Poul Mhiripiri

Network Infrastructure Engineer

Evesham, United Kingdom, WR11 • pmhiripiri@gmail.com • +447360125077

Professional Summary

Results-oriented Network Infrastructure Engineer with over 12 years of experience specializing in Cisco devices and Azure networks. Proficient in deploying SD-WAN and VLAN solutions and monitoring network performance using tools like SolarWinds and Sentinel. Committed to enhancing network infrastructure and security, aiming for advanced clearance levels.

Core Skills

Network Security
SD-WAN
Cisco Devices
AWS Networks
Virtualization
Linux
Docker
Kubernetes
Routing & Switching
Fortinet
Checkpoint
Cisco Firepower
Active Directory
GPOs
Network Monitoring

Recent Projects

Dynamic IT Lab Environment

  • Designed and deployed a virtual lab using VMware Workstation Pro 17
  • Configured Windows Server, Active Directory, IIS, Kali Linux, and FortiGate Firewall
  • Integrated monitoring tools including PRTG Network Monitor, Uptime Kuma, and WAZUH SIEM

AWS-Based Static Website Hosting

  • Built static website using Route53 and Amazon S3
  • Automated updates using GitHub and AWS CodePipeline
  • Implemented cloud deployment best practices

Professional Experience

Volunteer IT Administrator
Reformed Church International – UK (January 2024 - Present)
  • Administer Office 365 and Microsoft Teams
  • Manage website security and uptime
  • Conduct quarterly penetration tests
Networks and Server Infrastructure Support Manager
First Capital Bank (Dec 2019 - May 2022)
  • Designed and maintained corporate network infrastructure
  • Implemented software-defined networking solutions
  • Led vendor selection and contract negotiations
  • Reduced response time to security incidents by 50%
Core Network Engineer
Dandemutande Internet Services (May 2015 - Nov 2018)
  • Reduced administrative overhead by 45% through network consolidation
  • Established peering with NAP Africa, reducing internet capacity by 30%
  • Led MPLs services implementation across multiple data centres

Education & Certifications

Bachelor of Science: Computer Science

Midlands State University, 2005

Professional Certifications

  • Advanced AWS Services and Architecture (Ongoing)
  • Google Cloud Computing Foundations
  • ITIL v4 Foundation Certification
  • Cisco Cybersecurity Essentials
  • Fortinet Certified Fundamentals in Cybersecurity
  • CCNP Enterprise / CCNA Security (2012-2021)