Amakobe Clive
@amakobeclive
Proactive Systems Administrator specializing in Windows/Linux infrastructure, automation, and hardware support.
What I'm looking for
I am a detail-oriented Systems Administrator with hands-on experience managing Windows and Linux servers, cloud platforms, and enterprise monitoring tools. Over three years I have administered AD, Group Policy, IIS, VPNs, firewalls, and implemented backup and recovery solutions with Veeam and Veritas.
I have progressed through roles from ICT intern and helpdesk lead to Assistant Systems Administrator and Hardware Support Specialist, deploying and maintaining infrastructure on AWS and Azure while using SolarWinds and Zabbix for monitoring. I automate tasks with shell scripting, perform routine maintenance, and reconcile hardware inventory with accounting records.
I bring strong problem-solving, communication, and team leadership skills, a track record of improving system reliability and security, and a commitment to continual learning and process improvement.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Hardware Support Specialist
KCB Group
May 2025 - Present (7 months)
Provide troubleshooting, installation and deployment of desktops, laptops, printers and peripherals; administer Active Directory and GPOs while reconciling hardware inventory and participating in business continuity processes.
Assistant Systems Administrator
Metropol Credit Reference Bureau Ltd
Mar 2023 - May 2025 (2 years 2 months)
Administered Windows Server environments, managed Linux systems with shell scripting, and deployed cloud infrastructure on AWS and Azure while implementing backup/recovery and monitoring solutions to ensure system integrity.
Head of Helpdesk Support
Metropol Credit Reference Bureau Ltd
Mar 2022 - Feb 2023 (11 months)
Led helpdesk operations and data center server configuration, performed system monitoring and incident response, and managed backup/recovery and user account configuration to maintain operational efficiency.
IT Support Officer
Postal Corporation of Kenya
Jan 2020 - Jan 2022 (2 years)
Installed and configured desktops and peripherals, managed antivirus and malware protection, logged and escalated incidents, and delivered user training to improve operational readiness.
ICT Intern
Institute of Advanced Technology
Nov 2019 - Jan 2020 (2 months)
Supported PC hardware and software troubleshooting, performed minor repairs, managed antivirus and backup procedures, and maintained inventory records to support network operations.
Data Entry Clerk
Samasource
Jul 2018 - Nov 2019 (1 year 4 months)
Processed and verified invoices and records accurately, prepared reports and provided general administrative support to maintain data integrity.
Freelance IT Specialist
Self-employed
Jan 2017 - Jul 2018 (1 year 6 months)
Upgraded and configured cybercafe systems, managed client websites and performed troubleshooting to deliver ad-hoc IT services to small businesses.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
ICDL Africa
International Certificate of Digital Literacy (ICDL), Digital Literacy
Received the International Certificate of Digital Literacy (ICDL) certifying competency in core digital skills.
Institute of Advanced Technology
SPSS Certificate, Data Analysis
Completed training in Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) for data analysis and reporting.
Technical University of Mombasa
Bachelor of Science, Information Technology
Completed a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology with coursework and practical training in IT systems and administration.
Institute of Advanced Technology
CompTIA A+, IT Support
Attained CompTIA A+ certification covering core hardware and software support competencies.
Mwihila Boys High School
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE), Secondary Education
Completed the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) demonstrating general secondary education qualifications.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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Location
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