Mahamadou KANTE

Role objectives Design & deploy network solutions, LANs, WANs, VOIP & wireless networks, including switches, routers, firewalls & other security appliances. Perform installation, maintenance & upgrade of security related network equipment such as firewall or proxy devices, in particular checkpoint’s products & systems. Maintain high availability & clustered firewall environment using checkpoint HA. Safeguarding the organization IT landscapes by efficiently resolving incidents, proactively preventing security threats & implementing changes accurately on the first attempt. Conduct internal studies of network security & traffic analysis, monitor network connectivity & ensure high quality data transmission. Monitor firewall activities, IPS & relevant policies to ensure secure data transmissions. Protect the firewall infrastructure by implementing best practices & correct hardening standards. Review & mitigate vulnerabilities as reported by security vulnerability notifications & assessment reports. Administration of Cisco ISE & TACACS configuration & ensuring appropriate network security, data security & access controls are implemented as per the organization’s policies. Maintain & support the mission VoIP network (Cisco unified communications). Identify, diagnose & resolve network problems & provide technical support for network connectivity & related issues. Assist in providing end user support as required. Perform other related duties as required.

Work in a mixed environment dominated by network security. Under the direct supervision of the Chief of Integrated Operation Support Unit (ISOU). I manage security systems appliances (Checkpoint Security Appliance, Cisco ASA FirePower, Cisco ISE), monitor network equipment (Cisco Prime Infrastructure, Cisco Wireless Controller) and support end users. Terminal management: switches, access points, printers, IP telephones, security gateways. I assess system performance analyses data and suggest remedial solutions to my line supervisor, if necessary, I go out into the field to maintain service performance.

The ICT Assistant will assist on the following areas: • Installing and configuring services on Windows Server 2008 R2 and/or Windows Server 2012 R2 in accordance with the architecture defined by the ICT Manager. • Maintain and administer systems running Windows Server 2008 R2 and/or Windows Server 2012 R2 in accordance with established procedures. • Conduct performance and monitoring audits using system monitoring tools such as Nagios and Solarwinds to ensure 98% availability of systems and services. • Conduct planned activities on the servers (maintenance, installations, modifications, updates). • Resolve server-related problems (Active Directory, DNS, Files, Printing) Follow ITIL processes for managing incidents, requests, and change requests. • Server status reports. Storage and backup: • Manage and administer SAN (Storage Area Network) storage platforms in accordance with established procedures. • Manage and administer storage spaces by installing and configuring disks and provisioning storage spaces. Implement initiative and preventive measures to avoid storage problems/errors. • Backup system and network configurations with HP StoreEver and Veritas Netbackup. • Working with project managers to implement procedures for backing up essential data. • Respond to backup and restore requests. • Monitor backup alerts and conduct maintenance tasks. • Setup Manage the LAN network (wired and wireless networks) according to the program’s main network plan. • Manage the logical connection between the inside and outside of the network or between sub-networks (VPN). • Manage access to network resources (Antivirus protection, Firewall, Intrusion prevention). • Conduct performance and monitoring audits using network equipment monitoring tools such as FortiGate and Cisco ASA to ensure 99% LAN network availability. • Implementing IT solutions as well as system and network.

MAY 2017 TO SEPTEMBER 2016: TECHNOLOGY ADMINISTRATOR AT EDC/PACETEM The Technology Manager is responsible for the coordination, maintenance, and management of the IT assets. He also supports the development of the database for monitoring and evaluation activities. The project director supervises He/She. FEBRUARY 2017 TO FEBRUARY 2016: IT CONSULTANT/STUDIO TECHNICIAN FOR THE PROJECT "EQUITABLE ACCESS TO QUALITY EDUCATION FOR GIRLS AND BOYS IN INSECURE AREAS OF MALI", FUNDED BY USAID, LED BY UNICEF AND THE EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT CENTRE (EDC). FEBRUARY 2016 - OCTOBER 2016: IT CONSULTANT EDC/PACEN PROVIDE TECHNICAL SUPPORT TO THE IT/LEARNING DEVELOPMENT TEAM. FUNCTION AS INTERIM IT COORDINATOR; FUNDED BY USAID. SEPT 2015 - JUNE 2013: IT ASSISTANT AND PRODUCTION MANAGER FOR MLEARNING MODULES AT EDC/PAJE NIETA (SUPPORT PROJECT FOR YOUNG ENTREPRENEURS), FUNDED BY USAID. Supporting the IT (Information and Technology) team. Production mLearning +200 Modules (Mobile Learning). FEBRUARY - APRIL 2014: ICT/TELECOMMUNICATIONS OPERATOR HCR/KAYES • Distribute messages received by radio, fax, and other communications. • Ensures that all communications given to it are properly prepared and transmitted promptly. • Choose the most effective and economical means of communication, considering the order of priority. Keep an up-to-date record of all incidents relating to the use of telecommunications equipment. • Ensure that unauthorized communications are transmitted via the UNHCR network. • Ensures that all equipment under its responsibility is maintained in good working order. • Support new employees to use telecommunications equipment correctly. JUNE 2013 - OCTOBER 2008: STUDIO TECHNICIAN (HARMONISED EDUCATION ENHANCEMENT SUPPORT PROGRAMME) AT USAID/PHARE Production of 340 EIR (Interactive Teaching by Radio) lessons of 30 minutes each. Participating of the teachers training in Mali in the use of IER.