SYDNEY JOHN

Cloud Engineer | IT Support Specialist
Lagos, NG.

About

Highly skilled IT Support Specialist with 3+ years of experience in high-availability environments, transitioning expertise to Cloud Engineering. Proven ability in monitoring system alerts, troubleshooting technical issues, and managing secure user environments across Microsoft 365 and various cloud platforms (Azure, AWS). Adept at leveraging IT service management, incident response, and security protocols to ensure robust, scalable, and compliant cloud infrastructure and seamless service delivery.

Work

MTN Nigeria
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IT Service Desk Analyst

Lagos, Nigeria

Summary

Provided remote IT support, monitored system alerts, and managed user access and security across cloud and on-prem environments for enterprise users.

Highlights

Monitored and responded to critical system alerts using I-Monitor, Grafana, and Prometheus, ensuring rapid incident remediation and maintaining high system stability in high-availability environments.

Managed and secured user identities, permissions, and access controls across Azure Active Directory and hybrid cloud environments, enhancing compliance and data protection.

Utilized ITSM platforms (ServiceNow, Freshdesk, Jira) to track and resolve complex technical issues, consistently meeting SLA targets and improving service delivery efficiency.

Administered and enforced endpoint security and compliance policies across cloud-managed devices using Microsoft Intune, safeguarding enterprise data and infrastructure.

Developed and maintained comprehensive troubleshooting documentation and knowledge base articles, improving operational efficiency and accelerating issue resolution for IT teams.

MTN Nigeria
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End-User Support Engineer

Lagos, Nigeria

Summary

Delivered 24/7 technical support, reduced resolution times, and improved customer satisfaction through root cause analysis and cross-functional collaboration.

Highlights

Delivered 24/7 technical support, consistently achieving exceptional response times under 2 minutes for critical issues, minimizing downtime and maintaining high system availability.

Spearheaded initiatives that reduced overall resolution time by 30% and boosted customer satisfaction by 20% through efficient troubleshooting and proactive problem-solving.

Performed comprehensive root cause analysis for recurring technical issues, implementing permanent solutions that enhanced system reliability and user experience.

Collaborated effectively with cross-functional teams on technical project planning, system deployments, and infrastructure implementations, ensuring seamless integration and operational readiness.

Developed and delivered user training sessions on technical solutions and system optimization, empowering users and reducing support inquiries and improving overall system adoption.

KamCyber Group
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Cybersecurity Intern

Remote

Summary

Completed foundational cybersecurity training and participated in simulated incident responses, gaining practical knowledge in threat identification and mitigation.

Highlights

Completed intensive fundamental training on cybersecurity principles and best practices, acquiring foundational knowledge in threat identification, risk mitigation, and secure protocols essential for cloud infrastructure protection.

Gained practical experience in secure system configurations and data protection within cloud-native environments.

Participated in team exercises to simulate basic security incident responses, developing hands-on skills in analyzing and mitigating cyber threats.

CWG PLC
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End-User Support Engineer

Lagos, Nigeria

Summary

Provided comprehensive technical support, conducted proactive IT systems monitoring, and developed documentation to enhance service quality and efficiency.

Highlights

Reduced technical support ticket resolution time by 25% through efficient problem diagnosis and resolution, enhancing operational throughput and user productivity.

Increased client satisfaction by 20% by implementing proactive problem-solving strategies and maintaining transparent communication throughout the support lifecycle.

Conducted proactive monitoring of IT systems, identifying potential issues before impact and ensuring optimal system reliability and performance.

Developed comprehensive technical proposals and recommendations, leading to improvements in service quality and operational efficiency.

Authored user guides, FAQs, and workflow documentation, streamlining processes and enhancing self-service capabilities for end-users.

Education

Federal University of Technology Owerri
Owerri, Nigeria

Bachelor of Engineering

Chemical Engineering

Certificates

Microsoft Identity and Security Compliance

Issued By

Microsoft

Application Security Practitioner
Google IT Support Fundamentals

Issued By

Google

Microsoft Azure Fundamentals

Issued By

Microsoft

AWS Cloud Practitioner

Issued By

Amazon Web Services (AWS)

Microsoft System Administrator

Issued By

Microsoft

Cloud Security Practitioner (SECOPS)
Unix Administration

Issued By

Udemy

Skills

Cloud Platforms

Microsoft Azure, AWS, Microsoft 365, Unified Endpoint Management (Microsoft Intune), Hybrid Cloud Environments.

IT Service Management (ITSM)

ITIL Framework, Incident & Event Management, Problem Management, Change & Release Management, Service Process Design & Optimization, SLA Tracking, ServiceNow, Freshdesk, Jira.

Cybersecurity & Identity Management

Security Alert Monitoring, Access Control, Identity Management, Security & Compliance, Application Security, Endpoint Security.

System Monitoring & Troubleshooting

I-Monitor, Grafana, Prometheus, Root Cause Analysis, Problem-solving, Technical Support, System Performance Monitoring.

Infrastructure & Operations

Configuration & Asset Management (CMDB), User Account Management, System Setup, Deployment, Unix Administration.

Documentation & Training

Knowledge Base Documentation, Troubleshooting Documentation, User Guides, FAQs, Workflow Documentation, Technical Proposals, User Education.

Collaboration & Communication

Cross-functional collaboration, Stakeholder Management, Client Communication.