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Andre Wells

Parrish,FL

Summary

Information Systems Specialist with 18 years of hands-on experience in Information Technology. Extensive experience with diverse applications, operating systems and platforms with a passion for network security and learning new technologies.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Workstation Administrator II

Integrated Resources / TriNet
02.2022 - 02.2023
  • Computerized office activities, maintained customer communications, tracked and managed assets through delivery.
  • Managed Incidents and requests through Service Now Ticketing System, Successfully resolving over 500 cases
  • Conducted in-depth troubleshooting of hardware and software issues, employee concerns and consulted corrective actions to resolve issues.
  • Spearheaded inventory control measures to replenish and maintain IT equipment, supplies, tools and replacement parts.
  • Trained and guided employees and offered constructive feedback for equipment operations and performance improvement.
  • Provided comprehensive training to internal and off-site users to optimize systems maintenance and resolve recurring issues.
  • Performed imaging to multiple HP model laptops for the use of remote and onsite users
  • Resolved issues and escalated problems with knowledgeable support and quality service.

IT Specialist

Owner-Operator Of IFP Services, Technical Services
01.2020 - 02.2022
  • Configured hardware, devices and software to set up work stations for employees.
  • Explained technical information in clear terms to non-technical individuals to promote better understanding.
  • Assessed system hardware and software and suggested modifications to reduce lag time and improve overall speed.
  • Installed, configured, and supported local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN) and Internet system.
  • Maintained network hardware and software and monitored network to support network availability to end users.
  • Managed and maintained stability of network and wireless services throughout enterprise.
  • Constructed and maintained Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN).
  • Backed up company data to distributed storage centers to avoid massive data loss in event of network breach or failure.
  • Provided Support for Manatee and Hillsbourough County Schools and Hospitals
  • Provided Support for Retail and Manufacturing companies

Cloud Administrator

I-Net Consulting
07.2019 - 01.2020
  • Remote Network Support using Continuum Server Management
  • Cloud Service Management
  • Administration of Office 365, Google Suite, Polycom Systems, Edgewave, Citrix, Datto, Watchguard, and Ubiquity products
  • Monitored networks and network devices to resolve technical problems quickly.
  • Resolved issues and escalated problems with knowledgeable support and quality service.
  • Implemented, developed and tested installation and update of file servers, print servers and application servers.
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.

Data Management and Automation Support

PricewaterhouseCoopers, PWC
01.2019 - 06.2019
  • Provided remote support for Tableau, Alteryx, and UiPath, visualization, automation, and intelligence services, with the goal to integrate and educate users on-site and remote.
  • Collaborated with supervisors to escalate and address customer inquiries or technical issues.
  • Translated complex technical issues into digestible language for non-technical users.
  • Used ServiceNow ticketing system to manage and process support actions and requests.
  • Provided Tier 1 IT support to non-technical internal users through desk side support services.
  • Managed high levels of call flow and responded to various technical support needs.
  • Collaborated with colleagues in both domestic and international support facilities.

Information Systems Specialist

Nortrax/John Deere
01.2018 - 12.2018
  • Managed end-user accounts and permissions, overseeing correct provisioning of access rights in accordance with security best practices and Company policies.
  • Learned and implemented new software testing procedures.
  • Followed up with clients to verify optimal customer satisfaction following support engagement and problem resolution.
  • Configured hardware, devices and software to set up work stations for employees.
  • Removed malware, ransomware and other threats from laptops and desktop systems.
  • Collaborated with vendors to locate replacement components and resolve advanced problems.
  • Identified negative hardware performance trends and common issues afflicting systems, reporting findings for remediation.

Information Systems Technician

United States Navy
11.2004 - 11.2012
  • Operated and coordinated telecommunications systems including automated networks and the full spectrum of data links and circuits
  • Transmitted, received, operated, monitored, controlled and processed many forms of telecommunications through various transmission media including global networks
  • Maintained necessary logs, files and publications at the communications center
  • Performed the functions of a computer system analyst
  • Operated and Maintained state-of-the-art information systems technology including local and wide area networks, mainframe, mini and microcomputer systems and associated peripheral devices
  • Encrypted data and erected firewalls to protect sensitive data.
  • Monitored use of data files and regulated access to protect secure information.
  • Maintained data management and storage systems to protect data from compromise.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Information Technology

American InterContinental University
Schaumburg, IL

Information Technology

New Horizons Computer Learning Center

Skills

  • Resourcefulness and Analytical
  • Strategic Planning
  • Process Adaptability
  • Attention to Detail
  • Technical Support
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Installation and Repair
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Incident Response Ticket Management
  • Deadline Adherence
  • Team Collaboration
  • Network Administration
  • Administrative Support
  • Diagnosis and Troubleshooting
  • Recordkeeping and File Management
  • Network Performance
  • Technical Specifications
  • Infrastructure Support
  • Technical Document Reading
  • Problem Analysis
  • Digital Filing
  • Remote Monitoring
  • Security Standards
  • Robotic Systems
  • Data Integrity
  • Operational Procedures
  • Mission Critical Applications

Timeline

Workstation Administrator II

Integrated Resources / TriNet
02.2022 - 02.2023

IT Specialist

Owner-Operator Of IFP Services, Technical Services
01.2020 - 02.2022

Cloud Administrator

I-Net Consulting
07.2019 - 01.2020

Data Management and Automation Support

PricewaterhouseCoopers, PWC
01.2019 - 06.2019

Information Systems Specialist

Nortrax/John Deere
01.2018 - 12.2018

Information Systems Technician

United States Navy
11.2004 - 11.2012

Associate of Applied Science - Information Technology

American InterContinental University

Information Technology

New Horizons Computer Learning Center
Andre Wells