Bennett Gomonda
Bennett Gomonda

Linux Systems Administrator and Network Engineer

Actively looking · Member since 16 Oct 2026
Location
Blantyre, Malawi
Desired salary
Unspecified
Work preference
Remote Only
Experience level
Senior

About

Professional summary

I am an experienced Linux Systems Administrator and Network Engineer based in Blantyre, Malawi. I translate business expansion plans into reliable, scalable infrastructure and support operational continuity across server, email, network, and security environments.

I have extensive experience troubleshooting Linux servers, identifying performance issues, tuning systems, and resolving functional weaknesses. I manage user accounts, server operations, configuration tasks, and hosting services with a focus on reliability and efficiency.

I administer Microsoft 365 environments and Zimbra mail servers, and I have experience supporting cPanel hosting platforms, VPOP3, and Microsoft Exchange Server. I also work closely with service desk, network operations, sales, and technical teams to align infrastructure solutions with customer needs.

My networking experience includes MikroTik, Cisco, FortiGate, pfSense, OPNsense, Ubiquiti, Radwin, Ligowave, wireless networking, VPNs, routers, and switches. I have supported LAN environments and introduced next-generation firewall solutions for small enterprise clients.

I bring strong leadership, communication, customer service, analytical thinking, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills. I also hold certifications in Linux networking and administration, Azure fundamentals, security and identity, project management, and cybersecurity.

Skills

16 capabilities

Tech stack & tools

Working toolkit

Application Hosting

Development

Experience

Career history

Network Operations Center & Sales Support Engineer inq DIGITAL

I administer Microsoft 365 environments and serve as a liaison between sales and technical teams, helping align client requirements with appropriate technical solutions. I also act as a point of contact between the Service Desk and Network Operations Center to resolve server-related issues.

I troubleshoot Linux servers, manage Zimbra mail services on CentOS, and administer cPanel hosting servers. I manage network infrastructure across MikroTik, Radwin, Ligowave, Ubiquiti, FortiGate, pfSense/OPNsense, and Cisco platforms, and introduced Zenarmor next-generation firewall services for small enterprise clients.

Customer Service Representative Skyband Corporation

I supervised the call center, created customer accounts, and resolved customer hardware, software, and LAN issues. I supported networking equipment including Cisco routers, Catalyst switches, MikroTik routers, and Linux servers.

I installed and configured VPOP3 mail servers and administered users in Microsoft Exchange Server 2003 and 2007. I also deployed wireless networks using Linksys and MikroTik routers and configured VPN connections on MikroTik devices.

Education

Learning history

University of the People

MBA

Amity University

BSc, Information Technology

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