Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS FoundationInformation Technology Support Analyst
Oct. 2024 - Mar. 2025Nairobi County, KenyaAs an IT Support Analyst supporting 10 countries in Africa, I ensure seamless operations through efficient technical support and infrastructure management. Key responsibilities include providing Tier 1 and Tier 2 support for hardware, software, and network issues, leveraging remote tools to resolve technical challenges effectively. I manage user accounts, permissions, and security protocols, ensuring reliable collaboration and communication across regions. Infrastructure management involves monitoring network connectivity, maintaining systems, and collaborating with ISPs to address connectivity issues. I enforce IT policies and compliance standards, safeguarding data security through encryption, backups, and regular system audits. Proactively, I manage software updates, patches, and upgrades, ensuring system reliability and security. I track and manage IT assets, facilitating procurement and replacements as necessary. My role also includes training end-users on technology and best practices, maintaining detailed documentation for troubleshooting and system configurations. Through strong collaboration with local teams, I address region-specific IT needs, support local projects, and provide hands-on assistance during field visits. I align with ITIL processes to manage incidents and changes, producing reports on performance metrics and trends. Additionally, I support IT project implementations, such as system rollouts and migrations, ensuring successful deployment tailored to local contexts. This multifaceted role demands technical expertise, communication skills, and an understanding of Africa's unique operational environments, driving IT excellence across diverse and dynamic regions.