Maxie Cletus Tepaiyan
Madang
Summary
Accomplished professional with extensive experience in Networking and Cloud Computing, currently serving as a Professor at MIT. Expertise encompasses advanced networking protocols, cloud architecture design, and virtualization technologies, complemented by proficiency in industry-standard tools such as AWS and Azure. Proven ability to educate and mentor students in complex technical concepts, fostering innovation and collaboration within academic environments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Support ICT Technician
Industrial Development Corporation
01.2016
- Provided executive support to the chief ICT officer, enhancing departmental efficiency.
- Installed and maintained data processing equipment including desktops, laptops, and servers.
- Executed repairs on telecommunication devices and intermediary network equipment, ensuring seamless connectivity.
- Delivered timely end-user support to employees, resolving technical issues and improving productivity.
- Conducted routine diagnostics on hardware and software, identifying potential issues before escalation.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement system upgrades, optimizing performance and reliability.
- Trained staff on new software applications, promoting effective use of technology within the organization.
FBI Curriculum and Assessment Committee Chair
Divine Word University
11.2025 - Current
- Enhanced curriculum quality through leadership of the Faculty Curriculum & Assessment Committee.
- Ensured academic standards by leading program documentation review and endorsement processes.
- Maintained examination integrity by reviewing assessment tasks and examination papers thoroughly.
- Streamlined grade endorsement processes for accurate and timely semester result submissions.
- Monitored unit delivery and student evaluations to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Advised Faculty Board on curriculum updates and assessment enhancement strategies.
Faculty of Business and Informatic Curriculum Assessment Committee (FCAC) Member
Divine Word University
01.2022 - Current
- Developed and recommended curriculum assessments to enhance academic quality and relevance.
- Reviewed existing curriculum to ensure alignment with evolving educational standards and industry needs.
- Renewed course offerings based on committee evaluations and feedback from faculty board members.
- Discontinued outdated programs to streamline course selections and improve student outcomes.
- Collaborated with faculty board on curriculum recommendations for improved teaching effectiveness.
- Facilitated discussions among committee members to gather diverse perspectives on curriculum changes.
- Conducted research on best practices in curriculum development to inform committee decisions.
Senior Tutor, Information Systems
Divine Word University
01.2018 - Current
- Responsibilities include providing dedicated tutorial service across both Information Systems and Mathematics and Computing Science programs. In addition, I perform lecture duties and practical lab sessions for undergraduate programs. Other responsibilities include reviewing developing academic curricula, unit outlines, assessments, policies, etc.
Mathematics & Computing Science | Information Systems Final Year Project Supervisor
Divine Word University
01.2021 - 2023
- Responsibilities include supervising the proposals, design, implementation, testing and deployment and presentations of their software systems.
Education
Bachelor of Mathematics and Computing Science -
Divine Word University
Madang, PNGPostgraduate Certificate - Higher Education Teaching and Learning
Divine Word University
Madang, PNGGraduate Certificate - Data Networking
Divine Word University
Madang, PNGSecondary Education Certificates - undefined
Popondetta Secondary
Popondetta, PNGMaster of Information Technology (Professional) - Networking And Cloud Computing
Deakin University
Melbourne, Australia 02-2026
Skills
- Good Communication Skills
- Team Player
- Driven to Deliver
- Work with limited Supervision
- Discrete and Ethical
- Knowledge in Java, JavaScript and node JS, React, Visual Basic, C#, Python, PHP and ASP
PROGRAMMING
OPERATING SYSTEMS
- Microsoft Windows (all releases), Client Linux distributions, Mac Operating Systems, Windows Server and Linux Redhat
- Cisco Hardware and Operating System, Linksys devices and Ubiquity Networking Devices
- AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud and Oracle Cloud
- Containerization, Kubernetes (K8s), CI/CD pipeline, GitHub and GitHub Action, Jenkins, SonarQube
NETWORKING
CLOUD COMPUTING
DevOps
TEACHING EXPERIENCES
SENIOR TUTOR, INFORMATION SYSTEMS, DIVINE WORD UNIVERSITY
Department of Mathematics & Computing Science
- Computer Organisation
- Software Programming
- Mobile Application Development
- Software Engineering
Department of Information Systems
- Troubleshooting PCs
- Operating Systems Administration
- Web Application Development
- Network Management
References
- Maryanne, Bagore, Head, Department of Information Systems, mbagore@dwu.ac.pg, (675) 422 1764, Divine Word University
- Cyril, Sarsoruo, Head, Department of Mathematics and Computing Science, csarsoruo@dwu.ac.pg, Divine Word University
- Martin, Daniel, Dean, Faculty of Business and Informatics, mdaniel@dwu.ac.pg, (675) 4241 723, Divine Word University
CERTIFICATION AND ATTESTATION
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Timeline
FBI Curriculum and Assessment Committee Chair
Divine Word University
11.2025 - Current
Faculty of Business and Informatic Curriculum Assessment Committee (FCAC) Member
Divine Word University
01.2022 - Current
Mathematics & Computing Science | Information Systems Final Year Project Supervisor
Divine Word University
01.2021 - 2023
Senior Tutor, Information Systems
Divine Word University
01.2018 - Current
Support ICT Technician
Industrial Development Corporation
01.2016
Postgraduate Certificate - Higher Education Teaching and Learning
Divine Word University
Graduate Certificate - Data Networking
Divine Word University
Secondary Education Certificates - undefined
Popondetta Secondary
Bachelor of Mathematics and Computing Science -
Divine Word University
Master of Information Technology (Professional) - Networking And Cloud Computing
Deakin University