Areyton Taka
@areytontaka
Enthusiastic IT Support Engineer with a passion for technology management.
What I'm looking for
I am an enthusiastic and highly motivated IT Support Engineer with a strong academic background and practical experience in managing IT systems. Currently, I am seeking admission to Unisa's Master of Information Technology Management program to further expand my knowledge and skills in IT Service Management, IT Governance, and Risk Management. My commitment to continuous learning drives me to stay updated with emerging technologies and best practices in the field.
Throughout my career, I have successfully overseen IT department operations, coordinated IT activities, and provided technical support to staff and students. My experience includes managing network architecture, troubleshooting technical issues, and developing IT policies and procedures. I pride myself on my ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with various departments to design solutions that meet business needs.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Assistant IT Manager
Camblish Training Institute
Jan 2021 - Present (4 years 5 months)
Managed IT department operations, coordinated installation and maintenance of network systems, and provided technical support and training to staff and students. Developed IT policies and procedures while overseeing daily IT operations to ensure smooth business flow.
IT Support Technician
Camblish Training Institute
Jan 2019 - Jan 2021 (2 years)
Provided hands-on support and maintenance for LAN infrastructure, performed troubleshooting and incident response, and communicated network status to management. Documented processes for training and maintained high-quality deliverables.
IT Technician
Graytech Systems
Nov 2018 - Jan 2019 (2 months)
Set up and configured PCs and peripherals for video conferencing, corrected connectivity faults, and maintained inventory records of IT equipment. Collaborated on technical projects and provided detailed reports on technical issues.
IT Network Technician
Dunamis Network Inc
Apr 2014 - Jan 2018 (3 years 9 months)
Installed cabling and wireless routers for data communications, provided remote support, and resolved network device issues. Analyzed network protocols and prioritized faults to minimize downtimes.
Technical Support
Yvan Telecom
Mar 2014 - Jan 2015 (10 months)
Troubleshot hardware and software components, managed customer calls, and provided training on PC operations. Installed and configured customer PCs to ensure usability.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of South Africa
Post Graduate Diploma, Information Resource Management
2024 -
Pursuing a Post Graduate Diploma in Information Resource Management with a research focus on the threats and challenges of implementing mobile ad hoc network security.
University of Johannesburg
Certificate, Cyber Security
2022 - 2022
Completed a Certificate in Cyber Security, enhancing knowledge and skills in protecting information systems from cyber threats.
University of Buea
Bachelor of Technology, Computer Network and System Maintenance
2011 - 2014
Activities and societies: Capstone Project: Implementing Effective Desktop Security: Assessing Antivirus, Firewalls, Updates, and User Training to Combat Threats.
Earned a Bachelor of Technology in Computer Network and System Maintenance, focusing on effective desktop security and network management.
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