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Stephen Masimba

@stephenmasimba

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Skilled IT and business management professional with data analysis expertise.

South Africa

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that fosters innovation and encourages professional growth, where I can utilize my skills in data analysis and IT management.

I am a skilled IT and business management professional with over 5 years of experience in data analysis and visualization, particularly within large health wellness companies. My proficiency in tools such as Power BI, SQL, and MySQL allows me to create insightful and interactive reports and dashboards that drive decision-making and enhance operational efficiency.

Throughout my career, I have successfully managed and optimized SQL databases, ensuring performance and scalability while implementing robust security measures. My role as a System and Database Administrator at Velocity Health involved not only technical responsibilities but also training staff on new technologies and developing comprehensive documentation to support our data systems. I am passionate about leveraging my expertise to advance as an Information Systems specialist, contributing to innovative solutions that improve health outcomes.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

System and Database Administrator

Velocity Health

Jan 2021 - Dec 2023 (2 years 11 months)

Installed and configured software and hardware for data analysis and visualization, developing and optimizing SQL databases for performance and scalability. Monitored system performance, troubleshot issues, and ensured database security through access controls and backups.

Power BI Azure SQL MySQL T SQL Python PHP HTML CSS JavaScript Agile Jira Data Analysis Data Visualization

IT Specialist and Supervisor

Checkpoint Health

Jan 2017 - Dec 2020 (3 years 11 months)

Developed and managed systems for health risk assessment and wellness, creating data-driven reports and dashboards using Power BI, SQL, and MySQL. Administered and optimized databases, managed security, and provided technical support for database maintenance and disaster recovery.

Power BI SQL MySQL Azure Database Management Technical Support PHP JavaScript HTML

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Midlands State University

Bachelor of Science, Information Systems

Grade: Honors Degree

Completed a Bachelor of Science in Information Systems with Honors. Gained foundational knowledge in information systems, preparing for a career in IT and business management.

LinkedIn Course

Certificate of Completion, SQL and Networking

Completed the Advanced SQL: Logical Query Processing 1 and 2 courses on LinkedIn. Also completed CompTIA Network+ (N10-007) Cert Prep: 1 and 2.

ICSI

Certificate of Completion, Network Security

Obtained a Certificate of Completion in Certified Network Security Specialist from ICSI. This certification enhanced knowledge in network security principles and practices.