Infrastructure • Cloud • Wireless • Software
Fabrice Paida
Enterprise Infrastructure Engineer | Cloud | Linux | Wireless | Backend Development
Available for full-time, contract, consulting, and remote opportunities
IT and telecommunications professional with over 20 years of experience designing, deploying, and supporting enterprise infrastructure. Hands-on expertise includes data centers, wireless network modernization (3G, 4G LTE, and 5G), fiber optics, Linux administration, cloud computing, networking, cybersecurity, and backend API development.
Professional Profile
About Me
A career built across telecommunications, wireless infrastructure, enterprise data centers, cloud, cybersecurity, and software development.
Who I Am
I began my career in telecommunications with Telecel Central African Republic and later supported large-scale wireless modernization projects in the United States for Sprint, T-Mobile, and Verizon. Today, I work in enterprise data center operations while expanding my expertise in Linux, AWS, DevOps, cybersecurity, and backend development.
I am also the founder of Prime Tech Field Solutions LLC, a technology services company focused on telecommunications, data center support, fiber infrastructure, technical cleaning, and IT consulting.
Professional Highlights
- Enterprise data center operations
- Sprint, T-Mobile, and Verizon wireless modernization
- 3G, 4G LTE, and 5G deployments
- Fiber installation, testing, and troubleshooting
- Red Hat Enterprise Linux administration
- AWS Cloud and DevOps training
- REST API and backend development
- Founder of Prime Tech Field Solutions LLC
Career History
Professional Journey
My progression from telecommunications and wireless networks to enterprise data centers, cybersecurity, cloud, and software engineering.
2005–2016
Telecel Central African Republic
Telecommunications Engineer
Began my professional career supporting GSM mobile network operations, wireless communications, telecommunications infrastructure deployment, installation, maintenance, and network troubleshooting. This experience established my foundation in carrier-grade telecommunications.
2017–2023
Sprint • T-Mobile • Verizon
Wireless Infrastructure Engineer / Contractor
Worked on large-scale wireless network modernization projects across the United States. Responsibilities included site surveys, infrastructure assessments, equipment installation, integration, testing, troubleshooting, quality assurance, and support for 3G, 4G LTE, and 5G deployments.
2023–Present
DataBank
Data Center Technician II
Support enterprise data center operations for multiple customers. Responsibilities include rack and stack deployments, server installation, structured cabling, fiber infrastructure, hardware diagnostics, network equipment deployment, Linux-based systems, troubleshooting, and mission-critical infrastructure support.
2025
Cydeo Institute
SOC Analyst Training
Completed cybersecurity training covering SIEM, Security Operations Center procedures, threat detection, incident response, log analysis, investigation, and security monitoring.
2026–Present
Prime Tech Field Solutions LLC
Founder & Infrastructure Consultant
Founded PTFS to provide telecommunications support, enterprise infrastructure services, data center operations, fiber deployment, technical cleaning, network services, and IT consulting for commercial and enterprise customers.
2026–Present
Unix Training Academy (UTA)
Red Hat Completed • AWS & DevOps In Progress
Completed Red Hat Enterprise Linux Administration training and currently advancing my skills in AWS Cloud, DevOps, infrastructure automation, CI/CD, containerization, backend API development, and software engineering.
Learning & Credentials
Education & Professional Development
Formal education, industry certifications, and hands-on technical training supporting my continued professional growth.
🎓 Education
Point Park University
Current — Final two courses remainingBachelor’s Degree in Applied Computer Science — Networking & Security
Expected graduation: 2026Community College of Allegheny County (CCAC)
2023–2025Associate Degree in Cybersecurity & IT Support
Institut Paradoxe — Congo-Brazzaville
2002–2004Associate Degree in Network & Telecommunications
📚 Professional Training
Unix Training Academy (UTA)
2026–PresentRed Hat Enterprise Linux Administration — Completed
AWS Cloud — In Progress
DevOps Engineering — In Progress
Cydeo Institute
2025SOC Analyst Training
Professional Certifications
Cisco CCNA
Cisco Certified Network Associate
CompletedCompTIA Security+
Cybersecurity Certification
CompletedMicrosoft AZ-900
Azure Fundamentals
CompletedCore Capabilities
Technical Skills
Technologies and operational capabilities developed through professional experience, education, and hands-on projects.
☁️ Cloud & DevOps
- AWS
- Microsoft Azure
- IAM
- EC2
- VPC
- CI/CD
- Docker
🐧 Linux Administration
- Red Hat Enterprise Linux
- Bash
- SSH
- Systemd
- SELinux
- NFS
- Firewalld
🌐 Networking
- Cisco
- Juniper
- TCP/IP
- Routing & Switching
- VLANs
- DNS
- DHCP
📡 Telecommunications
- 3G
- 4G LTE
- 5G
- Site Surveys
- Wireless Modernization
- Equipment Integration
- Quality Assurance
🏢 Data Center Operations
- Rack & Stack
- Server Deployment
- Structured Cabling
- Fiber Infrastructure
- OTDR
- Hardware Diagnostics
- Remote Hands
💻 Software Development
- JavaScript
- TypeScript
- Node.js
- Express.js
- Next.js
- REST APIs
- PostgreSQL
🛡️ Cybersecurity
- Security+
- SOC Operations
- Splunk
- SIEM
- Incident Response
- Log Analysis
- Wireshark
Selected Work
Featured Projects
A selection of infrastructure, wireless, cloud, cybersecurity, and software projects demonstrating my hands-on experience.
🏢 Enterprise Data Center Deployments
Deployed enterprise servers, network equipment, rack infrastructure, structured cabling, fiber optics, and mission-critical hardware in production data center environments.
📡 Wireless Network Modernization
Supported Sprint, T-Mobile, and Verizon modernization projects involving site surveys, equipment installation, integration, testing, and 3G, 4G LTE, and 5G infrastructure upgrades.
☁️ PTFS Cloud Infrastructure Platform
A hands-on AWS and DevOps portfolio project covering IAM, EC2, networking, Linux, GitHub workflows, automation, and cloud architecture.
🌍 NdakoCare
A bilingual diaspora-support platform for grocery ordering, mobile recharge, money transfer, order management, and future delivery tracking across African markets.
🛒 Grocery Inventory REST API
Developed and deployed a Node.js, Express, and PostgreSQL REST API with filtered GET, POST, and PUT operations, tested through Postman and hosted on Render.
📦 SmartRack Passport
A QR-code-based data center asset visibility concept designed to help technicians quickly access rack, equipment, location, and service information.
Let’s Connect
Contact Me
I welcome conversations about full-time roles, contract projects, consulting, partnerships, and technical collaboration.
📧 Contact Information
Email
fpaidas@gmail.com
Phone
+1 (443) 814-6589
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA