I am Stephen Olaiya.

Name: Stephen Olaiya

Profile: System Engineer

Email: stephyards@gmail.com

Phone: +2348023994698

Skills
System Administration (Linux and Windows) 100%
Network Administration 90%
Virtualization and System Hardening 75%
Automation 55%

About Me

I am a results-driven IT professional with strong experience in system administration, infrastructure management, and enterprise IT environments. I enjoy building reliable systems, improving performance, and ensuring that technology supports business operations efficiently.

My work spans server administration, networking, virtualization, and cloud services, with a focus on security, stability, and scalability. I’m comfortable working across Linux and Windows environments and enjoy solving complex technical problems through structured and practical solutions.

I take pride in continuous learning, clean documentation, and delivering systems that are easy to maintain. Whether working independently or within a team, I bring a disciplined, detail-oriented approach to every project.

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Sumary

Stephen Olaiya

Experienced System and Network Administrator with 8+ years of hands-on expertise in Linux and Windows systems, virtualization, networking, and enterprise IT infrastructure. Focused on building secure, scalable, and reliable systems that support business growth.

  • Lagos, Nigeria
  • GitHub: github.com/stephyards
  • Twitter (X): @stephyards

Education

Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) & Computer Science

2012 - 2016

University of Abuja, Abuja, Nigeria

Studied core computer science principles, including systems design, networking, operating systems, databases, and software development, forming a strong foundation for enterprise IT and infrastructure roles.

Professional Certifications & Technical Training

2017 - Present

Cisco,Azure,ISC2,IBM, Red Hat, Google, TryHackMe

Completed multiple professional certifications and hands-on training programs focused on Linux administration, cloud platforms, cybersecurity, networking, and enterprise infrastructure management.

Professional Experience

Head of IT / System Administrator

Sept 2023 - Present

Sterling Infrastructure (WURABET)

  • Lead and manage hybrid IT infrastructure involving Proxmox VE, Windows Server, pfSense, and Microsoft 365.
  • Design, deploy, and maintain secure virtualization, networking, and backup solutions.
  • Oversee IT operations, procurement, and system security while ensuring high availability and performance.
  • Automate administrative tasks and improve operational efficiency through scripting and DevOps practices.

IT Officer

June 2021 - Sept 2023

Sundup Nigeria Limited

  • Managed day-to-day IT operations, including servers, networks, user support, and security controls.
  • Maintained Windows and Linux servers, backups, and enterprise applications.
  • Improved network reliability and ensured zero data breaches through proactive monitoring and security practices.

Cloud Infrastructure Engineer

May 2017 - Nov 2019

Ben's Installs and Technologies (BIT)

  • Designed and supported cloud and on-prem infrastructure for business clients.
  • Handled server deployment, virtualization, networking, and system optimization.
  • Provided technical solutions that improved system stability, scalability, and performance.

Services

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System Administration

Design, deployment, and management of Linux and Windows server environments with a strong focus on stability, performance, and operational efficiency.

Network Administration

Secure network design, configuration, and monitoring, including routing, switching, firewalls, VPNs, and performance optimization for enterprise environments.

Server & Cloud Services

Implementation and management of on-prem and cloud-based infrastructure, ensuring scalability, availability, and secure integration with business applications.

Virtualization & Infrastructure

Deployment and management of virtualized environments using platforms like Proxmox, VMware and XCP-ng to maximize resource efficiency and system resilience.

Security & Compliance

Implementation of security best practices, including access control, monitoring, backups, and incident prevention, to protect systems and business data.

IT Consulting & Support

Strategic IT consulting, documentation, and technical support aimed at aligning technology with business goals and improving operational workflows.

Portfolio

Some of my system administration, cloud, and network projects

  • All
  • System Admin
  • Networking
  • Cloud
  • Security

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Linux Server Setup

Full deployment and configuration of Ubuntu servers with automated backups and monitoring.

Enterprise Network Design

Designed and implemented secure network architecture with VLANs, firewalls, and VPN access.

Cloud Infrastructure

Setup and management of hybrid cloud environments with Azure and AWS, including scaling and security.

Security Hardening

Implementation of security measures including firewalls, access controls, Fail2Ban, and CrowdSec.

Proxmox Lab Setup

Configured a multi-VM Proxmox environment for testing virtualization, backups, and network security.

pfSense Firewall Deployment

Installation and configuration of pfSense firewalls with VPN, routing, and traffic monitoring.

Services & Pricing

Professional IT, network, and system administration solutions with transparent pricing

Server Setup & Configuration

$250.00

  • Installation and configuration of Windows/Linux servers
  • Setup of DNS, DHCP, and Active Directory services
  • Server hardening and security best practices

Network Design & Implementation

$400.00

  • LAN/WAN network design and optimization
  • Router, switch, and firewall configuration
  • Network performance and security audit

Cloud Infrastructure Deployment

$350.00

  • Cloud setup on AWS, Azure, or private servers
  • VM provisioning and management
  • Backup, redundancy, and monitoring configuration

Security & Hardening

$300.00

  • Firewall and intrusion detection setup
  • Patch management and vulnerability assessment
  • Zero-trust access and multi-factor authentication

Virtualization / Proxmox Labs

$280.00

  • Proxmox or VMware VM setup and management
  • Backup and snapshot configuration
  • Multi-OS lab deployment for testing and training

IT Consultation & Audits

$200.00

  • Infrastructure assessment and improvement plan
  • Security compliance review
  • Custom IT strategy tailored for your business

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to the most common questions about IT, networking, and system administration services.

I specialize in Windows, Linux, and hybrid server environments, including Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and cloud servers. Setup includes hardening and security best practices.

Yes. I design and implement LAN/WAN networks, configure routers, switches, firewalls, and ensure optimal performance with security audits and monitoring.

I set up Proxmox, VMware, and other virtualized environments for testing, training, or production. This includes VM deployment, backups, snapshots, and multi-OS lab configurations.

Security services include firewall setup, intrusion detection, patch management, vulnerability assessment, and zero-trust access implementation with multi-factor authentication.

Yes. I provide IT infrastructure assessments, security compliance reviews, and tailored strategy plans to optimize your IT environment for performance and safety.

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Contact

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Call Us

+1 5589 55488 55

Email Us

stephyards@gmail.com