Sunday Ogunyale
Union City
Summary
Senior data center technician specializing in advanced break/fix support and hardware integration. Demonstrated success in restoring capacity and availability through data-driven improvements. Skilled in coordinating technical projects to ensure compliance with operational standards and enhance mission-critical infrastructure reliability.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
L4 Data Center Technician
TEKsystems @ Microsoft
Fayetteville
07.2025 - Current
- Serve as SWAT Team member supporting high-priority data center incidents, rapid response repairs, infrastructure restoration, and escalated technical recovery activities.
- Validate and restore BT-BT, BT-PRD, and BT1-BT2 links, including fiber/copper path verification, miswire correction, link troubleshooting, and service restoration.
- Rack, stack, secure, label, cable, and power up servers while connecting equipment to PDUs and balancing power loads according to deployment standards.
- Install, replace, and validate hardware components including DIMMs, SSDs/HDDs, NICs, system boards, SFPs, QSFPs, transceivers, and optics.
- Respond to server, node, compute, storage, and GPU infrastructure failures; perform break/fix repairs and replace failed hardware quickly to restore capacity and availability.
- Support GPU deployments by validating NV fiber and copper links to help maintain availability, stability, and reliable service delivery.
- Install TOR switches, routers, and network appliances; patch network connections according to design diagrams and validate connectivity across production environments.
- Run, terminate, test, and troubleshoot fiber and copper cabling using OTDR and Fluke testers to confirm cable integrity, link quality, and correct routing.
- Implement Switcheroo and other Microsoft internal tools to optimize server performance, support operational workflows, and improve deployment and repair execution.
- Use Power BI dashboards to monitor repair trends, track operational metrics, identify repeat issues, and support data-driven service improvements.
- Perform root-cause checks using visual inspections, logs, LED indicators, diagnostic tools, and documented procedures to isolate hardware, cabling, power, and network issues.
- Decommission servers by completing data wiping, removal, packing, asset handling, and chain-of-custody requirements in accordance with operational standards.
- Follow LOTO procedures, Data Center Standard Operating Procedures, and safety requirements while responding to power alarms and escalating facilities-related issues.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve complex technical issues and support global computing, network architecture, and mission-critical infrastructure reliability.
- Coordinate project tasks, priorities, schedules, parts availability, escalation paths, and stakeholder updates to support timely completion of deployment, repair, and infrastructure readiness activities.
Wire Fabrication Technician III
Comlux Aviation Group
Indianapolis
04.2024 - 05.2025
- Fabricated wire harnesses and supported ACJ220 electrical harness design, routing, and installation for VIP aircraft systems.
- Ensured aircraft system terminations and testing complied with OEM specifications, RSM, FARs, and company SOPs.
Electrical Wireharness Engineer / Fabricator
Lockheed Martin
Marietta
02.2024 - 04.2024
- Managed C-130 electrical harness design, assembly, routing, and installation.
- Supported full lifecycle system design, including wire soldering, splicing, plug terminations, and adherence to FOD/FOE procedures.
- Generated technical specifications and SOWs for component development and procurement.
Test/Debug Engineer
Material In Motion
Fairburn
02.2022 - 04.2024
- Tested Google server racks and boards to support network deployment.
- Performed FQA, schematic analysis, component-level repairs, and accurate maintenance documentation.
Field Technician III
LM Ericsson
11.2020 - 02.2022
- Installed, commissioned, integrated, and maintained Ericsson LTE and 5G hardware, including DUS, BB5216, BB6630, cabinets, antennas, and RF systems.
- Validated site quality, completed software and license upgrades, and coordinated equipment repairs and returns.
- Specialized in troubleshooting RBS, board-level issues, and microwave systems.
Cable Satellite Technician
Custom Communication Inc.
Norcross
09.2020 - 10.2020
- Installed, commissioned, and integrated satellite cable equipment, data acquisition systems, and new user setups.
- Planned cable layouts, ensured compliance with health and safety protocols, and responded to service requests.
Regional Project Manager
Nokia Siemens Networks
12.2012 - 05.2016
- Managed more than 500 RAN system audits and BSS/IPRAN implementation projects.
- Directed end-to-end node integration, KPI reporting, and quality assurance for telecom equipment deployment.
- Led change management initiatives and technical training for teams.
Senior Field Service Engineer
LM Ericsson
10.2007 - 01.2011
- Deployed, configured, and managed GSM, UMTS, LTE network infrastructure and power systems.
- Recommended and implemented network enhancements, hardware modifications, and risk mitigation strategies.
Transmission/BSS Implementation Lead
Motorola Limited
Tanzania/Nigeria
06.2005 - 02.2007
- Led cross-functional teams for installation, configuration, and integration of Motorola and Ericsson radio systems.
- Managed project schedules, progress meetings, and senior stakeholder communications.
Technical Operations Engineer
ZTE Corporation
05.2002 - 05.2004
- Directed site installation, commissioning, and integration for multiple telecom projects.
- Delivered technical assistance, on-site and remote support, and process improvements for operational changes.
Education
Associate of Science - Avionics Technician
Aviation Institute of Maintenance
Duluth, GA06-2023
Higher National Diploma (HND) - Physics with Electronics
Federal Polytechnic, Bida
Nigeria12-1998
Skills
- Advanced break/fix support
- GB200 deployment
- End-to-end deployment and integration
- Commissioning and troubleshooting
- Support for TOR switches and routers
- Power validation
- Link validation
- Fiber cabling and troubleshooting
- Fiber and copper test equipment usage
- Parts tracking and reporting
- Telecommunications systems expertise
- Aircraft electrical systems
- Routing and soldering
- Board-level diagnostics
- OEM compliance
- FOD/FOE management
- Aviation SOPs adherence
- Microsoft Office Suite proficiency
- Power BI dashboard creation
- Parts tracking and reporting
Education Certifications
- Aviation Institute of Maintenance, Duluth, GA, 12/22, 06/23, Avionics Maintenance Technician Certificate, AET/NCATT Certification, OSHA 10, CPR Certification, Scrum Master Certification
- Federal Polytechnic, Bida, Higher National Diploma (HND) Physics with Electronics, 12/98
Technical Skills
Advanced break/fix support for compute, storage, GPU, and network infrastructure, including GB200 deployments, server/node failure response, hardware replacement, rack integration, power validation, and data center SOP compliance., Skilled in running, terminating, testing, and troubleshooting fiber and copper cabling; validating links with OTDR and Fluke testers; replacing SFPs/QSFPs/transceivers/optics; and supporting TOR switches, routers, PDUs, and network appliances., Experienced in aircraft wire harness design, fabrication, routing, soldering, splicing, plug termination, schematic interpretation, board-level diagnostics, and compliance with OEM specifications, FARs, RSM, FOD/FOE, and aviation SOPs., End-to-end deployment, integration, commissioning, troubleshooting, and validation of LTE, 5G, UMTS, GSM, RAN, BSS/IPRAN, RF, microwave, transmission, and access radio systems., Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, Excel, Power BI dashboards, analog/digital meters, technical support platforms, fiber/copper test equipment, visual inspections, logs, and LED indicators for root-cause analysis., Prepare SOWs, specifications, maintenance records, parts tracking, project reports, KPI/SLA documentation, schedules, progress updates, risk logs, and resource plans while leading cross-functional teams through multi-phase data center, avionics, and telecommunications projects.
Timeline
L4 Data Center Technician
TEKsystems @ Microsoft
07.2025 - Current
Wire Fabrication Technician III
Comlux Aviation Group
04.2024 - 05.2025
Electrical Wireharness Engineer / Fabricator
Lockheed Martin
02.2024 - 04.2024
Test/Debug Engineer
Material In Motion
02.2022 - 04.2024
Field Technician III
LM Ericsson
11.2020 - 02.2022
Cable Satellite Technician
Custom Communication Inc.
09.2020 - 10.2020
Regional Project Manager
Nokia Siemens Networks
12.2012 - 05.2016
Senior Field Service Engineer
LM Ericsson
10.2007 - 01.2011
Transmission/BSS Implementation Lead
Motorola Limited
06.2005 - 02.2007
Technical Operations Engineer
ZTE Corporation
05.2002 - 05.2004
Associate of Science - Avionics Technician
Aviation Institute of Maintenance
Higher National Diploma (HND) - Physics with Electronics
Federal Polytechnic, Bida