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MONANKA DAVID MWITA

Summary

IP/MPLS and SOC Engineer with comprehensive expertise in network design, integration, and multi-vendor technologies. Skilled in driving improvements in network performance, service delivery, and customer experience through effective troubleshooting and team leadership. Committed to enhancing scalability and modernization of telecom infrastructures.

Overview

1
1
Certification
11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

L1 IP Engineer

Bayobab Africa
Nairobi
06.2024 - Current
  • Providing 24/7 monitoring and first-level troubleshooting for transport and IP infrastructures.
  • Supporting deployment and management of L2VPNs, L3VPNs, and SDH (P2P/P2MP) solutions.
  • Planning, designing and optimizing IP/MPLS networks across the Bayobab Core Network.
  • Ensuring restoration of capacity in events like submarine or terrestrial cable cuts.
  • Liaising with various regional network teams and supporting global network expansion initiatives.
  • Identifying capacity requirements based on market trends and network usage.
  • Recommending network improvements for scalability, efficiency and modernization.
  • Producing, maintaining and updating high‑quality architectural designs (HLDs/LLDs).

Key achievements:

  • Reduced NOC escalation frequency through structured knowledge transfer and training programs.
  • Reduced MTTR Through Proactive Monitoring and Fault Management
  • Enhanced Network Availability and Service Continuity Across Core Infrastructure
  • Improved Network Resilience During Major Cable Outages
  • Strengthened Documentation and Network Visibility

Team Leader – Technical Support

Wananchi Group (K) Ltd
Nairobi
06.2022 - 05.2024
  • Led 2nd-line support operations across HFC, GPON, IP/MPLS, and metro fiber networks.
  • Managed technical escalations, providing root-cause analysis to resolve recurring issues.
  • Reduced recurring network issues through root cause analysis
  • Analyzed network performance data to flag service issues and guide resolution.
  • Drove cross-functional projects, aligning initiatives with customer retention and growth objectives.
  • Mentored technical support teams and frontline staff, enhancing service quality.

Key Achievements:

  • Enhanced customer experience & retention through process improvements
  • Implemented enhancements to customer lifecycle and onboarding experience to streamline processes.
  • Reduced operational costs by implementing a remote management solution for wi-fi extenders, eliminating the need for on-site technician visits for routine tasks such as credential updates and device resets.

Technical Support Engineer

Wananchi Group (K) Ltd
Nairobi
06.2018 - 05.2022
  • Provided first-line troubleshooting and escalated unresolved faults.
  • Supported back-office operations for field and contractor teams.
  • Troubleshot customer complaints and internal network issues (HFC, VOIP & GPON).
  • Documented and managed local network change activities.
  • Liaised between technical and customer service teams to resolve client issues.

Key achievements:

  • Improved First-Level Resolution and Escalation Efficiency
  • Enhanced Cross-Team Coordination and Service Delivery
  • Strengthened Network Operations and Support Effectiveness

Technical Support – Projects

Naya Solutions
Nairobi
08.2017 - 11.2017
  • Managed LAN/WAN networks and performed IP configuration on various devices.
  • Installed and maintained CCTV systems and provided IT support.
  • Oversaw project teams and prepared related documentation and budgets.

Key Achievements:

  • Successfully delivered lan/wan network deployments across projects
  • Enhanced physical security and IT infrastructure reliability
  • Led project coordination and cost management

Customer Support Engineer (Internship)

Callkey Services Ltd
Nairobi
03.2015 - 01.2017
  • Commissioned and decommissioned satellite links while managing IP configurations for optimal service.
  • Monitored VSAT link performance and troubleshot network issues to ensure reliability.
  • Successfully Commissioned and Managed Satellite Network Services

Key Achievements:

  • Improved VSAT Link Reliability Through Proactive Monitoring and Troubleshooting
  • Enhanced Operational Reporting and Customer Support Efficiency
  • Generated weekly reports and supported CRM processes to enhance customer engagement.

Education

BSc - Information Technology

Multimedia University of Kenya
Nairobi, Kenya
11-2017

Skills

  • Strong proficiency in IP networking technologies
  • Network Technologies, Protocols & Standards: TCP/IP & OSI Models, LAN, WAN, Ethernet, Routing & Switching, SDH, DWDM, OTN, BGP, IP/MPLS, L3VPNs & L2VPNs, OSPF, IS-IS, EIGRP, MPLS-TE, SR-MPLS, SR-TE and SRv6
  • Strong understanding of capacity planning and traffic engineering
  • Network troubleshooting
  • Network Security: Cybersecurity, Fortinet NSE 2 Certified Associate
  • Monitoring Tools: NMS, Cacti, SolarWinds, NCE, StableNET, IRIS & EPNM
  • Experience in producing, maintaining/updating professional HLDs and LLDs
  • Strong documentation and analytical skills

Title

IP/MPLS & SOC Engineer

Languages

  • English, Fluent/Professional
  • Swahili, Fluent

REFEREES

Gilbert Sang
L1 IP Support Manager, Bayobab Africa
📞 +254 733 428996 | ✉️ gilbert.sang@bayobab.africa

Mary Onguko
Regional Business Development Executive – ISPs East Africa, Avanti Communications Group
📞 +254 721 888011 | ✉️ monguko@gmail.com

Eric Omurwa
Client Service Manager, WIOCC
📞 +254 725 646999 | ✉️ eric.omurwa@wiocc.net

Certification

  • Huawei Certified ICT Professional (HCIP) – Huawei
  • Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) – Cisco
  • Fortinet NSE 2 Certified Associate (Cybersecurity) – Fortinet
  • Fortinet NSE 1 Certified Fundamentals (Cybersecurity) – Fortinet
  • Google IT Support Professional Certificate – Google
  • Introduction to Cybersecurity – Cisco
  • Networking Essentials – Cisco

In Progress

  • Huawei Certified ICT Professional – Datacom Advanced Routing and Switching
  • Cisco Certified Network Professional – Service Provider

Training

  • Segment Routing (SR-MPLS & SRv6)
  • AFRINIC IPv6 Training
  • Microsoft Azure Administrator (AZ-104) - Microsoft

Timeline

L1 IP Engineer

Bayobab Africa
06.2024 - Current

Team Leader – Technical Support

Wananchi Group (K) Ltd
06.2022 - 05.2024

Technical Support Engineer

Wananchi Group (K) Ltd
06.2018 - 05.2022

Technical Support – Projects

Naya Solutions
08.2017 - 11.2017

Customer Support Engineer (Internship)

Callkey Services Ltd
03.2015 - 01.2017

BSc - Information Technology

Multimedia University of Kenya
MONANKA DAVID MWITA