KennedyKorir

Senior IT Infrastructure
Ksh190,000 / month

About Candidate

ICT Infrastructure and Digital Workplace professional with 14 years of experience in enterprise IT operations, end-user computing, Microsoft technologies, infrastructure support, endpoint management, cybersecurity and multi-site ICT service delivery.

 

Currently supporting enterprise infrastructure and digital workplace services at AAR Insurance, providing L3/L4 technical support across multiple branches and business locations. Hands-on experience administering Microsoft 365, Microsoft Intune, Active Directory, Windows Server, Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, Entra ID, DNS, DHCP, Cisco networking, Zscaler, FortiGate, VMware and remote-access technologies.

Experienced in deploying and managing Windows endpoints, supporting Microsoft 365 users, implementing endpoint security controls, troubleshooting complex incidents, supporting user onboarding, maintaining enterprise infrastructure and working collaboratively with security, systems, applications and service-delivery teams.

Strong customer service orientation with the ability to translate complex technical issues into practical solutions for business users. Experienced in technical documentation, user support, infrastructure projects, POCs, IT controls, security remediation and continuous service improvement.

Location

Education

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Master of Science in Information Technology 2025
Kaimosi Friends University

Master of Science in Information Technology

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Bachelor of Science in Information Technology 2010 – 2013
Moi University

Bachelor of Science in Information Technology

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Diploma in Information Technology 2008 – 2009
Elgon View College

Diploma in Information Technology

Work & Experience

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Senior IT Infrastructure 30 January 2025 – Present - Present
AAR INSURANCE

• Provide enterprise infrastructure, digital workplace and L3/L4 technical support across AAR's Kenya operations and branch environment.
• Provide advanced technical support for enterprise users, Windows endpoints, Microsoft 365 services, network infrastructure, servers and business applications.
• Administer and support Microsoft 365 services used by business users, including user accounts, authentication, collaboration and productivity technologies.
• Led and supported the deployment and administration of Microsoft Intune for Windows endpoint management, including device enrolment, configuration, application deployment, compliance and endpoint policy implementation.
• Support Microsoft Defender for Endpoint and endpoint security controls, including device security monitoring, remediation and security-policy enforcement.
• Administer Active Directory, including user and computer accounts, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP and domain services.
• Support Microsoft Entra ID and hybrid identity services, including directory synchronization, authentication and access-management activities.
• Support Windows 10/11 laptops and desktops throughout their lifecycle, including provisioning, configuration, troubleshooting, software deployment, patching and remediation.
• Implement and support endpoint patch-management processes, including scheduled updates, restart policies and controlled deployment.
• Provide first line through advanced technical escalation support for Microsoft 365, Windows, endpoint, identity and infrastructure incidents.
• Support remote and branch users across Kenya, ensuring continuity of business operations and timely resolution of ICT incidents.
• Configure and support Zscaler ZIA, ZPA and ZDX, including secure remote connectivity, application access and cloud-based security controls.
• Support Cisco networking, wireless infrastructure, VLANs, switches, access points and network troubleshooting.
• Configure and support UniFi wireless and gateway technologies and troubleshoot connectivity, adoption and infrastructure issues.
• Administer Windows Server infrastructure, including Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, NPS/RADIUS and Remote Desktop Services.
• Support Microsoft NPS and Entra MFA integrations for secure remote access and authentication.
• Support VMware vSphere and vCenter environments, including ESXi hosts, virtual machines, migrations and infrastructure maintenance.
• Participate in infrastructure modernization and migration initiatives, including migration of workloads from AWS to on-premises infrastructure.
• Conduct technical POCs for infrastructure, network monitoring, endpoint and security technologies before production adoption.
• Support Zabbix, LibreNMS and network monitoring platforms for infrastructure visibility and incident detection.
• Troubleshoot complex hardware, software, network, endpoint, authentication and infrastructure incidents.
• Work closely with cybersecurity, systems, applications, procurement, risk and business teams to resolve cross-functional ICT issues.
• Prepare technical documentation, implementation plans, configuration records, support procedures and infrastructure communications.
• Support ICT security and compliance initiatives, including vulnerability remediation, endpoint security, software governance and audit requirements.
• Supervise and provide technical guidance to interns and junior technical resources.
• Provide technical support for meetings, events, user onboarding and other business-critical activities.
• Maintain a strong focus on service availability, security, user experience and minimal business disruption.

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SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR & CONSULTANT October 2024 - January 2025
Juja St. Peters School

• Performed network infrastructure risk assessments and implemented protocol and configuration improvements to strengthen security.
• Administered servers and core ICT systems, maintaining availability and reliable access to data-driven academic and administrative services.
• Conducted staff research and consultation sessions to identify technology pain points and define improved future-state user experiences.
• Designed and delivered user training programmes to improve technology adoption, secure system usage and compliance with IT policies.
• Streamlined academic and administrative workflows through targeted system and process enhancements.
• Developed and implemented backup controls to strengthen data integrity and recovery capabilities.
• Trained staff on system controls, security practices and ICT policies.

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IT SPECIALIST August 2022 - March 2024
FUJIFILM (Pty) Ltd., Kenya – Hybrid South Africa

• Conducted system performance and infrastructure reviews, identifying control weaknesses and implementing improvements to strengthen reliability and audit readiness.
• Coordinated with technology vendors on secure procurement, solution evaluation and implementation while maintaining compliance requirements.
• Led AWS server migration activities, coordinating infrastructure transitions while maintaining service continuity.
• Supported cloud infrastructure administration, server operations and enterprise technology environments.
• Trained 300+ users on secure and effective use of business systems and technology.
• Supported ICT security, system controls, documentation and operational improvement initiatives.
• Worked with business stakeholders and vendors to resolve technical issues and improve technology service delivery.

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SYSTEMS ENGINEER / IT SPECIALIST August 2022 - October 2023
UNI MEDICAL SUPPLIES (Pty) Ltd. Windhoek, Namibia

• Analyzed system and security logs to identify potential threats, anomalies and infrastructure issues.
• Implemented automated system checks to streamline monitoring and technical assessment activities.
• Designed and supported high-availability infrastructure to improve system resilience and service availability.
• Troubleshot systems, network and infrastructure issues that affect business operations.
• Supported implementation of security controls and infrastructure improvements.
• Assisted with documentation, monitoring and operational procedures for enterprise systems

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SYSTEMS ANALYST & ADMINISTRATOR May 2019 - June 2021
Kaimosi Friends University College

• Conducted system and infrastructure assessments, identifying weaknesses and implementing corrective measures to improve stability.
• Developed and maintained system maintenance procedures and operational documentation.
• Administered enterprise systems and supported users across academic and administrative departments.
• Trained 200+ users on secure and effective use of software and ICT systems.
• Provided technical troubleshooting and user support for systems, applications and infrastructure.
• Supported ICT security, access controls, system maintenance and technology improvement initiatives.
• Assisted with system audits and remediation of identified control gaps.

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SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR December 2017 - April 2019
The Nairobi Hospital

• Administered enterprise systems and infrastructure, supporting reliable availability of critical ICT services.
• Troubleshot server, application, network and end-user computing issues.
• Conducted security and vulnerability assessments and supported remediation of identified weaknesses.
• Implemented access controls and firewall security measures to strengthen infrastructure protection.
• Supported system maintenance, monitoring, backup and recovery activities.
• Provided technical support and training to staff on ICT systems and secure technology usage.
• Supported ICT documentation and operational procedures.

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SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR August 2013 - December 2017
Mount Kenya University

• Administered enterprise ICT systems, servers, networks and end-user computing environments.
• Maintained system availability and supported academic and administrative users.
• Troubleshot hardware, software, network and application-related incidents.
• Conducted security and vulnerability assessments and supported remediation activities.
• Implemented access controls, firewall configurations and other infrastructure security measures.
• Supported system maintenance, monitoring, backup and recovery processes.
• Provided ICT training and user support to academic and administrative staff.
• Developed and maintained technical documentation and operational procedures.

Skills

•Microsoft 365 SharePoint Online Intune• Digital Workplace Services Microsoft 365 Administration Microsoft Teams • Outlook SharePoint Online OneDrive Microsoft Intune Microsoft Entra ID • Windows 10/11 Endpoint Support • Endpoint Provisioning & Lifecycle Management Microsoft Defender for Endpoint • Endpoint Compliance & Security Patch Management • Software Deployment Active Directory Group Policy • DNS & DHCP • Windows Server • Remote Desktop Services NPS / RADIUS• User Onboarding & Offboarding • IT Service Management / Incident Management • Technical Documentation End-User Training & Support Multi-Site ICT Support • Cisco Networking • UniFi / Wireless Technologies Zscaler ZIA / ZPA / ZDX FortiGate / VPN • VMware vSphere / vCenter Infrastructure Monitoring ICT Projects & POCs • Troubleshooting & Root-Cause Analysis IT Security & Compliance • Microsoft 365 SharePoint Online Intune • Microsoft Defender for Endpoint Windows 10/11 • NPS/RADIUS • Cisco UniFi • Zscaler ZIA/ZPA/ZDX FortiGate • VPN VLANs TCP/IP • wireless networking endpoint security VMware ESXi vCenter • virtual machines server infrastructure storage • backup AWS • on-premises datacenter infrastructure Zabbix • LibreNMS SNMP • infrastructure monitoring and alerting Incident management • problem management user support • ITSM • SLA-driven support user onboarding • training and knowledge sharing
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