Gyunom Maigida

Linux Administrator | Cloud Engineer | Cloud Support Engineer

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About

Highly skilled Linux Administrator and Cloud Support Engineer with expertise in system security, configuration, and troubleshooting. Proven ability to automate workflows through scripting (Bash, Python) and manage network security. I have hands-on experience in Linux environments, firewall configuration, and system hardening. Seeking to apply robust technical skills, particularly within cloud-centric environments.

Work Experience

Cloud Support Engineer

Tydacomm (Tydaenergy)

Dec 2025 - Present

Provided comprehensive technical support for cloud-based platforms, diagnosing and resolving system performance issues.

  • Delivered comprehensive technical support for cloud-based platforms managing hybrid inverters, resolving customer issues efficiently via email and phone.
  • Diagnosed and resolved critical system performance issues by leveraging advanced cloud monitoring tools and dashboards, ensuring system stability.
  • Partnered with development teams to troubleshoot complex technical problems, contributing to the implementation of effective solutions.
  • Maintained accurate and up-to-date system documentation and user guides, facilitating efficient technical reference and knowledge sharing.

AI Tutor (Remote)

Toloka

Dec 2025 - Present

Contributed to AI model training and refinement, focusing on data quality, ethical considerations, and conversational flow.

  • Curated and meticulously prepared large datasets for AI training, ensuring data cleanliness, accuracy, and bias mitigation to enhance model performance.
  • Optimized AI conversational flows and responses, ensuring natural interaction and accurate fulfillment of user requests.
  • Contributed to the refinement of Natural Language Processing (NLP) and Natural Language Understanding (NLU) models, leading to more accurate and contextually appropriate AI responses.
  • Ensured ethical AI training practices, successfully minimizing bias in model outputs.
  • Customized AI behavior to meet specific requirements, training models across diverse domains including law, psychology, and Information and Communication Technology.

Education

Cloud Engineering

AltSchool Africa

Nov 2024

Courses

  • Specialized training in Linux system administration, network security, and cloud infrastructure management
  • Hands-on lab experience with AWS, Ansible, Docker

Law

University of Jos

Jun 2016 - Aug 2021

Projects

Linux System Administration & Troubleshooting (Personal Lab)

Personal lab project involving installation, configuration, and troubleshooting of Linux-based servers in virtualized environments.

Linux Security Implementation (Personal Lab)

Personal lab project focused on enhancing Linux system security through various best practices and configurations.

Automation and Scripting for System Management (Personal Lab)

Personal lab project focused on automating routine system tasks and enhancing system resilience using scripting.

AWS Cloud Infrastructure Deployment (Personal Project)

A week-long personal project demonstrating proficiency in deploying and managing applications on AWS cloud infrastructure.

Engineering Team Lead - AltSchool Africa Final Project

Led a team of engineering students to deliver a final semester project, applying Linux administration skills and ensuring project success through coordination and documentation.

Languages

English (Native)

Skills

Web Services

  • Apache
  • Nginx Configuration
  • Web Security

Version Control

  • Git
  • GitHub

DevOps Tools

  • Ansible
  • Docker

Soft Skills

  • Problem-Solving
  • Communication (Technical & Non-Technical)
  • Team Collaboration
  • Independent Work
  • Time Management
  • Task Prioritization
  • Customer-Focused Approach
  • Continuous Learning

Linux Administration

  • User & Group Management
  • Permissions
  • System Monitoring
  • Troubleshooting
  • System Hardening
  • CIS Security Benchmarks

Networking

  • TCP/IP
  • SSH Setup and Hardening
  • Firewall Configuration (UFW, IPtables)
  • DNS
  • Network Routing
  • Network Troubleshooting

Operating Systems

  • Ubuntu
  • Linux Distributions

Scripting & Automation

  • Bash
  • Python
  • Automation
  • Cron Jobs
  • Automated Alert Systems

Cloud Technologies & Management

  • AWS (EC2, S3, IAM, VPC, Security Groups, Load Balancers, Target Groups)
  • Three-Tier Architecture
  • Application Deployment
  • Static Website Hosting
  • AWS Environment Management
  • Cloud Computing