Hi, I’m
Brian Masona
Grand Cayman,Cayman Islands
The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing.
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Summary
Innovative Systems Engineer with a strong background in industrial instrumentation, process control, audiovisual engineering, and smart home technology. Committed to staying at the forefront of the engineering field, as we transition towards intelligent homes, buildings, and cities. Proficient in designing and implementing solutions that seamlessly integrate technology and automation, optimizing client satisfaction and user experience.
Overview
16
years of professional experience
2
years of post-secondary education
1
Certification
Work history
AV Integrators CaymanGrand Cayman, Cayman Islands
Systems Engineer | Smart Home Integrator
03.2022 - Current
Job overview
- I am responsible for designing, installing, and maintaining complex audiovisual systems for clients
- I work with a team to ensure seamless integration of technology and automation in homes and businesses.
The Security Center LimitedGrand Cayman, Cayman Islands
Smart Home Technician
03.2019 - 03.2022
Job overview
- I was responsible for the installation and programming of home automation equipment, as well as the installation of security systems, motorized blinds, and home cinema equipment.
- Consistently delivered on client specifications, contributing to a high level of satisfaction and repeat business
Digital Indoors, South Africa and Zimbabwe
Director | CTO | Innovation Catalyst
03.2017 - 03.2019
Job overview
- As the Director, CTO, and Technocrat at Digital Indoors, I was responsible for leading the company in the latest tech trends
- I interacted with captainsof industry and customers, resulting in the smooth running of projects, new leads, and project collaborations
- I oversaw the company's data, security, maintenance, and network, implemented the company's technical strategy, and managed the company's technological roadmap.
Automation AuthorityJohannesburg
Home Automation Engineer
01.2016 - 02.2017
Job overview
- As a Home Automation Engineer at Automation Authority, I was responsible for the installation, programming, and commissioning of home automation equipment and controllers, as well as the installation of CCTV systems, alarms, and network infrastructure.
Thornleys AV, South Africa
AV and Electrical Technician
02.2013 - 12.2015
Job overview
- I was responsible for setting up and operating audio, video, lighting, and broadcast equipment to ensure consistent quality at events and live performances.
Dunlop Zimbabwe
Journeyman : Instrument Mechanician/Technician
07.2007 - 01.2013
Job overview
- Carried out calibration services and repairs on electronic equipment, maintaining best-possible quality standards.
- Applied safety and electrical code regulations on every job.
- Calibrated and maintained electrical equipment for optimised performance.
- Troubleshot and repaired electronic cards, serviced air service units and pressure gauges.
- Programmed and troubleshot PLCs, optimizing system performance and minimizing downtime
- Set up and performed test activities, assessing equipment function and quickly rectifying errors.
- Determined maintenance requirements and assigned repairs to qualified employees.
- Interpreted equipment manuals, blueprints and schematics to guide repairs, calibrations and installations.
- Operated multimeters, oscilloscopes and other electronic testing devices, accurately diagnosing equipment issues.
- Tracked parts and devices used on service calls, reordering items to maintain stock levels.
Education
University of the People
Bachelor of Science from Computer Science
03.2022
City and Guilds of London Institute
Technician Diploma from Electrical engineering Theory, Electrical and Electronics
Engineering
01.2021 - 01.2022
University overview
Full Stack Network Engineering Student, Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
Bulawayo Polytechnic College
National Certificate from Electronic Engineering: Instrumentation and Control Systems
01.2008 - 01.2009
Skills
- Industrial Instrumentation and Control Systems
- Process Control
- Audiovisual Engineering
- Smart Home Technologies
- PLC Programming and Troubleshooting
- Network Infrastructure Design and Configuration
- Security System Installation and Maintenance
- Strategic Technical Planning
Certification
- Josh Certified Professional (Josh.ai, Issued Jan 2022)
- Certificate of Completion: Smart Energy Management Technology for Homes (sonnen GmbH, Issued Aug 2020)
- Introduction to Cloud Computing (A Cloud Guru | A Pluralsight Company, Issued Mar 2020)
- Introduction to Amazon Web Services (A Cloud Guru | A Pluralsight Company, Issued Mar 2020)
- Introduction to Google Cloud Platform (A Cloud Guru | A Pluralsight Company, Issued Mar 2020)
- Introduction to Microsoft Azure (A Cloud Guru | A Pluralsight Company, Issued Mar 2020)
- KNX ETS5 eCampus Certificate of Achievement (KNX Association, Issued Dec 2019, Credential ID User-ID: 147240)
- Certificate of Completion: Building Management System Online Course (Udemy, Issued Nov 2019, Credential ID UC-3F2ZRO45)
- BACnet Basics for Facility Management Professionals (BACnet International, Issued Oct 2019, Credential ID 514e0a31-11f27-45b0-b26a-1051a277a225)
- HDBaseT Expert Certificate (HDBaseT Alliance, Issued Oct 2019)
- Dante Certification Level 2 (Audinate, Issued Oct 2018)
- Denon: Denon’s Alpha Processing explained (Sound United, Issued Sep 2018)
- Denon: Introduction to digital audio (Sound United, Issued Sep 2018)
- Dante Certification Level 1 (Audinate, Issued Jul 2018)
- Lutron Homeworks QS Certificate (Lutron Electronics, Issued Mar 2018)
- Vantage Controls Infusion Foundation (Vantage Controls, Legrand North America, Issued Mar 2018)
- Online Marketing Fundamentals Certificate (Google, Issued Sep 2017)
- Control 4 Tech 1 Automation Programmer Certificate (Control4, Issued Mar 2016)
- Control 4 Associate Installer Certificate (Control4, Issued Jan 2016)
- Security Center - Omnicast Technical Certification (Genetec, Issued Aug 2021, Expired Feb 2023)
- NSE 2 Network Security Associate (Fortinet, Issued Dec 2019, Expired Nov 2021, Credential ID XRMajlwPtq)
- NSE 1 Network Security Associate (Fortinet, Issued Dec 2019, Expired Jan 2021, Credential ID FCDcaYiHTY)
- Control 4 Tech 2 Advanced Technician Certificate (Control4, Issued Jan 2017, Expired Feb 2017)
- National Certificate in Electronic Engineering: Instrumentation and Process Control (Bulawayo Polytechnic College)
- Technician Diploma in Electrical Engineering (The City and Guilds of London Institute)
Languages
English
Fluent
Shona
Native
Ndebele
Native
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Timeline
University of the People
Bachelor of Science from Computer Science
03.2022
Systems Engineer | Smart Home Integrator
AV Integrators Cayman
03.2022 - Current
City and Guilds of London Institute
Technician Diploma from Electrical engineering Theory, Electrical and Electronics
Engineering
01.2021 - 01.2022
Smart Home Technician
The Security Center Limited
03.2019 - 03.2022
Director | CTO | Innovation Catalyst
Digital Indoors
03.2017 - 03.2019
Home Automation Engineer
Automation Authority
01.2016 - 02.2017
AV and Electrical Technician
Thornleys AV
02.2013 - 12.2015
Bulawayo Polytechnic College
National Certificate from Electronic Engineering: Instrumentation and Control Systems
01.2008 - 01.2009
Journeyman : Instrument Mechanician/Technician
Dunlop Zimbabwe
07.2007 - 01.2013
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