Ephraim Chinga
@ephraimchinga
Senior IT Manager and Cybersecurity Specialist driving resilient cloud and broadcast systems.
What I'm looking for
I am a results-driven Senior IT Manager and Cybersecurity Specialist with over nine years of progressive experience in IT operations, systems administration, network security, and digital transformation. I lead multidisciplinary teams to align technology strategy with organizational goals across corporate, NGO, and SME environments.
At a national broadcast network I directed mission-critical broadcast infrastructure and led Zambia's 2021 General Election coverage with real-time cloud-based signal delivery and zero downtime. I have driven enterprise cloud migrations that improved resilience and reduced operational costs by 20% while implementing robust disaster recovery and business continuity plans.
I develop and enforce cybersecurity frameworks, incident response protocols, and data governance policies, and hold certifications including CEH (in progress) and CCNA. I also consult for NGOs on digital transformation, designing engagement platforms and advising on data protection and sustainable infrastructure.
I combine technical depth in cloud, networking, and security with hands-on experience in broadcasting, live streaming, and IT leadership to deliver reliable, scalable solutions. I am committed to continuous learning and advancing cybersecurity expertise through graduate study.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior IT Manager
Diamond Television
Jan 2026 - Present (2 months)
Oversee IT operations, infrastructure, and security for a national broadcast network; led cloud migration that improved resilience and reduced operational costs by 20% and implemented cybersecurity and incident response frameworks.
IT Consultant
Ascend Futures Foundation
Jul 2024 - Present (1 year 8 months)
Deliver IT consultancy and digital transformation strategy for NGO programmes; designed and deployed digital engagement platforms and advised on data protection and cybersecurity policies.
IT Manager
Diamond Television
Jan 2020 - Jan 2026 (6 years)
Led IT operations and infrastructure upgrades, architected disaster recovery and ensured 24/7 uptime; directed real-time cloud-based broadcast signal delivery for Zambia's 2021 General Election with zero downtime.
IT Officer
Diamond Television
Apr 2017 - Jan 2020 (2 years 9 months)
Provided Tier 1/2 technical support and systems administration for broadcast and IT infrastructure, maintained backups and disaster recovery readiness to ensure seamless on-air operations.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Lusaka
Master of Science, Cybersecurity
2024 -
Pursuing a Master of Science in Cybersecurity, currently enrolled since 2024 with CEH progress noted.
University of Lusaka
Bachelor of Science, Information Systems and Technology
2022 - 2025
Enrolled in a Bachelor of Science in Information Systems and Technology program from 2022 to 2025.
University of Zambia
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
2012 - 2017
Completed a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, covering systems, networking, and software fundamentals.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
Authorized to work in
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