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EDWARD OPIYO

@edwardopiyo

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Experienced network engineer specializing in troubleshooting and systems support.

Kenya

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What I'm looking for

I seek a hands-on network engineering role in a growth-oriented team where I can solve complex networking problems, mentor junior staff, and expand expertise in routing, security and infrastructure deployments.

I am an enthusiastic IT professional with strong hands-on experience designing, installing, and maintaining computer networks. I keep up to date with networking technologies and bring determination to resolve complex networking issues.

Across roles at IEBC, CynteQ Technologies and Muktar Communication Services I delivered first-level ICT support, prepared and maintained BVR/KIEMS kits, configured routers, switches and performed LAN/WAN implementations. I have practical expertise in backups, system imaging, and network troubleshooting.

I have trained and coached new staff, reorganized systems for improved efficiency, and led technical direction for colleagues during deployments and elections. Key achievements include promptly resolving commission-critical problems and exceeding performance targets during registration drives.

I hold a CCNA certificate and a Diploma in Information Technology, and I seek a challenging network engineer role where I can apply my expertise in routers, firewalls, routing protocols, CCTV/IP telephony and continued professional development.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Deputy Returning Officer

Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission

Jun 2021 - Sep 2022 (1 year 3 months)

Deputized the Constituency Returning Officer to coordinate logistics and arrangements for free, fair and credible general elections and executed assigned electoral duties.

Election Coordination Logistics Team Leadership Stakeholder Management Compliance Operations Training

Constituency ICT Officer

Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission

Jan 2021 - Jun 2022 (1 year 5 months)

Delivered ICT support during voter registration campaigns, configured and charged BVR/KIEMS kits, coordinated data backups with regional ICT officers and coached registration staff.

BVR KIEMS Support Data Backup Kit Maintenance Training Troubleshooting

ICT Technician

Cyn teQ Technologies Limited

Jun 2018 - Feb 2019 (8 months)

Designed and installed computer networks and cabling, performed troubleshooting and maintenance, organized upgrades and provided technical direction to co-workers.

Troubleshooting Maintenance Software Configuration And Upgrades Technical Support

Constituency ICT Officer

Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission

Jan 2017 - Dec 2017 (11 months)

Provided first-level ICT support for voter registration operations, prepared and tested BVR/KIEMS kits, performed backups/restorations and trained staff to maintain uninterrupted registration services.

BVR KIEMS Support ICT Training Field Support Troubleshooting

Voter Registration Assistant

Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission

Feb 2016 - Mar 2016 (1 month)

Managed opening/closing of registration centres, secured BVR kits, conducted voter registration and reported progress while consistently meeting weekly registration targets.

Kit Security Data Reporting Field Operations

Network Technician

Muktar Communication Services Limited

Jan 2012 - Feb 2015 (3 years 1 month)

Installed and configured routers, switches and LAN/WAN infrastructures, diagnosed and resolved network faults, and maintained network security to ensure continuous connectivity and uptime across client sites.

LANs & WANs Firewalls Network Security TCP IP

ICT Assistant

Ministry of Fisheries and Development

Jul 2009 - Jan 2010 (6 months)

Performed preventive maintenance, installed and configured operating systems and applications, managed backups and ensured network availability for ministry systems.

Windows OS Installation Backup Network Administration Troubleshooting