VICTOR KARIUKI
Systems Auditing and Analysis
Nairobi
Summary
Forward-thinking Senior Consultant with outstanding knowledge of Systems development and design protocols with competency in developing project and implementation plans. Successful in meeting new challenges and finding effective solutions. Excellence, critical thinking and team-building talents is a plus. Competent in staff management, data modeling, and proposal development.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Systems Analyst Consultant
Netweb Interactive
Nairobi
2021.01 - Current
- Managed on-site evaluations, internal audits for Government and International NGOs
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to team
- Performed system analysis, documentation, testing, implementation, and user support for platform transitions.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service
- Developed Help desk solution for Ministry of Lands on behalf of Food Agriculture Organization KE based upon strict requirements
- Managed team of 30 employees, overseeing training, and professional growth of employees
- Improved systems with addition of new features and infrastructure.
Lead Software Developer
Netweb Interactive ltd
Nairobi
2018.01 - 2021.11
- Collaborated with project managers to select ambitious, but realistic coding milestones on pre-release software project development.
- Revised, modularized and updated old code bases to modern development standards, reducing operating costs, and improving functionality.
- Worked closely with more than 200 International and national organizations, Government institutions, Small and medium businesses to improve tech strategy as well as advising clients on future of Technology in respect to their business model
- Architected data engineering pipelines to support machine learning performance.
- Integrated constructive programs into cohesive product.
- Collaborated with project managers to select ambitious, but realistic coding milestones on pre-release software project development
- Revised, modularized and updated old code bases to modern development standards, reducing operating costs and improving functionality
- Participated in software field testing to verify in-situ performance of developed projects
Junior System Analyst
Netweb Interactive Ltd
Nairobi
2016.01 - 2018.11
- Coordinated data collection and Visualization via ODK and COMMCARE mobile platforms for BHESP in development of mapping system
- Identified needed business improvements and determined appropriate systems required to implement solutions
- Organized system infrastructure documentation and operating procedures, strengthening controls and enhancing overall performance by over 80%
- Planned and conceived computer systems using information engineering, data modeling and structured analysis
- Produced charts and diagrams to assist with problem analysis
- Oversaw over 90% of installation of software programs and hardware systems to clients to meet customer requirements.
Database Administrator
Archtrek Safaris Ltd
Nairobi
2014.01 - 2016.12
- In charge of running and generating query's and reports
- Auditing database access and requests, maintain security and limit access
- Debugging issues on live data
- Advise Management on Long-Term Capacity Plans and Growth
- Wrote and maintained technical and functional specifications to document database intentions and requirements
- Administered, supported and monitored databases by proactively resolving database issues and maintaining servers for over 100 clients
- Set up and controlled user profiles and access levels for each database segment to protect important data.
Graphic Designer
Adonis Designs Ltd
Nairobi
2012.02 - 2013.09
- Create visual concepts that to communicate ideas that inspire , inform and captivate customers
- Completed in-depth product design tests with help of Corel Draw , Photoshop and In-design , models and design systems
- Designed website layouts, templates and unique branded looks for over 100 clients.
- Put together videos for social media, advertising and informational purposes
- Built corporate brands by designing cohesive looks between elements such as logos and letterheads.
Help Desk Support Specialist
Office of the President
Nairobi
2008.01 - 2008.11
- Patched software and installed new versions to eliminate security problems and protect data.
- Broke down and evaluated user problems, using test scripts, personal expertise, and probing questions for all Ministry users
- Configured hardware and granted system permissions to new employees
- Configured hardware, devices, and software to set up work stations for employees.
- Installed new desktop systems and migrated data to new machines of over 200 computers
Education
Bachelor of Science - Information Tech, Distributed Systems
KCA University
Nairobi 2012.10 - 2012.11
No Degree - ZTE Lotus Notes Administration
ZTE China
China 2009.05 - 2009.05
Diploma - Information Technology
Technical University of Mombasa
Mombasa 2007.11 - 2007.05
Kenya Certificate Secondary Education - KCSE
Ndururumo High School
Nyahururu 2001.02 - 2004.05
Skills
Project ManagementSystems Auditing & Security
Service desk team management
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Training and Development
Excellent Communication
Accomplishments
- Set up of Customer Care / Help desk Management System for Food & Agriculture Organization Kenya On Behalf of the Ministry of Lands and Physical Planning, which its main aim was to increase efficiency in service provision and customer complaint and request tracking
- Travel Authorization System for Norwegian Refugee Council Regional Office to automate, manage and track travels across the region
- Warehouse Management System for Norwegian Refugee Council Regional office to tackle issues in regards to lack of proper workflow in stock taking, requisition, issuing and transfers to field offices
- Asset Management System Norwegian Refugee Council Regional office to maintains things of value for NRC, Barcoding verification and Asset disposal
- Development of Young Education Pack Database System Daadab
- Athi Holiday Resort Management System - Development of Hotel Management System running a 60 rooms and conference facilities, implemented LAN and Integration with IP Telephone System
- Tier 3 Data Center Setup for Kenya Airports Authority, a Turnkey solution for Kenya Airports Authority Tier 2 Data Center at Jomo Kenya International Airport The project included Network Cabling Infrastructure, Power Cabling in the Data Center, Supply, installation and setting up of Air-Conditioning and cooling System, Security, Network Infrastructure and Environmental Monitoring and Maintenance Setting up of Server Room/ LAN/ Video Conference Equipment
Affiliations
- Association of Information Technology Professionals
Certification
ITIL Foundations - Service Management
Referees
· Kevin Mbugua - Cloud Specialist , Oxfam International
Tel: 0723806235
Email: kevinmbugua4@gmail.com
· James Maina - Director , Archtrek Safaris Ltd
Tel: 0722 565661
Email : info@archtreksafaris.com
· Ken Kivevo - ICT Head , Bhesp
Email : info@bhesp.org / kkivevo@gmail.com
Timeline
Systems Analyst Consultant
Netweb Interactive
2021.01 - Current
ITIL Foundations - Service Management
2019-08
Certified Information Systems Auditor
2019-06
Lead Software Developer
Netweb Interactive ltd
2018.01 - 2021.11
Business Analysis Fundamentals
2016-08
Project Management Fundamentals
2016-05
Junior System Analyst
Netweb Interactive Ltd
2016.01 - 2018.11
Database Administrator
Archtrek Safaris Ltd
2014.01 - 2016.12
Bachelor of Science - Information Tech, Distributed Systems
KCA University
2012.10 - 2012.11
Graphic Designer
Adonis Designs Ltd
2012.02 - 2013.09
No Degree - ZTE Lotus Notes Administration
ZTE China
2009.05 - 2009.05
Help Desk Support Specialist
Office of the President
2008.01 - 2008.11
Diploma - Information Technology
Technical University of Mombasa
2007.11 - 2007.05
Kenya Certificate Secondary Education - KCSE
Ndururumo High School
2001.02 - 2004.05