Augustine Okwori
@augustineokwori
Technology-driven IT administrator focused on network reliability and Azure solutions.
What I'm looking for
I am a motivated, technology-driven IT administrator with hands-on experience supporting availability, reliability, security, and scalability for business and IT systems.
I have deployed and maintained LAN/WAN/VPN/CCTV infrastructures across multiple branch offices, configured MikroTik routers and IPsec VPNs, and managed Azure VNets, VMs, load balancers, and application gateways to optimize performance and availability.
My background includes first-line user support, Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace administration, Active Directory and Microsoft Entra user provisioning, and routine systems maintenance that improved team efficiency and reduced costs through warranty management and internal audit compliance.
I hold multiple Microsoft and cloud-related certifications and seek to bring practical infrastructure, network, and cloud skills to teams that value reliability, security, and cost-effective IT operations.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Junior Network Admin
Wakanow Nigeria
Aug 2025 - Present (4 months)
Manage day-to-day IT operations and deploy network and infrastructure across 15+ branch sites, implementing IPsec VPNs and Azure networking to improve availability and reduce vendor costs. Led audits (Microsoft, PCI DSS) and infrastructure rollouts that delivered cost savings and improved reliability.
IT Support Officer
Wakanow Nigeria
Sep 2022 - Aug 2025 (2 years 11 months)
First-line IT support responsible for user account provisioning, device and network setup, Google Workspace and M365 administration, and preventive server maintenance, resulting in improved system performance and reduced repair costs. Deployed LAN/WAN/VPN/CCTV for new branches and optimized networks.
IT Support Representative
Tranter - FCMB
Jun 2022 - Sep 2022 (3 months)
Provided multi-channel IT support and network monitoring for three branches, troubleshooting POS/ATMs/printers and coordinating vendor installations to maintain uptime and business continuity. Documented incidents and escalated issues per SLA.
Infrastructure Intern
Tranter
Apr 2022 - Jun 2022 (2 months)
Supported hardware/software installation, basic networking and Active Directory tasks, and completed a project on Active Directory and virtualization demonstrating identity and virtual infrastructure knowledge.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Federal University of Agriculture, Makurdi
Bachelor of Science, Agricultural Marketing and Cooperative
Completed a Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Marketing and Cooperative; graduated February 2021.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
Authorized to work in
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