Segun Olatoye

IT Specialist & Infrastructure Lead

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About

Highly meticulous and seasoned IT Specialist with extensive experience in overseeing and upholding robust IT infrastructures, ensuring consistent availability, and providing comprehensive technical support across diverse platforms. Proven ability to implement advanced security protocols, optimize system performance, and lead strategic initiatives, including cloud infrastructure optimization and cybersecurity programs, to drive significant operational efficiencies and cost savings. Adept at troubleshooting complex issues and delivering high-impact solutions under pressure, consistently improving system reliability and user satisfaction.

Work Experience

IT Specialist

NOLT Finance

Jun 2025 - Present

Led IT infrastructure management and cybersecurity initiatives for a fintech firm, significantly enhancing system security, operational efficiency, and service reliability.

  • Designed and implemented Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS), establishing a robust centralized authentication system that significantly enhanced security across all departments.
  • Deployed OCS Inventory NG for asset tracking, reducing equipment misplacement incidents by 40% and improving IT infrastructure visibility.
  • Spearheaded a comprehensive cybersecurity initiative, resulting in a 75% decrease in security incidents across the organization.
  • Maintained an exceptional 99.98% uptime for critical fintech services, demonstrating high reliability and commitment to service excellence.
  • Led network optimization initiatives that significantly improved processing speed by over 30%.
  • Customized Expense Management applications using Microsoft 365 tools, streamlining the approval process by 50%.

IT Supervisor

Choice Internation Group (GAC Motors, Gree AC & Lontor Hi-Tech)

May 2024 - Present

Supervised IT operations and strategic projects for a diversified group, driving digital transformation, enhancing cybersecurity, and achieving substantial cost savings.

  • Led the successful rollout of a CRM system, boosting sales productivity by 35% through enhanced customer data visibility.
  • Replaced an outdated ERP with a cloud-based solution, streamlining operations and reducing processing time by 40%.
  • Implemented POS software across showrooms, enabling real-time inventory synchronization and reducing sales errors by 80%.
  • Negotiated vendor contracts, saving over ₦7.5 million annually without compromising service quality.
  • Automated support tasks with PowerShell, saving over 150 man-hours quarterly and reducing IT support tickets by 80%.
  • Designed a centralized IT support system, improving first-response time from 8 hours to under 2 hours.
  • Successfully recovered from a ransomware attempt with zero data loss, ensuring business continuity.
  • Consolidated hosting infrastructure, saving ₦5 million annually by deallocating unused resources.
  • Upgraded network hardware, improving internet speed and reducing latency by 80%.
  • Conducted cybersecurity training, reducing phishing click-through rates from 20% to under 5%.
  • Created cloud backup policies, achieving 99.99% data availability (Onedrive & RailDrive).
  • Recognized as a top-performing staff member for consistent contributions.

Information Technology Support Analyst

Choice Internation Group (GAC Motors, Gree AC & Lontor Hi-Tech)

Mar 2022 - Apr 2024

Provided comprehensive technical support to over 300 users, managing IT helpdesk operations and ensuring system stability and security.

  • Provided technical support to over 300 users, resolving 90% of issues on first contact and minimizing downtime.
  • Managed the IT helpdesk, prioritizing and resolving tickets efficiently to ensure minimal disruption to business operations.
  • Performed routine system maintenance, updates, and troubleshooting for hardware, software, and network issues, ensuring system security and currency.
  • Managed Active Directory user accounts, including creation, modification, and deactivation.

IT Support Assistant

Icecool Contracts/Udo Udoma & Belo Osagie

Sep 2021 - Feb 2022

Delivered frontline technical support and managed IT infrastructure for over 50 users in a high-paced legal environment.

  • Provided frontline technical support to over 50 users in a high-paced legal environment, minimizing disruption to daily operations.
  • Managed Active Directory user accounts, including creation, permission updates, password resets, and group policy troubleshooting to ensure secure access control and compliance.
  • Administered and supported Microsoft 365 applications (Outlook, Word, Teams, SharePoint), resolving user issues efficiently for legal and administrative staff.
  • Delivered professional support with a 95%+ satisfaction score from internal users.

Education

Computer Science

National Open University of Nigeria

Sep 2020 - Nov 2024

Courses

  • Computer Science
  • Programming
  • Cybersecurity

Computer Science

Moshood Abiola Polytechnic

Sep 2019 - Jun 2021

Courses

  • Computer Science

Certificates

CompTIA A+

CompTIA

Jan 2023

Certified in Cybersecurity Roles, Processes & Operating System Security

Coursera

Jan 2023

Certified Cybersecurity CC

(ISC)2

Jan 2023

Certified Google IT Support

Coursera

Jan 2023

Projects

Final-Year Project Application (Course Material Flashcards)

Sep 2023 - Nov 2024

Innovative application designed to enhance students' learning experiences through the use of course material flashcards.

Electronic Billboard for Student Information Dissemination

Sep 2020 - Jun 2021

Led a team to develop and deploy an Electronic Billboard for disseminating information to students via electronic displays.

Awards

Best Staff Member Award

Choice Internation Group

Jan 2024

Recognized as a top-performing staff member for consistent contributions to the organization.

National and Higher National Diploma

Moshood Abiola Polytechnic

Jun 2021

Awarded upon successful completion of the Higher National Diploma in Computer Science.

Skills

Technical Support & Operations

  • Technical Support & Troubleshooting
  • Tech Support
  • Problem Solving
  • Jira

Software Development & Web Management

  • Programming
  • Website Development
  • Web/App Management
  • Shell Script
  • Debugging

Productivity & Collaboration Tools

  • Office 365
  • Microsoft 365

Cloud Platforms

  • Cloud Computing (AWS, Azure)
  • AWS
  • Google Cloud
  • Azure

IT Management & Leadership

  • IT Leadership & Supervision
  • IT Infrastructure Management
  • IT Policy Development & Compliance
  • Vendor Management & Procurement
  • Budgeting & Cost Management

Networking & Systems Administration

  • Network & Systems Administration
  • System Repair/Maintenance
  • Networking
  • Database Administration
  • Active Directory Domain Services
  • Virtualization
  • Windows
  • Linux
  • MacOS

Cybersecurity

  • Security & Risk Management
  • Cybersecurity