Michael Ombima
@michaelombima
Experienced IT administrator specializing in cybersecurity, systems and network administration.
What I'm looking for
I am an IT administrator with over 7 years of hands-on experience in cybersecurity, systems administration, network administration, ICT infrastructure, and service desk support. I have successfully managed global service desk operations, administered enterprise systems, and led IT support teams to meet SLA targets.
Throughout my career I have implemented disaster recovery and data backup strategies, deployed security controls including firewalls, antivirus and multi-factor authentication, and supported virtualization and server environments. I have coordinated vendor relationships, managed IT assets and budgets, and trained staff across departments.
I hold a Bachelor of Science in Business Information Technology and multiple cybersecurity and IT certifications. I am detail-oriented, adaptable, and committed to building resilient IT operations that align with business goals.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Global Service Desk Analyst
Phastar Ltd
Jan 2024 - Present (1 year 9 months)
Manage global service desk operations, SLAs and ticket escalations while coaching analysts and improving service metrics to increase resolution efficiency. Collaborated on IT policies and maintained first-call support across applications, networks and telephony.
Global IT Administrator
Phastar Ltd
Mar 2020 - Dec 2024 (4 years 9 months)
Administered global IT infrastructure including user account provisioning, hardware/builds, VOIP, asset register and vendor coordination while enforcing preventive maintenance and disaster recovery processes. Managed IT procurements and operational budget control.
System Administrator
Siginon Group
Jan 2018 - Mar 2020 (2 years 2 months)
Maintained servers, virtualization and data center operations, implemented security controls including firewalls and 2FA, and led disaster recovery tests to ensure high availability and recoverability of mission-critical systems.
IT Service Desk Analyst
Bollore Transport & Logistics Kenya
Sep 2014 - Dec 2017 (3 years 3 months)
Provided frontline IT support, triaged incidents via ticketing system, created knowledgebase articles and implemented workstation standards to reduce repeat incidents and improve customer satisfaction.
Management Trainee ICT
Mumias Sugar
Mar 2013 - Apr 2014 (1 year 1 month)
Rotated across ICT functions performing server administration, Active Directory tasks, network monitoring and security configurations while supporting department process improvements and reporting.
Web Master & Graphics Designer
Sahannet Kenya
Jun 2010 - Dec 2011 (1 year 6 months)
Designed and maintained web solutions and digital assets, implemented backups and security measures, and collaborated with clients to deliver visual and web content that met requirements and reduced data loss risk.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Strathmore University
Bachelor of Science, Business Information Technology
2008 - 2013
Bachelor of Science in Business Information Technology focused on integration of business processes and information technology to improve organizational performance and decision-making.
Strathmore University
Higher Diploma, Business Information Technology
2005 - 2007
Higher Diploma in Business Information Technology covering foundational knowledge and skills at the intersection of business and information technology.
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