuring business continuity.

RL

Technical Support Engineer

RMM Advocates LLP

Sep 2024 - Present (1 year 9 months)

Implemented Microsoft 365 Business suite, configuring email, Teams, SharePoint, and OneDrive for 50+ users, achieving seamless data migration with zero downtime and improving collaboration. Led the deployment of a case management system, customizing workflows for case tracking, document management, and task scheduling, improving operational efficiency by 25%.

LL

IT Project Lead

Lyke Enterprise Limited

Oct 2023 - Present (2 years 8 months)

Led the end-to-end development of an eCommerce website, managing a global team of developers, designers, and testers to deliver a scalable platform on time within a $50,000 budget. Defined project scope, milestones, and SLAs, coordinating secure payment systems and API integrations with third-party vendors, ensuring alignment with business objectives.

KI

IT Officer

Kedaceramics International

Feb 2022 - Present (4 years 4 months)

Configured and managed LAN/WAN networks, deploying SIEM systems for real-time threat detection, improving network security by 25% and achieving 99.8% uptime. Implemented Application Performance Monitoring (APM) solutions, ensuring optimal performance of critical applications and minimizing downtime.

HH

Data Analyst & IT Assistant

Homa Bay Teaching & Referral Hospital

Feb 2019 - Present (7 years 4 months)

Managed data analysis and visualization for the KEMR and KHIS systems, improving reporting accuracy by 20% and supporting data-driven decisions. Configured Active Directory and Group Policy, achieving 99.9% network uptime and enhancing security for 100+ users.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

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Maseno University

BSc Mathematics & Business with IT, Mathematics & Business with IT

2015 - 2019

Studied a comprehensive curriculum covering mathematics, business principles, and information technology. Gained foundational knowledge in various IT concepts and their application in business contexts.

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