Vincent Wachira
@vincentwachira
Hands-on IT leader and certified cloud architect with impactful solutions.
What I'm looking for
I am a hands-on IT leader and certified cloud architect with a passion for building high-performing teams and delivering impactful technical solutions. Throughout my career, I've thrived on solving complex problems and driving operational efficiency across various industries—from fast-paced e-commerce startups to established financial institutions.
My expertise includes cloud architecture, cybersecurity, and infrastructure management. I enjoy mentoring and empowering teams, streamlining IT processes, and implementing projects that not only meet business goals but also exceed user expectations. My commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence has consistently resulted in enhanced performance and customer satisfaction.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
IT Manager
Victory Farms
Dec 2024 - Present (6 months)
Led the design, implementation, and optimization of cloud-based infrastructure solutions. Oversaw the design, implementation, and maintenance of enterprise-wide networks, including LAN, WAN, VPN, and wireless networks. Developed and enforced robust cybersecurity policies, procedures, and controls to protect sensitive data, systems, and networks.
IT Consultant
Intellify IT
Jan 2024 - Dec 2024 (11 months)
Collaborated with various organizations to enhance internal processes and integrate systems, significantly streamlining their operations. Contributed to impactful volunteer projects through Democracy Labs, applying IT solutions to drive social impact.
Programmatic Head of Technical Support
Wasoko
Jun 2023 - Jan 2024 (7 months)
Led a cross-functional team, defining project scope, goals, and deliverables, which resulted in a 20% reduction in ticket resolution time. Managed project budgets and resources effectively, ensuring timely delivery of key initiatives within financial constraints. Collaborated with engineering to implement system improvements based on user feedback, enhancing overall performance by 30%.
IT Manager
Nala Inc.
Sep 2022 - May 2023 (8 months)
Led global desktop and infrastructure teams, optimizing workflows and increasing productivity by 20%. Managed the successful implementation of a new data center in Tanzania, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and budget targets. Implemented robust quality assurance measures, leading to a 25% improvement in customer satisfaction and a 20% reduction in critical issue resolution time.
Senior Technology Associate
Open Capital Advisors
Aug 2021 - Sep 2022 (1 year 1 month)
Defined project scope and collaborated with external developers to deliver internal software solutions, improving operational efficiency by 20%. Supported the development of a catalogue of business process improvement initiatives, demonstrating a commitment to continuous improvement. Built data solutions to enable informed decision-making, showcasing experience with data analysis and visualization
IT Manager
Odex Chemicals Ltd
Nov 2017 - Jul 2021 (3 years 8 months)
Established the IT department from the ground up, documenting SOPs, establishing policies, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Implemented a ticketing system, increasing issue tracking accuracy by 15% and streamlining support operations. Automated routine tasks using Microsoft Power Automate and PowerApps, improving efficiency and reducing manual workload.
Systems Administrator
Globefinity Systems Ltd
Jan 2014 - Oct 2017 (3 years 9 months)
Provided technical support to end-users, resolving 95% of reported issues and ensuring minimal disruption to operations. Conducted system assessments and implemented optimizations, improving overall performance by 15%. Developed technical documentation for end-users, reducing their reliance on support services by 20%.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Daystar University
Bachelor of Applied Computer Science, Applied Computer Science
Pursued a Bachelor of Applied Computer Science, gaining a strong foundation in computer science principles. Developed practical skills in various computing disciplines relevant to real-world applications.
Professional Cloud Architect, Cloud Architecture
Attained the Google Professional Cloud Architect certification, demonstrating advanced expertise in designing and managing scalable, secure, and highly available solutions on Google Cloud Platform. This certification validates proficiency in cloud architecture best practices and implementation.
The Knowledge Academy
ISO/IEC 27001 ISMS Lead Auditor, Information Security Management Systems Auditing
Certified as an ISO/IEC 27001 ISMS Lead Auditor through The Knowledge Academy. This qualification enables the auditing of Information Security Management Systems to ensure compliance with international standards.
Udacity
Cloud DevOps Engineer, Cloud DevOps Engineering
Completed the ALX-T Cloud DevOps Engineer program via Udacity, focusing on modern cloud infrastructure and DevOps methodologies. Acquired hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines, automation, and cloud deployment strategies.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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Location
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