Profile
I have a wealth of experience in the Information technology sector; I have worked for Blue chip organizations such as IBM, Bytes Technology group, Compute Corporate as well as Bloemwater, the Free State’s leading Water board/Utility. Some of the recent positions I have occupied include Information Systems Developer at Bloem Water, Unix (AIX) system Administrator at IBM, System/network engineer at Compute Corporate, SAB IT support Desk at IBM, and senior user analyst at bytes Technology Group.
As part of my roles, I was involved in comprehensive programs to analyze the business requirements, troubleshooting and maintaining business systems, implementing change requests and applications using a wide variety of technologies, Develop and maintain the ERP system Applications and Intranet Development, Develop and Maintain Databases relating to afore mentioned Systems.
I have added tremendous value in all the organizations I have worked for and feel that I would be an asset to any organization I may join. I consider myself highly ambitious, curious and an out of the box thinker.
I have worked directly with the previous manager as well as the current interim manager who are my mentor and supervisor respectively, I understand the inherent requirements furthermore I have worked for Bloem Water for two years and a few months, where I have identified areas of concern pertaining to the IT department, systems, procedures and standard Operating procedures and how they can be addresses and to further enhanced Bloem Water’s objectives.
I have the technical and working knowledge of Windows System architecture, Linux Systems and Unix Systems, I have the conceptual understanding as well as the practical experience of cloud based computing, these would also include the Internet services such as apache, IIS and the likes .
The aforementioned windows and linux systems also have database component(s) in which I am proficient in both administering, installing and managing, the technologies would include, Oracle database, MySQL, DB2 and Microsoft SQL server as well and its management studio.
I also have working experience and knowledge of the lean sigma six, ITIL and root cause analysis (RCA) attained from working on international accounts and server systems at International Business Machines (IBM).
Due to the nature of my current position, I deal with the software development life cycle (SDLC) on a daily basis, I have working experience in a variety of programming languages such as Python, C#, VB.Net, Asp.Net, php, HTML, Javascript and the Jquery modification packages for javascript.
I have held junior management positions as well as team lead positions which I have fulfilled well, which include resource management (HR) as well as infrastructure management, insuring the organization’s resources remain available to the relevant users when needed.
I am currently working on my IT degree with UNISA (BCOM Informatics), and I am also preparing to write my MCSA SQL Server exams with the intention of having an MSCE SQL Business intelligence, I have attended courses in ITIL, Lean sigma six green belt and yellow belt. very grateful
Education & Qualifications
High schools attended:
1996 Jan -1996 Dec Louis Botha Technical high School
1997 Jan -2001 Dec Grey college High school
Achievements: Head librarian from 2000-2001 (Grey college)
Awards received: Pieter Beukes cup for outstanding service in the Krause library (end of 2001)
Skills gained: Responsibility, accountability, service providing skills, people skills, team work and sportsmanship.
Qualifications: Matriculation
Tertiary Education
Institute attended: 2002 Jan – 2002 Dec Pretoria Technikon
Course: B-Tech Information Technology
Subjects: Software development
Networking Essentials
Web Development (HTML)
Basic Computing (windows and DOS)
Word processing (Microsoft Office)
IT information skills (communications)
Qualifications: On going with a Different institution
Institute attended: 2003 Jan -2003 Dec Technikon North West
Course: Diploma Fashion design
Subjects: Basic Art
Drawing and illustration
Design
Garment construction
Pattern construction
Human resource
Skill gained: creativity , Innovation, Drawing skills
Qualifications: Dropped Course.
Institute attended: 2004 Jan – date (currently) Belgium Campus IT Varsity
Course: Bachelor’s degree Information Technology
Subjects
(1): Basic computer architecture (A+)
End user computing (MS Office)
Networking Essentials (windows 2000 server, apache TCP/IP)
Web development (HTML PHP Dreamweaver)
Data basing (MS access, SQL)
Software Development (Visual Basic.net)
Subjects
(2): Advanced Networking (Novell, Linux)
Business Management
Project Analysis
Multimedia (Photoshop, macromedia Flash, macromedia Fireworks)
Software development (C++, C#, visual c++)
Data structures
Cisco
Database development (oracle)
Extra courses
Course Name: Conflict Management and Supervisory skills
Institution: Bloemwater
Completion Date: 30 August 2012
Course Type: Class Room Course
Course Name: 1831 SAP Hosting (LTU4195F)
Institution: IBM South Africa
Completion Date: 19 June 2007
Course Type: Online Study
Course Name: Everything About SAP Net Weaver(tm): Understanding the SAP Integration and Applic.(LTU4195F)
Institution: IBM South Africa
Completion Date: 25 October 2007
Course Type: Online Study
Course Name: SAP Solution Manager Overview (BLG0396)
Institution: IBM South Africa
Completion Date: 25 October 2007
Course Type: Online Study
Course Name: AU13 – AIX system admin1 – Implementation
Institution: IBM South Africa
Completion Date: 20 August 2007
Course Type: Class room course
Course Name: AU16 – AIX system admin2 – problem determination
Institution: IBM South Africa
Completion Date: 19 September 2007
Course Type: Class room course
Course Name: DB2 for Unix
Institution: IBM South Africa
Completion Date: 26 September 2007
Course Type: Class room course
Course Name: AIX system admin HACMP
Institution: IBM South Africa
Completion Date: 27 March 2009
Course Type: Class room course
Course Name: Querying Microsoft SQL Server 2012
Institution: CTU
Course Type: Classroom
Course Name: Administering Microsoft SQL Server 2012 Database
Institution: CTU
Course Type: Classroom
Course Name: Implementing a Data warehouse Microsoft SQL Server 2012
Institution: CTU
Course Type: Classroom
Course Name: Implementing a Data Models and Reports with Microsoft SQL Server 2012
Institution: CTU
Course Type: Classroom
Course Name: Designing Business Intelligence solutions with Microsoft SQL Server 2012
Institution: CTU
Course Type: Classroom
Career Summary
Company: Bloemwater
Dates: 26 October 2011 – Date
Position: IT Systems Developer
Job Description:
Manage financial affairs to meet current and future obligations,
Build, operate and maintain infrastructure Ensuring Sustainable and equitable water resource management
Transformation/business processes/Research and development
Engaging in Strategic partnerships
Technical Support
Database Development
Intranet Development
Intranet application Development
Testing and commissioning of new intranet- applications
Database Management
Documenting Functional Specifications
Maximo Administering
Additional Duties:
Database Management (Ensure uptime of 95%) Ensure Data integrity is maintained
Management of ERP resources
Assisting in Managing and maintaining LAN Managing and Maintaining APN
SOP development (Adhering to IT best practice)
Ensuring IT Adheres to OHS standards and -protocols
Hardware and software needs analysis
Compiling Submissions
Developing Departmental Policies pertaining to Information systems
Technologies Used:
Microsoft SQL Server 2008 R2.
Microsoft Visual Studio 2012 C#, VB.Net Web Dev.
Microsoft Visual Studio MVC Method (New at this)
Microsoft .Net Framework.
JQuery and JavaScript
HTML & HTML5.
CSS 3
Google GIS
Maximo 7
PHP
MYSQL
Linux (Ubuntu, Archlinux )
Company: Letlotlo Ranyathole & Associates
Dates: 01 may 2011 –26 October 2011
Position: Business Development Consultant
Job Description:
SMME Development
Network facilitation
Report writing
Coordination of meetings
Client Liaison
Sales
IT consulting for all clients as well as in-house
General Administration
(Corporate Identity) CI development and Logo design
Quality Management System development
Tender Manual development
Installation of software
Web Development
Technologies Used
: Microsoft SQL Express.
Oracle MySQL
Php
HTML
Microsoft Visual Studio 2010 C#, VB.Net Web Dev
Company: BYTES HEALTH CARE SOLUTIONS – Switch/Bytes Technologies
Dates: 12 July 2010 – April 2011
Position: User Support Analyst
Job Description:
Technical assistance
Inbound calls
Installation and testing of software
Troubleshooting technical problems
Remote Desktop assistance
General Desktop support
Skill transfer
Training
Ad-hoc Tasks: Suggested and headed the development of the CRM knowledge base.
Suggested and implemented procedures to standardize call center communications
Email responses from CRM
Technologies Used:
Microsoft SQL Server.
Microsoft Visual Studio 2008 C#, VB.Net Web Dev.
Microsoft .Net Framework.
Microsoft Dynamics.
Company: Project work (North-West DPT of Education)
Dates: From March 2010 – 12 July 2010
Position: Data analyst (North-west Department of education
MEC – Attrition project
Job Description
Data analysis
Conducting research interviews
Capturing Data
Company: IBM SOUTH AFRICA
Dates: From: 1st June2008 – 4th February 2010
Position: IT Specialist (UNIX administrator)
Job Description:
Monitoring
Reporting
Maintenance, administration and support of the AIX and Linux platforms and infrastructure
Problem determination and solving
Compilation, maintenance and support of daily, weekly, monthly and yearly processes
Working with development architects and product specialists to support the e-commerce infrastructure and platforms
After hours availability and support
Capacity planning
Strategic planning
Operational planning
Maintain software and components to latest versions
DRP
Optimum utilization of installed infrastructure, performance management
Identifying and reporting on KPI’s
Implement and maintain appropriate security policies and levels
Backup execution and management
The architecture, configuration, maintenance and support of the AIX and Linux platforms and infrastructure deployed and required in an enterprise e-commerce environment
Printing
Implementation and maintenance of security as per GSD and ITC standards.
Setup and maintain documentation and standards
Perform general technical trouble shooting and vendor liaison.
Storage allocation and maintenance
Skill transfer
Training
Skills Gained:
Root cause analysis skills
Analytical skills
Interpersonal & communication skills
Problem solving skills
Expert technical knowledge
Teamwork
Accountability and responsibility
Self-starter and completer
Sense of urgency
Proactive approach
Share knowledge in team
Technologies Used:
DB2.
Oracle Db.
Unix AIX 5L.
Print Manager.
Interaction with SAP file systems
Company: IBM SOUTH AFRICA
Dates: From: 1st March 2007 – 1st June 2008
Position: IT Specialist (Support)
Job Description:
End user Support
Active Directory
Inbound Call
Call Logging
Resolve queries
Liaise with Resolvers and Client
Company: Compute Corporate Technology Solutions
Dates: From: 1st January – 28 January 2007
Position: Network engineer (Team leader)
Job Description:
Network Administration
Network trouble shooting
Infrastructure setup
Gauteng Online (team leader for Compute)
End user Support
Reason For Leaving: Family Emergency
Technologies Used:
Microsoft Server.
Active Directory
Logme In
Company: Sweet Mamma Software
Dates: From: 3rd February 2006 to 23 November 2006
Position: Jnr. Programmer
Job Description:
Writing VB Programs
Creating Joomla websites
Liaising With clients
Sales
Crystal Reports
Access Reports
Graphics for clients
End user Support
Technologies Used:
Microsoft SQL Server.
VB6, VB.Net
Microsoft Visual Studio.
JavaScript
HTML
CSS
Reason for leaving: Retrenchment
Company: Nissan South Africa (Roslyn Parts Plant Pretoria)
Dates: From: 22nd august 2005 to 27 august 2005
Position: Runner to PraveshBhima
Job Description: Checking stock and call attendant
Reason for leaving: volunteer work
Extracurricular activities
Activity: Student representative council (SRC Belgium Campus)
Duties and Responsibilities: First year mentor, Res – president , Campus Newspaper Editor
Skill gained: handle responsibilities, Teamwork skills, Creative idea generation, Leadership Qualities, People skills
What Motivates me: Challenges, Committed Team mates, Freedom to Think, Self-motivated, Success of project
