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Ikechukwu Arinze

@ikechukwuarinze

IT Support & security operations specialist specializing in Microsoft 365/Entra ID, endpoint security, and Fortigate VPN connectivity.

Nigeria
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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for a remote global role where I can deliver SLA-driven IT support and security operations—managing Microsoft 365/Entra ID, endpoint security (CrowdStrike), and firewall/VPN connectivity—with room to grow and I’m open to visa sponsorship and relocation.

I’m an Enterprise IT Support & Security Operations Specialist with hands-on experience managing hybrid identity systems, modern cloud workplaces, and network security infrastructure. I deliver strict SLA-driven service delivery while securing endpoints and streamlining access across Microsoft 365, Microsoft Entra ID, and Microsoft Intune.

In my current role, I own end-to-end resolution of IT incidents across Windows and hybrid environments, managing 40–80+ weekly support tickets in Jira Service Management under tight SLA targets. I administer Entra ID and Active Directory for onboarding/offboarding and group policies, deploy global endpoints with Intune and Autopilot, and monitor compliance using CrowdStrike Falcon. I also manage edge security and remote access through Fortigate and Sophos firewall rules, site-to-site VPNs, and authentication troubleshooting—plus advanced hardware support like BIOS configuration, peripheral repair, and driver optimization.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

FR

IT Infrastructure & Cloud Consultant

Freelance

Apr 2021 - Oct 2024 (3 years 6 months)

Engineered and maintained cloud-hosted environments and Active Directory frameworks for small-business clients, resolving reported technical issues through remote support and communication. Performed system diagnostics and basic server/application troubleshooting while supporting the deployment and maintenance of cloud-hosted applications, including connectivity and performance support.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

HA

Holberton School (ALX Africa)

Certificate in Software Engineering, Software Engineering

2022 - 2023

Completed a Certificate in Software Engineering with Holberton School (ALX Africa) between 2022 and 2023.

Nnamdi Azikiwe University logoNU

Nnamdi Azikiwe University

Bachelor of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering

2017 - 2023

Earned a Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering from Nnamdi Azikiwe University (Awka) between 2017 and 2023.

Federal Polytechnic Nekede logoFN

Federal Polytechnic Nekede

National Diploma (OND), Mechanical Engineering

2013 - 2015

Completed an OND in Mechanical Engineering at Federal Polytechnic Nekede (Owerri) from 2013 to 2015.

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