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ADDIS TAYE

Arlington,VA

Summary

Experienced IT Support Specialist with a strong focus on customer service and problem-solving. Skilled in resolving hardware and software issues, managing network configurations, and ensuring the smooth functioning of IT systems. Dedicated to delivering high-quality technical assistance to end-users. Seeking opportunities to utilize expertise in a dynamic IT environment.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

NOC Engineer II

The World Bank Group
McLean, VA
03.2023 - Current

• Managed and Administered various IT infrastructures of over 180 World Bank offices worldwide while working closely with end users and other technical professionals in a multicultural environment.

• Utilized my diverse skill set encompassing Systems Support, networking, troubleshooting, monitoring tools, incident management, project support, and collaboration in a global and multicultural context.

Network Control Engineer II

Starry Inc.
McLean, VA
04.2022 - 03.2023

• I operated within the 24/7/365 NOC, troubleshooting and maintained Starry's networks to uphold 99.9% uptime, crucial for retaining Starry's Internet service subscribers.

• Collaborated with internal/external cross-functional teams until resolution. Enhanced network reliability, performance, and security by efficiently completing maintenance and projects ahead of schedule.

• Achieved the highest overall customer satisfaction ratings regularly.

Network Operations Engineer

Ricoh USA, Inc
Alexandria, VA
04.2019 - 02.2022
  • Enhanced system uptime by proactively monitoring and troubleshooting network issues.
  • Provided continuous support to end-users, resolving connectivity issues promptly and professionally.
  • Increased network efficiency by implementing and maintaining robust infrastructure systems.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams for seamless network integration during mergers and acquisitions.
  • As a NOC Engineer/Sys Admin in a dynamic MSP environment, played a pivotal role in monitoring and troubleshooting complex enterprise IT issues, managing client/server architecture, networks, and cloud infrastructure with adept communication and remote tool utilization.
  • Managed, monitored, configured, and troubleshot servers, routers, switches, wireless access technologies, and various network equipment, including routing protocols, asset inventories, Hardware RMA, and Software issues. Fully managed customer IT environment while collaborating with customers, peers, vendors, Telcos/ISPs, and intercompany organizations.

IT Support Consultant

Aradacon, LLC
Arlington, VA
04.2016 - 11.2018

• Deployed PCs, Printers, OS, and Applications, providing on-site and remote tech support for hardware, email, apps, Virtual Machines, and network issues.

• Managed/Troubleshoot wireless and SOHO networks.

• Implemented security standards via user training, saving 14% on vendor costs. Maintained asset inventory, licenses, and software usage.

Education

Associate of Science - Information Technology

George Mason High School
Falls Church, VA
2020

Skills

  • Teamwork / Collaboration
  • Network Troubleshooting
  • Small Project Management
  • ITIL Processes, Ticketing
  • Incident Response, NOC/SOC
  • Server Administration
  • Active Directory
  • LAN/WAN/WLAN, SDWAN

Volunteer Experience

Walter Reed Community Center, Arlington, VA, 2021, 2023, IT Volunteer, Provided technical assistance and training to community members, helping them utilize digital tools and improve their computer literacy.

Timeline

NOC Engineer II

The World Bank Group
03.2023 - Current

Network Control Engineer II

Starry Inc.
04.2022 - 03.2023

Network Operations Engineer

Ricoh USA, Inc
04.2019 - 02.2022

IT Support Consultant

Aradacon, LLC
04.2016 - 11.2018

Associate of Science - Information Technology

George Mason High School
ADDIS TAYE