Hello, I'm Yinka A.

As a dynamic IT leader with over 20 years of experience​,​ I’ve honed the ability to build and manage secure​,​ scalable​,​ and high-performing networks and systems across the government​,​ military​,​ and private sectors. From designing cutting-edge infrastructures to leading complex migrations​,​ I bring a strategic mindset and technical depth to every project​,​ always focused on driving business growth​,​ optimizing costs​,​ and enhancing the end-user experience. Why I Stand Out: • Cybersecurity Expertise: Actively pursuing a B.S. in IT with a Cybersecurity focus​,​ and holding certifications like CompTIA Security+​,​ VMware vSphere​,​ and Linux+. Always on the cutting edge of cybersecurity trends to keep systems secure. • Leadership Focused: I believe in empowering my teams to succeed. My leadership approach centers around mentorship​,​ collaboration​,​ and trust​,​ helping my staff flourish and thrive. After all​,​ a team that works well together achieves amazing things. • Big-Picture Problem Solver: Whether it’s tackling networking challenges​,​ optimizing cloud solutions (AWS)​,​ or securing infrastructure​,​ I think outside the box and find impactful solutions that keep operations smooth and secure. Core Skills: • Cloud & Virtualization: AWS​,​ VMware​,​ Veeam Availability Suite • Cybersecurity & Compliance: Penetration Testing​,​ Firewall Configuration​,​ Risk Mitigation • Infrastructure Scaling & Disaster Recovery: Systems Optimization​,​ Backup​,​ and Continuity Solutions • Cross-Functional Leadership: Vendor Relations​,​ Stakeholder Engagement​,​ Team Leadership Tools & Platforms I Excel With: AWS​,​ Google Suites​,​ Veeam​,​ Slack Admin​,​ Zoom​,​ PagerDuty​,​ Zendesk​,​ DocuSign​,​ Okta​,​ and many more. What Drives Me? I’m passionate about solving complex problems​,​ creating efficient IT systems​,​ and building high-performing teams. With a career built on embracing innovation and delivering strategic results​,​ I’m always seeking opportunities to push the boundaries of what’s possible in IT management. Let’s Connect! If you’re looking for a results-driven IT leader who understands both the technical and human sides of business​,​ let’s talk! #ITLeadership #Cybersecurity #CloudTech #DigitalTransformation #ProblemSolving #TeamEmpowerment #Innovation #ITManagement #TechSolutions #Networking #Mentorship