Simeo Ochieng
@simeoochieng
IT leader and part-time lecturer specializing in networking, programming, and data analytics.
KenyaWhat I'm looking for
I am an information technology leader and educator with combined experience in IT operations, systems design, networking, programming, and teaching. I hold a BSc in Information Technology (Networking/Programming), I am completing an MSc in Data Analytics, and I have delivered web and standalone systems including event, library, and bursary management solutions.
I bring practical hands-on experience from roles in field technician work, university IT support, freelancing consultancy, and part-time lecturing where I teach networking, programming, data mining and data analytics. I combine technical skills (Windows Server, Linux, CCNA, C/C++, Java, PHP, SQL) with project delivery, training, and documentation experience to drive reliable IT operations and student outcomes.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
KUPart Time Lecturer
KCA University
Jul 2019 - Present (6 years 6 months)
Teach undergraduate and professional courses including data structures, networking, software engineering and Python data analytics, delivering curriculum and mentoring students since 2019.
IT Consultant
Freelancing
Jun 2017 - Present (8 years 7 months)
Provide ongoing computer hardware repair, system maintenance, hard disk cloning and network troubleshooting for clients, delivering practical IT support solutions.
KUTechnician (Volunteer)
KCA University
Sep 2018 - Jun 2019 (9 months)
Provided hardware assembly and repair, disk cloning, software installation, networking setup, Windows Server 2012 and Linux administration during attachment, supporting campus IT operations.
Technician
Three Dimension Technologies Limited
May 2015 - Jul 2018 (3 years 2 months)
Assisted engineers with UPS installation, computer maintenance, CCTV installation, equipment supply and power load balancing, improving on-site uptime and deployment efficiency.
Casual Technician
Kenya Power Lighting Company
Feb 2013 - Nov 2014 (1 year 9 months)
Performed line inspections, maintenance, tree cutting along LV/HT lines and store management, supporting field operations and infrastructure upkeep.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
KUKCA University
Master of Science, Data Analytics
2021 -
Enrolled in a Master of Science in Data Analytics program at KCA University, focusing on advanced data analysis and related technologies.
KTKCA University (professional training)
Professional Certificates, Professional IT Training
2018 - 2019
Completed multiple short professional courses at KCA University including Cisco CCNA levels I–IV, Cyber Security Essentials, and C++ programming.
KUKCA University
Bachelor of Science, Information Technology
2015 - 2018
Completed a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology with specialization in networking and programming.
KCA University / Cybrary (short courses)
Certificates, IT Short Courses
2017 - 2017
Undertook short courses including Linux Essentials, Cryptography, and a Cisco CCNA boot camp to strengthen networking and security skills.
Orero Boys High School
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, Secondary Education
2009 - 2012
Attended secondary school and obtained the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education.
Agoro Sare Primary School
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education, Primary Education
1997 - 2005
Completed primary education and obtained the Kenya Certificate of Primary Education.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
KenyaAuthorized to work in
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