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I am a Financial Operations (FinOps) and IT Infrastructure specialist with 17+ years of experience delivering cost-effective, scalable, and compliant technology solutions for enterprise environments. I focus on integrating FinOps practices into cloud and hybrid environments to optimize spend, increase financial visibility, and drive measurable savings for organizations. My track record includes leading cloud migration projects, infrastructure cost optimization, IT asset lifecycle management, and strong vendor/OEM relationship management. I thrive on turning complex IT challenges into cost-efficient, resilient solutions that support business growth.…I am a Financial Operations (FinOps) and IT Infrastructure specialist with 17+ years of experience delivering cost-effective, scalable, and compliant technology solutions for enterprise environments. I focus on integrating FinOps practices into cloud and hybrid environments to optimize spend, increase financial visibility, and drive measurable savings for organizations. My track record includes leading cloud migration projects, infrastructure cost optimization, IT asset lifecycle management, and strong vendor/OEM relationship management. I thrive on turning complex IT challenges into cost-efficient, resilient solutions that support business growth.

Lateef Olalekan Akano

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I am a Financial Operations (FinOps) and IT Infrastructure specialist with 17+ years of experience delivering cost-effective, scalable, and compliant technology solutions for enterprise environments. I focus on integrating FinOps practices into cloud and hybrid environments to optimize spend, increase financial visibility, and drive measurable savings for organizations. My track record includes leading cloud migration projects, infrastructure cost optimization, IT asset lifecycle management, and strong vendor/OEM relationship management. I thrive on turning complex IT challenges into cost-efficient, resilient solutions that support business growth.…I am a Financial Operations (FinOps) and IT Infrastructure specialist with 17+ years of experience delivering cost-effective, scalable, and compliant technology solutions for enterprise environments. I focus on integrating FinOps practices into cloud and hybrid environments to optimize spend, increase financial visibility, and drive measurable savings for organizations. My track record includes leading cloud migration projects, infrastructure cost optimization, IT asset lifecycle management, and strong vendor/OEM relationship management. I thrive on turning complex IT challenges into cost-efficient, resilient solutions that support business growth.

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I am a Financial Operations (FinOps) and IT Infrastructure specialist with 17+ years of experience delivering cost-effective, scalable, and compliant technology solutions for enterprise environments. I focus on integrating FinOps practices into cloud and hybrid environments to optimize spend, increase financial visibility, and drive measurable savings for organizations.

My track record includes leading cloud migration projects, infrastructure cost optimization, IT asset lifecycle management, and strong vendor/OEM relationship management. I thrive on turning complex IT challenges into cost-efficient, resilient solutions that support business growth.

Skills

Microsoft Certified Professional

Experience Level

AWS

Expert

Azure

Expert

Google Cloud

Expert

Work Experience

Subject Matter Expert – Infrastructure & FinOps at Redoy Corporation

April 1, 2018 - Present

Led Software Asset Management (SAM) engagements saving $2M+ for Nigerian financial institutions, aligning with FinOps principles. Supported financial institutions by reducing IT spend through optimization and financial visibility. Migrated 6000+ users from on-prem Active Directory to Microsoft Azure as part of a cost-aware cloud transformation. Developed cost models and cloud infrastructure plans to support scalable deployment strategies. Oversaw infrastructure deployment and provided post-implementation training.

Technical Lead / Analyst (Dell EMC Partner) at NTS Africa – Dell EMC

November 1, 2014 - March 1, 2018

Implemented hyper-converged solutions for financial clients with cost tracking and usage monitoring. Used Dell Live Optics for infrastructure assessment and financial planning. Delivered training and adoption strategies to partners and clients to maximize technology ROI.

Network/System Administrator at Jotna Nigeria Limited

October 1, 2013 - November 1, 2014

Managed Data Centre operations and implemented an enterprise backup solution. Maintained IT asset inventory and optimized lifecycle costs across subsidiaries.

Network Engineer at Archive Global Management Limited

October 1, 2012 - October 1, 2013

Led IT deployments, vendor engagement, and technical proposals for infrastructure projects.

Network Technician at Odua Telecoms Limited (O’Net)

December 1, 2008 - October 1, 2012

Supported day-to-day IT operations and contributed to major VPN rollout projects.