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David Cobla

@davidcobla

IT Infrastructure and Network Specialist delivering secure, high-availability enterprise systems with OT/ICS-ready expertise.

Ghana

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What I'm looking for

I want to apply my IT infrastructure, network, and cybersecurity expertise in industrial and enterprise environments—delivering secure, high-availability operations, aligning with safety/compliance, and strengthening OT/IT resilience.

I’m an IT Infrastructure and Network Specialist with over 8 years supporting enterprise systems, network infrastructure, and secure IT operations across hospitality and consulting environments. I focus on systems administration, enterprise networking, and cybersecurity practices to keep technology reliable in high-availability operations.

In my recent consulting role, I provide advisory support on infrastructure deployment, network configuration, and cybersecurity practices—helping organizations improve infrastructure reliability and integration during upgrades. Previously, I managed enterprise IT infrastructure for hotel operations, ensuring high availability, coordinating IT support for business-critical systems, and maintaining compliance with corporate IT security policies.

I also bring industrial experience through exposure to IT/OT integration fundamentals and industrial Ethernet/ICS concepts, including Modbus TCP/IP and Profibus. I apply a zero-harm mindset, align technology with safety and compliance requirements, and contribute to risk identification, incident prevention, and operational resilience.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

IT Consultant

Current

Bloomvaliden

Jan 2024 - Present (2 years 3 months)

Provided consulting services for IT infrastructure deployment, network configuration, and cybersecurity practices. Assisted with system integration, infrastructure upgrades, and operational troubleshooting to improve infrastructure reliability and secure operations.

IT Infrastructure Management System Integration Incident Response

IT System Administrator Supervisor

Marsa Malaz Kempinski

Jan 2023 - Jan 2024 (1 year)

Managed enterprise IT infrastructure supporting hotel operations and critical technology systems, ensuring high availability across network and server environments. Coordinated IT support for business-critical systems while maintaining compliance with corporate IT security policies.

Enterprise Networking Windows Server Administration High Availability Active Directory IT Service Delivery IT Compliance Technical Support

IT System Administrator

Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City

Jan 2021 - Jan 2023 (2 years)

Maintained enterprise IT systems and network infrastructure within an international hospitality environment. Administered Active Directory for user access management, supported Opera PMS, and delivered technical support across operational departments.

Windows Server Active Directory User Access Management Enterprise Networking Opera PMS Troubleshooting

IT Intern - Information Technology

Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City

Jan 2020 - Jan 2021 (1 year)

Assisted with infrastructure maintenance and hardware deployment in a hospitality environment. Supported network troubleshooting and provided IT support to operational teams.

IT Support Hardware Deployments Infrastructure Operations Network Troubleshooting

IT Systems Technician

Tom Beak Info Systems

Jan 2015 - Jan 2020 (5 years)

Provided infrastructure support and technology services for business clients, including network installation and troubleshooting. Configured servers and deployed CCTV surveillance and access control systems for client environments.

Network Installations Network Troubleshooting Configuration CCTV Surveillance Access control systems Troubleshooting

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Wisconsin International University College

Professional Diploma in Functional Security Management & Advanced Investigations, Functional Security Management & Advanced Investigations

2021 -

Completed a Professional Diploma in Functional Security Management & Advanced Investigations focused on corporate security strategy, investigations, incident response, digital and physical forensics, and security risk management.

IPMC University College

Professional Diploma in System Engineering, System Engineering

2018 - 2019

Completed a Professional Diploma in System Engineering, covering networking infrastructure, Windows Server administration, Linux administration, and enterprise systems management.