ABIBA SAKOR MUSAH
Winnipeg,Canada
Summary
Network and Systems Administrator with hands-on experience supporting enterprise network infrastructure, cybersecurity operations, and internal knowledge platforms. Proven ability to manage Active Directory, Windows and Linux systems, network security controls, virtualization, cloud services, and MediaWiki-based documentation systems. Strong in troubleshooting, technical documentation, and cross-team collaboration, with a focus on building secure, reliable, and scalable IT environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
NETWORK AND SECURITY ADMINISTRATOR (Intern)
Nordstern Group of Companies
Winnipeg, MB
09.2025 - Current
- Participating in the design and deployment of a new site network, ensuring secure connectivity and efficient segmentation across departments.
- Supporting enterprise network infrastructure (switches, routers, servers, firewalls).
- Managing identity and access via Active Directory and Entra ID; ensuring 2FA is enabled on email, remote access, and administrator accounts.
- Assisting in patch management across all devices, ensuring systems remain up to date and vulnerabilities are addressed.
- Troubleshooting hardware and network issues in collaboration with end users and team members.
- Assisting with the maintenance of IT asset inventory, covering the full life cycle of IT assets.
- Contributing to security awareness training updates and supporting ongoing cybersecurity initiatives.
MEDIAWIKI DEVELOPER
Nordstern Group of Companies
Winnipeg, MB
01.2026 - Current
- Assisting in the design, configuration, and administration of an internal MediaWiki platform for IT documentation and knowledge sharing.
- Developing and customizing MediaWiki functionality using PHP, MediaWiki markup, HTML, CSS and JavaScript
- Building a modifying MediaWiki Templates, extensions and infoboxes to standardize technical documentation
- Implementing role-based access control (RBAC) and permission management for internal teams
- Integrating MediaWiki into IT operations workflows to support network, security, and systems documentation
- Optimizing wiki performance, usability, and maintainability for multi-user environments
IT SUPPORT ASSISTANT
Adnan Technologies
Kumasi, Ghana
08.2021 - 06.2023
- Diagnosed and resolved over 150 hardware and software issues on faulty laptops, restoring functionality and reducing repair time by 40%.
- Installed and configured operating systems, antivirus software, and updates on 80+ devices, enhancing system performance and security.
- Provided on-site support to 30+ clients weekly, decreasing system downtime and improving technical support turnaround.
- Performed preventative maintenance and system health checks to identify potential failures early, improving device reliability and user satisfaction.
- Documented recurring technical issues and resolutions, contributing to faster troubleshooting and improved support workflows.
Education
Diploma - Network And System Administration
Manitoba Institute of Trades And Technology
Winnipeg, MB12-2025
Cybersecurity
Alt School Africa
Online03-2026
AI-guided App Development
Diverse Tech Talent Program
Online07-2025
Skills
- Network and Systems Administration: Active Directory, Group Policy Management, Windows Server, Red Hat Linux, DNS, DHCP, NAT, VLAN, Routing & Switching
- Network Security: Threat Detection, Incident Response, Security Principles, Endpoint Protection, Vulnerability Management, 2FA Implementation, SIEM Tools, Risk Assessment, Patch Management
- Tools and Services: Cisco Packet Tracer, Wireshark, Endpoint Central, Proxmox, NEMS, PowerShell, GitHub, Veeam Backup, LHIMS, Visual Studio Code, SEMrush, Ahrefs, Google Analytics, Wazuh, SonicWall
- Cloud and DevOps: Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365 Administration, Veeam Backup & Recovery, PowerShell & Bash Scripting, Proxmox Virtualization
Certification
- CCNA, Cisco
- Microsoft Azure Administration
- COMPTIA Security+
- COMPTIA Server+
Timeline
MEDIAWIKI DEVELOPER
Nordstern Group of Companies
01.2026 - Current
NETWORK AND SECURITY ADMINISTRATOR (Intern)
Nordstern Group of Companies
09.2025 - Current
IT SUPPORT ASSISTANT
Adnan Technologies
08.2021 - 06.2023
Cybersecurity
Alt School Africa
Diploma - Network And System Administration
Manitoba Institute of Trades And Technology
AI-guided App Development
Diverse Tech Talent Program