Taiwo Ishmael
@taiwoishmael1
Experienced IT Support and Systems Administrator specializing in Microsoft 365 and network infrastructure.
What I'm looking for
I am a results-driven IT professional with over 9 years of experience in systems and network administration, Microsoft 365, Windows Server environments, and user support. I have a proven track record of diagnosing, troubleshooting, and resolving complex IT issues both remotely and on-site to ensure high availability and user satisfaction.
I have led IT teams, managed multi-site infrastructure, participated in new store openings, and implemented security-focused solutions including MFA and conditional access policies. My certifications in Microsoft Identity & Access, Teams, Azure Fundamentals, and network security complement hands-on experience with Mikrotik, VPNs, NAS, and ticketing systems like JIRA and OTRS.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Regional IT Infrastructure Engineer
Pricewise Stores Nigeria Ltd
Dec 2024 - Present (10 months)
Provide onsite and remote IT support across multiple retail locations, managing ERPNext, network infrastructure and store openings to ensure minimal downtime and scalable operations.
Network/Systems Administrator
Doveland International Schools
Jan 2023 - Dec 2024 (1 year 11 months)
Managed IT infrastructure for three campuses, achieving 99% uptime by upgrading networks, administering Windows Server 2012 services and coordinating the IT helpdesk for timely issue resolution.
Network Monitoring Systems Engineer
ipNX
Oct 2021 - Jan 2023 (1 year 3 months)
Monitored core network devices and provided first-level infrastructure support, liaising with service providers and managing escalations to resolve critical network incidents rapidly.
Microsoft 365 Support Engineer
TEK-EXPERTS
Jul 2020 - Jun 2021 (11 months)
Provided remote Office 365 support for enterprise customers, handling Exchange Online, migrations, mailbox administration and MFA/conditional access to ensure smooth cloud onboarding and issue resolution.
Head IT / Network Admin
Michael and Cecilia Foundation
Aug 2015 - Feb 2020 (4 years 6 months)
Led IT team and administered network infrastructure including VPNs, security appliances and Windows Server 2012 services, achieving 99% network uptime and managing NAS access controls.
IT Infrastructure Development Manager
De-Edge Hotel
Jul 2014 - Jul 2015 (1 year)
Led IT infrastructure setup and policy development for hotel operations, managing web servers, email systems and user hardware to meet service standards.
ICT Administrator
Best Premier Hotel & Resort
Aug 2012 - May 2014 (1 year 9 months)
Ensured smooth operations of IT support, sound and telecom units, managing web servers, email systems and user hardware across hotel services.
IT Manager
Grand Hotel Resort And Convention Center Asaba
Jan 2012 - Aug 2012 (7 months)
Oversaw IT support, sound and telecom operations and administered associated operating systems and software to maintain hotel services.
IT Support Personnel
Grand Hotel
Jan 2009 - Dec 2011 (2 years 11 months)
Provided general IT support across hotel operations during NYSC service, maintaining user hardware and resolving technical issues to support daily services.
Hardware/Network Engineer Intern
Betsam Engineering
Jan 2007 - Dec 2007 (11 months)
Supported hardware and network tasks in Computer Village, assisting with installations, repairs and basic network configurations during internship.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Ilorin
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
Completed a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science at the University of Ilorin, focusing on core computing principles and systems.
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