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Stephen Kahuria

Stephen Kahuria

Sr. CSP Support Specialist

Summary

As a Cloud Solution Provider Support Specialist, I am a highly skilled and experienced professional with a deep understanding of cloud technologies, platforms, and services. I possess a proven track record of delivering workshops, providing exceptional technical support and customer service, ensuring their success in utilizing cloud solutions effectively and efficiently.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
16
16
Certificates

Work History

Sr. Cloud Solutions Provider Support Specialist

RED DOT DISTRIBUTION
7 2022 - Current
  • Deliver SMB Workshops for Microsoft Cloud Accelerator Events Program
  • Senior Microsoft Cloud Solutions Provider (CSP) Support Specialist responsible for providing technical support and guidance to clients utilizing Microsoft cloud technologies and services across East and Southern Africa regions
  • Deploying, managing, migrating, and optimizing Microsoft cloud solutions such as Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365, Microsoft 365 Defender, Teams, and subscription management.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals on time and within budget.
  • Improved customer satisfaction rates through proactive problem-solving and efficient complaint resolution.

Remote Instructor

UDEMY, Inc.
06.2020 - Current
  • Online Instructor for Oracle Cloud Infrastructure
  • The Complete Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Foundations 2020
  • The course provides candidates with the foundational knowledge of core cloud computing concepts and an understanding of those services in Oracle Cloud Infrastructure
  • Students are ready to take and pass the Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Foundations 2020 1Z0-108520 exam upon completion
  • The certification is for candidates with technical and non-technical backgrounds who want to validate their understanding of Oracle Cloud infrastructure.

Web Developer (Independent Contractor)

01.2021 - 02.2021
  • Coding and designing websites according to client needs and specifications using WordPress and CPANEL Content Management Systems
  • Sender Policy Framework (SPF) and Domain Keys Identified Mail (DKIM) setup and configuration in the ZOHO Office suite.

IT Consultancy Services

MASTERWAYS SACCO SOCIETY
03.2020 - 11.2020
  • Automation of Microsoft SQL Server Database Backup to Cloud Service
  • Migrated and configured company email from Webmail to ZOHO Office Suite
  • Provision of Technical Support Services – Microsoft SQL Server 2016, Windows Server 2012 R2.

Database Administrator

PACIS INSURANCE CO LTD
05.2010 - 06.2020
  • Oracle Database Administrator for an Oracle Database with over 120 users spread across 8 geographical locations(branches) to maintain a database for production and testing; tune database instances for optimal performance; Implement back and recovery; administer database objects; Managed Oracle database by data manipulation, administering accounts, security, passwords ensuring data integrity via the Enterprise Manager, Oracle SQL Developer, TOAD, and SQLPLUS console; Manage ERP System via Oracle WebLogic Server using Admin console; Performed database backup using RMAN; Used Oracle Export tool to export data and Import tool to load data into the target database.

Field Service Representative

COX COMMUNICATIONS
09.2006 - 10.2009
  • Installation, disconnecting, reconnecting, adding, changing, and troubleshooting video, telephony, and high-speed Internet services at customer locations
  • Educate customers regarding their existing and new services, promote other Cox services, and propose solutions to customer problems.

Customer Service/Technical Support

COX COMMUNICATIONS
08.2005 - 09.2006
  • Schedule, confirm, and perform phone, video, and Data service installation appointments
  • Provide technical support and issue resolution to customers, subcontractors, and end-users via E-Mail and phone.

Education

Master of Science - Digital Transformation

Nexford University
Washington, DC
04.2001 -

BSC in Computer Science - undefined

OKLAHOMA CITY UNIVERSITY
Oklahoma City, OK

No Degree - Cloud Platform - Associate Cloud Engineer

Google
Online
04.2001 -

Skills

Customer Support

References

Available upon request.

Timeline

Microsoft Certified: Azure Developer Associate

05-2024

Microsoft Certified: Azure Virtual Desktop Specialty

05-2024

Microsoft Certified: DevOps Engineer Expert

05-2024

Oracle Cloud Infrastructure 2019 Cloud Operations Associate

05-2024

Microsoft Certified: Azure AI Engineer Associate

03-2024

Microsoft Certified: Cybersecurity Architect Expert

03-2024

Microsoft Certified: Security Operations Analyst Associate

03-2024

Microsoft Certified: Azure Network Engineer Associate

02-2024

Microsoft 365 SMB Masters Sales Professional

11-2023

Block 64 Certified Partner Technical Architect

06-2023

Block 64 Certified Solution Assessment Architect

06-2023

Web Developer (Independent Contractor)

01.2021 - 02.2021

Remote Instructor

UDEMY, Inc.
06.2020 - Current

Oracle Autonomous Database Cloud 2019 Certified Specialist

05-2020

Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Foundations 2020 Certified Associate

04-2020

IT Consultancy Services

MASTERWAYS SACCO SOCIETY
03.2020 - 11.2020

VCA-DCV: ESXi 5.1 and vCenter Server 5.1; Virtual Certified Associate-Data Center Virtualization

12-2013

VMware Certified Associate VCA-Cloud

12-2013

Oracle Database 11g Administrator Certified Associate

05-2012

Database Administrator

PACIS INSURANCE CO LTD
05.2010 - 06.2020

Field Service Representative

COX COMMUNICATIONS
09.2006 - 10.2009

Customer Service/Technical Support

COX COMMUNICATIONS
08.2005 - 09.2006

Master of Science - Digital Transformation

Nexford University
04.2001 -

No Degree - Cloud Platform - Associate Cloud Engineer

Google
04.2001 -

Sr. Cloud Solutions Provider Support Specialist

RED DOT DISTRIBUTION
7 2022 - Current

BSC in Computer Science - undefined

OKLAHOMA CITY UNIVERSITY

Certification

Microsoft Certified: Azure Developer Associate

Work Availability

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Stephen KahuriaSr. CSP Support Specialist