What job i'm looking for? My positive points
I am currently coming from self employment looking for a job back into IT - Disaster Recovery related opportunities.
I always work to maximise my potential in everything i do. I have grown from an entry level Operations Analyst to a Solutions Architect specifically responsible for Disaster Recovery Services.
In my past 15 IT years experience, i have more than 5 years Disaster Recovery experience and a total of 15 years IT experience.
My previous job was at the South African Post office as an Infrastructure Solutions Specialist for 3 years, looking specifically at Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity solutions. Prior to working for the Post Office, i was a Solutions Architect at T-systems, responsible for DR Services. Before pursuing a Solutions Architect Position at T-Systems, i was a Disaster Recovery Specialist at T-systems and Arivia-kom. I have the experience in IT Security, which was the area that gave me interest to move into the Disaster Recovery space. For detailed career information, please refer to the attached CV.
I am currently unemployed as i had decided to pursue my interest in Retail business, which unfortunately did not succeed. I am now available to go back to the Disaster Recovery environment, which is the area in my career that i have passion for and have extensive knowledge and experience.
Preferred occupation:
Disaster Recovery Specialist
IT, computing jobs
Solutions Architect Disaster Recovery
IT, computing jobs
Preferred work location:
Anywhere is Gauteng
Gauteng
Anywhere is South Africa
Gauteng
Contacts and general information about me
Day of birth:
1977-08-14 (47 years old)
Telephone number:
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Work experience
Company name:
South African Post Office
Occupation:
Infrastructure Solutions Specialist
What you did at this job position?:
End to End Architecture for DR Services
Occupation:
Disaster Recovery Solutions Architect
What you did at this job position?:
Architecture of all DR related services including DR Plan Creation and Solution Designs
Occupation:
Business Continuity Specialist
What you did at this job position?:
DR Plans, Testing of plans and infrastructure, Plan Maintenance, all DR related duties
Occupation:
Information Security Specialist
What you did at this job position?:
Policy Compliance & Threat and Vulnerability Management,
What you did at this job position?:
Providing first line support for connectivity WAN data lines on Cisco and Nortel (routers, Hubs, switches, firewalls), Monitoring of IT network using Spectrum, HP Openview and Concord , • Following up critical incidents and making sure escalation procedure is done , etc.
What you did at this job position?:
Ensured the smooth running of batch jobs, Monitored and ensured that all the applications are up and running, • Responsible for monitoring backups on Unix/Finesse (SAP) servers , 1st line support responsibilities, etc.
Education
Educational qualification:
I could work:
IT Service Management which i applied in my IT Security position
Educational qualification:
TOGAF 8 – Enterprise Architecture
I could work:
Disaster Recovery Architecture
Educational qualification:
Disaster Recovery International Institute Examination
I could work:
Disaster Recovery Services
Educational institution:
Choice-1 Training Institution
Educational qualification:
COBOL Entry Level Programming (ITUC)
I could work:
COBOL Language, Program Design, COBOL Programming Practical, Concepts of Data Processing
Educational institution:
Choice-1 Training Institution
Educational qualification:
International Diploma in Computer Studies (NCC UK)
I could work:
Modelling with Computer Mathematics, Basic Computing Principles, Computer Programming, Human Communication and Information Systems, Business Systems and COBOL Programming Practical Project.
Languages
Language
Speaking level
Understanding level
Writing level
English
fluent
fluent
fluent
Setswana
fluent
fluent
fluent
Afrikaans
very good
very good
very good
isiZulu
very good
good
good
Understanding level
fluent
Understanding level
fluent
Understanding level
very good
Computer knowledge
MS Office, MS Visio, MS Projects
Conferences, seminars
Information policies and management Services
Information Security Bootcamp
Barefoot IT Auditor
TSO
CA-1 advanced Users
CA-1 Operational
JES2 For Operators
MVS (OS/390)
CONTROL-M Advanced
Recommendations
Email address:
christo.inggs@postoffice.co.za
Additional information
Driver licenses:
C1 Heavy Vehicle 3,500kg - 16,000kg
How much do you earn now: