Kovy Kanu
@kovykanu
Experienced system engineer passionate about innovative IT solutions.
What I'm looking for
As a seasoned system engineer with a passion for designing and implementing innovative solutions, I have consistently delivered results that optimize operational efficiency and drive business growth. My expertise spans system architecture, storage, virtualization, and business continuity, with a strong focus on translating complex requirements into scalable and cost-effective solutions.
Throughout my career, I have led numerous high-impact projects, including the installation and integration of Access points and CCTV systems for Heritage Bank, designing disaster recovery solutions for Interswitch Group, and implementing data tiering frameworks that significantly reduced CAPEX. My approach combines a deep understanding of technological intricacies with business objectives, ensuring that solutions align with organizational goals.
I excel in managing and optimizing infrastructure, ensuring high availability, security, and performance. My experience includes working with a variety of technologies such as NetApp StorageGRID, VMware vSphere, and Commvault, as well as leading migration and upgrade projects that have enhanced operational efficiency and reduced costs.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
System Engineer
Interswitch Group
May 2022 - Present (3 years)
As a System Engineer at Interswitch Group, I focus on designing and implementing infrastructure solutions, managing disaster recovery plans, and automating administrative tasks. I ensure optimal performance and security of systems while translating business requirements into scalable designs.
Data Center Support
Heritage Bank Plc
Dec 2020 - May 2022 (1 year 5 months)
In my role as Data Center Support at Heritage Bank, I managed physical and virtual server environments, ensured compliance with security standards, and monitored storage and compute resources. I also handled backup management and troubleshooting complex issues with Commvault.
IT Support Officer
Hightech Data System
Jul 2019 - Dec 2020 (1 year 5 months)
As an IT Support Officer at Hightech Data System, I supported users by ensuring optimal performance of IT infrastructure, managed LAN/WAN issues, and provided troubleshooting for network connectivity and ATM terminals.
IT Support Officer
3J’s Hotels Limited
Jan 2016 - Jul 2019 (3 years 6 months)
In my role as IT Support Officer at 3J’s Hotels, I managed Wi-Fi access for guests, configured network printers, and oversaw business center operations. I also provided troubleshooting and maintenance for computers and peripherals.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Tansian University
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
2015 -
Goodswill Senior Secondary School
West African Senior School Certificate Examination, WASSCE
2010 - 2010
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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