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Arnold Nandasaba

Senior Associate Technical Support Engineer - Dimension Data E.A
Nairobi,Nairobi

Summary

I am a Systems Engineer providing first and second level user support for Dimension Data Kenya's clients for 18 years, with experience in managing regional clients on behalf of I.S. group. Key areas of competence include Application programming using Python, Extensive work and support for windows desktop systems, Windows server systems and Linux boxes. Administration of the Request Management System, the anti-virus system, active directory and software patches roll-outs via SCCM/MECM, Server assembly and support, storage library assembly and support, PC (desktops and laptops) hardware support, Network hardware management and cabling, Provision of pre-sales support for Dimension Data products and services especially with peripheral equipment as well as upgradeable hardware. Worked as Dimension Data system's engineer in the region that spanned several counties by being able to divide my tasks in equal measure as well as to hire support staff in as need be basis to enable the completion of required tasks especially in hardware preventive maintenance and network cabling.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Associate Technical Support Engineer

Dimension Data E.A
11.2015 - Current
  • Provide first and second level support for banking industry client
  • Manage localized projects to ensure resilience of the banking systems
  • Provide remote support and training for bank's staff.

Data Center Support Engineer

Access Kenya / Internet Solutions Group
11.2013 - 10.2015
  • Provide first line technical support for the bank's data center
  • Ensure that all servers and storage devices are running optimally
  • Provide preventive maintenance for all data center hardware.

Computer Systems Support Engineer

Access Kenya/Internet Solutions Group
09.2007 - 11.2013
  • Provision of user support for in-house banking software, other Microsoft applications and the operating systems
  • Trouble shooting and solving of hardware and software problems
  • Network cabling
  • Participation in system roll-out and configurations
  • Configuration of PC to use of Microsoft OS and proprietary applications for the PCs as well the servers that run them
  • Management and support of file, antivirus and application servers as well as their backup systems
  • Providing user support for the clients in assigned areas in providing information systems and technology support as when and where required with coverage areas spanning central and upper Rift valley, Western and Nyanza
  • Project management support for commissioning and decommissioning of client branches and associated services.

Information and Communication technology staff

Ministry of Gender, Sports, Culture and Social Services
02.2006 - 04.2006
  • Support for th ministry's computer system
  • Support in the repair and maintenance of ministry's computer hardware
  • Data collection and survey on matters related to ICT as well as networking and cabling.

Junior System Support Engineer

OpenView Business Systems
04.2006 - 08.2007
  • Provision of user support for users on Microsoft windows programs and software
  • Provision of hardware support and network tasks including the assembly and mounting of servers and installation of operating systems
  • Loading and configuring of Standard Chartered bank customized operating system
  • Computer and networks hardware support and maintenance.

Skills

Team Leadership

Performance monitoring

Team Supervision

Data Analytics

Proficient in Dynamics 365,Azure Microsoft ,ITIL v3/v4

Tel

0733561957

Educationcertifications

  • Python, 2024, Python Academy
  • Microsoft Azure Fundamentals, 2023, Microsoft
  • Bachelor of Science, Computer Technology, 2006, Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture & Technology (JKUAT)
  • Certificate in computer studies (ICDL), 2002, Kenya College of Communication Technology
  • Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (K.C.S.E), 2000, Friends' School - Kamusinga

References

  • Waiguru Joshua, ESS Lead for Kenya, Standard Chartered Bank Kenya Limited, Chiromo No 48 off Westlands Road 2/F, Nairobi, + 254 20 329 3315, Joshua.waiguru@sc.com
  • Billy Kipsetim, Branch Operation and Service Manager, SC Bank Kenya Limited, Chiromo No 48 off Westlands Road 2/F, Nairobi, +254 722 736185, billy.k.kipsetim@sc.com
  • James Tek, Support analyst Banking applications, Co-operative Bank of Kenya, P.O. Box 00100 48231, Nairobi, 0733696304, tekjames@gmail.com

Timeline

Senior Associate Technical Support Engineer

Dimension Data E.A
11.2015 - Current

Data Center Support Engineer

Access Kenya / Internet Solutions Group
11.2013 - 10.2015

Computer Systems Support Engineer

Access Kenya/Internet Solutions Group
09.2007 - 11.2013

Junior System Support Engineer

OpenView Business Systems
04.2006 - 08.2007

Information and Communication technology staff

Ministry of Gender, Sports, Culture and Social Services
02.2006 - 04.2006
Arnold NandasabaSenior Associate Technical Support Engineer - Dimension Data E.A