OKORIE CHIKA
BEHIND ASO ESTATES, AIRPORT ROAD, ABUJA, NIGERIA
Mobile:-,-|-Motivated IT support technician seeks new position in dynamic, growth-oriented company
focused on cultivating exceptional customer experience and a positive work environment. With
experience handling networking concerns, implementing new software, installing new
hardware, and addressing user concerns, I bring attention to detail and a dedication to
technical improvement to each job. Past achievements include new network architecture
component selection and implementation, earning leading industry certifications, and driving
the achievement of departmental goals.
WORK HISTORY
Jetlink Limited – Airtel Nigeria Contractor
IT Support Engineer // Abuja, Nigeria // May 2019 to Present
Install, configure and troubleshoot issues with Airtel KYC devices in the North Central
Zone of the country – over 3000 devices.
Report daily on all issues encountered on the online platform
Verify repairs on Airtel KYC devices done by other vendors
IT Systems and network management
End User Support (Installations, hardware and software troubleshooting, Applications
support, Updates, etc).
Incident Management – Logging and Closing of Users Incident and request tickets.
Providing support to users in remote locations. (Via phone and Remote Desktop
platforms)
Microsoft Outlook: Setup, client side mailbox management on PCs and mobile devices.
Add new users/devices to network; configure network printers on new end user
computers
Provides Add/Move/Change request support relating to desktop infrastructure for all
Airtel showroom and zonal Offices staffs in Abuja.
VPN installations and configurations for remote access
Video Conferencing set up (Polycom and Skype for business)
Troubleshoot connectivity and print issues in the regional office
Laura Foods Limited
ICT Executive // Abuja, Nigeria // February 2018 to May 2019
Manage and maintain all company IT systems and effect repairs and replacements
where necessary.
Windows Server Active Directory Administration, back-end email management, website
management.
Perform data backups and disaster recovery operations for users
Provides IT training and training manuals for company staffs.
Microsoft Outlook: Setup, troubleshooting and desktop user assistance, client side
mailbox management on PCs and mobile devices.
Add new users/devices to network; configure network printers on new client
computers.
CCTV maintenance and repairs.
Building close relationships with key vendors to ensure that problems are addressed
quickly.
Provides Add/Move/Change request support relating to desktop infrastructure for all
staffs
Troubleshooting Wireless and Wired connections and ISP connectivity.
Inventory management with QuickBooks POS Software
Point of Sale technical Support
Freelance IT Technician
ICT Support Technician // Abuja, Nigeria // April 2017 to January 2018
Installed software, modified and repaired hardware and resolved technical issues.
Resolved problems with malfunctioning products.
Incident Management
End User support for Revit and AutoCAD software
Followed up with clients to ensure optimal customer satisfaction.
Resolved customer issues in a clear, courteous and straightforward manner.
Ordered necessary supplies and parts to repair malfunctioning hardware.
Repaired and replaced hardware, including HDDs, RAM, Keyboard, etc.
Resolved virus and malware issues with a 100% success rate.
Resolved computer hardware and software, printing, installation, word processing,
email and operating systems issues.
ISON Technologies Solutions Limited
IT Support Engineer // Ibadan, Nigeria // January 2014 to March 2017
IT Systems and network management
End User Support (Installations, hardware and software troubleshooting, Applications
support, Updates, etc).
Incident Management – Logging and Closing of Users Incident and request tickets.
(Maximo, later MaxIT and SpiceWorks)
Providing support to users in remote locations. (Via phone and Remote Desktop
platforms)
Microsoft Outlook: Setup, client side mailbox management on PCs and mobile devices.
Add new users/devices to network; configure network printers on new end user
computers
Provides Add/Move/Change request support relating to desktop infrastructure for all
Airtel showroom and zonal Offices staffs in Oyo State.
VPN installations and configurations for remote access
Video Conferencing set up (Polycom and Skype for business)
Set up and configured hardware and software on company equipment.
Implemented company policies, technical procedures and standards for preserving the
integrity and security of data, reports and access.
Maintained accurate hardware and software inventories
Freelance IT Technician
ICT Support Technician // Ado-Ekiti and Akure, Nigeria // July 2012 to January 2014
Installed software, modified and repaired hardware and resolved technical issues.
Resolved problems with malfunctioning products.
Followed up with clients to ensure optimal customer satisfaction.
Ordered necessary supplies and parts to repair malfunctioning hardware.
Repaired and replaced hardware, including HDDs, RAM, Keyboard, etc.
Resolved virus and malware issues with a 100% success rate.
Resolved computer hardware and software, printing, installation, word processing,
email and operating systems issues.
NYSC State Secretariat
Chemistry Teacher // Ado Ekiti, Nigeria // July 2011 to June 2012
Preparing lesson plans, teaching classes and evaluating student progress.
Encouraging students and acting as teacher–advisors for students.
Maintaining discipline in the classroom.
Running extracurricular sports, clubs and activities (voluntary)
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
Adekunle Ajasin University // Akungba-Akoko, Ondo state, Nigeria // April 2011
National Diploma - Science Laboratory Technology
FEDERAL UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY// Akure, Ondo State, Nigeria // December 2005
Intermediate Diploma - Science Laboratory Technology (Chemistry Option)
Nigerian Institute of Science Laboratory Technology, Secretariat // Ibadan, OYO
// December 2005
Secondary Education
Federal Government College // Ido-ani, Ondo State // July 2001
Primary School Leaving Certificate EDU NURSERY AND PRIMARY SCHOOL // Akure, Ondo State // July 1995
CERTIFICATIONS
Microsoft Specialist – Windows 7 Enterprise Desktop Support Technician
Microsoft Certified IT Professional – Windows 7 Enterprise Desktop Support Technician
Microsoft Certified Solution Associate – Windows 7
TRAININGS OBTAINED
CISCO CERTIFIED NETWORK ADMINISTRATION – NIIT AKURE STUDY CENTRE, 2012
DIPLOMA IN COMPUTER NETWORKING – ALISON ONLINE STUDY, COMPLETED
IT SUPPORT FUNDAMENTALS – EDEX ONLINE STUDY, ONGOING
COMPTIA A-PLUS - SELF STUDY
WINDOWS SERVER 2008 ADMINISTRATION – SELF STUDY
APPLE CERTIFIED MAC TECHNICIAN – SELF STUDY
SKILLS
Hardware support for desktops, laptops, tablets,
smart phones and printers. Mobile data devices
installation
Remote Access technology and support
CISCO basic router management
Data backup and retrieval
Active Directory (Users and Computers)
Microsoft Office 2010, 2013, 2016 and
SharePoint 2013
IT Incident Management
Microsoft Windows Server 2012 and Skype for
Business
Microsoft Windows 7, 8, 8.1, and 10
LAN installation and management.
Self-starter
Patient
Innovative thinker
Focused
Detail-orientated
Strong communication skills
Excellent problem-solving abilities
Fast learner
Honest and trustworthy
REFERENCES
1. Aquila Effiong –
EUS Team Manager, Jetlink Limited, Nigeria
Plot L2, 401 Close, Banana Island, Ikoyi, Lagos-. Emmanuel Teknikio –
Finance Department, Nigeria Agip Oil Company, Port Harcourt-. Godwin Onwubolu –
Managing Director, Laura Foods Limited, Abuja-
External Links:
LinkedIN
https://www.linkedin.com/in/chika-okorie-/
Fiverr Freelance Services
https://www.fiverr.com/chikaokorie931