Chidiebere U.
Lead Systems Engineer - Corporate IT Infrastructure @LESCHACO - Lexzau Scharbau GmbH & Co. KG
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WORK HISTORY
Lead Systems Engineer - Corporate IT Infrastructure @LESCHACO - Lexzau Scharbau GmbH & Co. KG
Cloud Architecture & Management Architected and managed the global solution landscape in Microsoft Azure, optimizing for scalability, security, and cost-efficiency. Automated cloud provisioning and management by implementing Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices, significantly reducing manual effort and ensuring consistency.DevOps & Automation Leadership Spearheaded the implementation of CI/CD pipelines via Azure DevOps, enhancing deployment reliability and accelerating time-to-market. Engineered reusable automation scripts and infrastructure templates to enforce consistency, security, and compliance across all development and production environments.Cybersecurity & Compliance Strengthened the organization\'s security posture by overseeing Microsoft Defender for Endpoint and managing endpoint compliance policies through Microsoft Intune. Supported the evolution of the global cybersecurity strategy, integrating Zero Trust principles into daily operations and long-term planning.Global Infrastructure Projects Led the end-to-end delivery of global IT solutions, from initial benchmarking and vendor evaluation through to successful implementation and optimization. Managed the administration and strategic direction of hybrid network infrastructure, Microsoft Exchange Online, and enterprise Mobile Device Management (MDM) systems.Stakeholder Engagement & Strategy Served as the primary technical authority for internal stakeholders, external customers, and technology partners, translating business needs into technical solutions. Contributed to the development and execution of the global IT strategy, championing initiatives for standardization, comprehensive documentation, and continuous service improvement.
EDUCATION
Michael Okpara' University of Agriculture Umudike
Bachelor of Engineering - BEng, Civil Engineering Technology
University of Bremen
Master of Science - MSc, Management Information Systems
ABOUT CHIDIEBERE U.
As a seasoned IT Infrastructure and Security Engineer with an MSc in Management Information Systems, architecting resilient and secure IT Infrastructure. Specializing in the strategic design and implementation of secure, scalable cloud and network infrastructure. My expertise lies in bridging the gap between complex technical requirements and core business objectives, ensuring that IT systems are not only robust and efficient but also form a solid foundation for growth and security.With a proven track record across multiple industries, I lead the end-to-end delivery of global IT projects from initial evaluation and design to implementation and optimization using a broad stack of modern technologies, including Microsoft Azure, AWS, and Cisco.My core competencies are centered around three key pillars: Cloud & DevOps Architecture Designing and managing secure, cost-optimized global solutions on Microsoft Azure and AWS. Implementing Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and automating deployments through CI/CD pipelines. Administering and optimizing Microsoft 365 ecosystems, including Exchange Online and modern endpoint management with Intune. Proactive Security & Governance Strengthening organizational security postures through tools like Microsoft Defender and adherence to Zero Trust principles. Developing, documenting, and enforcing robust security policies, controls, and compliance frameworks. Leveraging offensive security knowledge (validated by CompTIA PenTest+ and Security+) to anticipate and mitigate threats. Enterprise Infrastructure & Networking Leading the design and management of hybrid network infrastructure, with deep expertise in Cisco technologies and routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP). Extensive experience in Windows Server environments, Active Directory, and enterprise-level systems administration. Excelling at troubleshooting complex hardware and software issues across server and desktop environments.I am certified in CompTIA Security+, PenTest+, and AWS Solutions Architect, among other credentials. I am passionate about mentoring teams, standardizing best practices, and driving continuous improvement to deliver exceptional operational value.I am always open to connecting and discussing trends in cloud security, infrastructure automation, and IT strategy.
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