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Alyaa Abou-Bakara

Flint

Summary

IT professional with solid background in providing technical support across various platforms. Highly skilled in diagnosing and resolving hardware and software issues, ensuring smooth IT operations. Known for strong collaborative skills and ability to adapt quickly to changing environments, fostering reliable and results-driven work ethic.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

IT Help Desk Technician

City of Lansing
07.2024 - Current

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  • Provided technical support for hardware and software issues, ensuring timely resolution of user inquiries.
  • Documented troubleshooting procedures and solutions, improving knowledge base accessibility for team members.
  • Managed user access requests and account configurations, maintaining data security protocols effectively.
  • Collaborated with IT teams to implement upgrades and system enhancements, improving overall service delivery.
  • Configured hardware, devices, and software to set up work stations for employees.
  • Responded to support requests from end-users and patiently walked individuals through basic troubleshooting tasks.
  • Offering technical assistance to users regarding the configuration, setup, and maintenance of products
  • Managed IT projects.
  • DHCP, AD, TCP/IP
  • Bomgar Remote Support.
  • Manage User Accounts.
  • Auto-Patching

Computer Lab Teacher/Computer Tech

GISD/EDU Staff
01.2021 - 01.2024
  • Support teachers and students with computer problems and new software.
  • Troubleshoot computer and printer problems.
  • Developed engaging lesson plans integrating technology into classroom instruction
  • Implemented classroom management strategies to maintain a productive learning environment
  • Provided technical support to students in troubleshooting software and hardware issues
  • Mentored students in responsible internet use and online safety practices
  • Supported students with special needs by adapting lessons and providing necessary accommodations, facilitating an inclusive learning environment.
  • Managed computer lab inventory and maintenance schedules, ensuring optimal functionality for daily use by students and staff.
  • Promoted digital citizenship by teaching students responsible online behavior and internet safety protocols.

Self-Employed

Retail
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Updated inventory on the online platform.
  • Maintained computer upgrades to ensure system security and ease of use.
  • Provide timely and accurate information reflecting a customer-oriented image for the company.
  • Assisted clients with product selection.

Computer technician/Helpdesk

Barnett Construction Services of Michigan, LLC
01.2010 - 01.2017
  • Maintained and troubleshot computer systems and printers.
  • Installed and upgraded new software systems to ensure computer security.
  • Diagnosed and repaired hardware and software issues for various computer systems.
  • Installed and configured operating systems, applications, and network components.
  • Maintained inventory of parts and supplies, ensuring availability for repairs.

Internship

Genesee Intermediate School District
05.2013 - 10.2014
  • Executed daily work strategies with a team and followed oral and written instructions from management in a timely and efficient manner to increase productivity.
  • Provided timely and accurate information regarding upgraded computer systems and hardware updates.
  • Performed troubleshooting techniques on desktops and laptops.
  • Imaged deceives using Windows Deployment Services.
  • Integrated technology tools such as smartboards, tablets, and educational software programs to enhance lesson delivery effectively.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Information Technology and Networking

DeVry University
Chicago, IL
10.2024

Bachelor of Science - Information System focused on Cybersecurity

DeVry University
Chicago, IL
04-2025

Undergraduate Certificate - Cyber Security

DeVry University
Chicago, IL
06.2023

Associate of Applied Science - Information Technology Support Specialist

Baker College
Flint, MI
06.2014

Skills

  • Windows
  • Microsoft Suite
  • Proficient in Internet Research
  • Fluency in spoken English Arabic
  • Data Structures
  • Complex Problem Solving
  • Error Handling
  • Analytics
  • Active Learning
  • Critical Thinking
  • Systems Analysis
  • Strong Communication
  • Detail Oriented
  • Self-Motivated
  • Security Planning
  • Classroom skills, such as Deductive Reasoning
  • Database and Virtualized/Physical Server Environments
  • JavaScript
  • Python
  • CSS
  • MySQL
  • Remote support
  • Mobile device support
  • Software installation
  • Ticket management
  • Active directory
  • Technical troubleshooting
  • User support
  • Desktop support
  • Application installations
  • Linux
  • Azure

Languages

English
Full Professional
Arabic
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

IT Help Desk Technician

City of Lansing
07.2024 - Current

Computer Lab Teacher/Computer Tech

GISD/EDU Staff
01.2021 - 01.2024

Self-Employed

Retail
01.2018 - 01.2019

Internship

Genesee Intermediate School District
05.2013 - 10.2014

Computer technician/Helpdesk

Barnett Construction Services of Michigan, LLC
01.2010 - 01.2017

Undergraduate Certificate - Cyber Security

DeVry University

Associate of Applied Science - Information Technology and Networking

DeVry University

Bachelor of Science - Information System focused on Cybersecurity

DeVry University

Associate of Applied Science - Information Technology Support Specialist

Baker College
Alyaa Abou-Bakara