Desired Job Title
Technology SpecialistHelp Desk TechnicianDirector of TechnologyWork Type
Full TimeContract WorkLocation Preference
On-SiteHybridLocation: Clarksdale, MS, USNashville, TN
Open to relocation: Yes
Open To Work
Anthony Dixon
Technology Director
Clarksdale,MS
Work Preference
Summary
Seasoned information technology manager knowledgeable about infrastructure, security and operations management. Proactive and decisive leader with several years of related experience.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Technology
Coahoma County School District
Clarksdale, Mississippi
07.2004 - Current
- Promoted from Technology Specialist to lead technology strategy and operations, overseeing infrastructure and personnel.
- Added Responsibilities of Fixed Asset Manager (2018 - Present): Maintain accurate records for a portfolio valued at $31M+, managing asset acquisitions, tagging, and depreciation in compliance with state and local policies.
- Oversaw cybersecurity measures to safeguard student and staff data.
- Established partnerships with vendors to improve technological resources and capabilities.
- Evaluated vendor proposals through cost-benefit analysis for optimal solution selection.
- Provided technical support for user issues, account maintenance, and backup systems.
- Managed software deployment, licensing, and updates across Windows and Chrome OS environments.
Technology Specialist
Coahoma County School District
Clarksdale, Mississippi
06.2000 - 06.2004
- Executed network administration by installing and maintaining servers, switches, and wireless access points.
- Provided hands-on hardware and software support for user endpoints in Windows environments.
- Resolved technical issues swiftly to ensure minimal disruption to educational processes.
- Assisted staff with troubleshooting hardware and software issues promptly.
Help Desk Technician
Stream International
Memphis, TN
10.1999 - 05.2000
- Provided local and remote Tier 1 IT support for hardware and software to customers.
- Diagnosed and resolved technical issues through effective troubleshooting.
- Provided technical support for hardware and software issues across multiple user platforms.
- Researched issues on various computer systems and databases to determine resolutions to problems and answer inquiries.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Engineering
Mississippi State University
Starkville, MS12-1998
Skills
- Network administration
- Strategic IT planning
- Asset management
- Cybersecurity
- Vendor management
- Technology budgeting
- Cost-benefit analysis
- Problem solving
- Team leadership
- Saas
Timeline
Director of Technology
Coahoma County School District
07.2004 - Current
Technology Specialist
Coahoma County School District
06.2000 - 06.2004
Help Desk Technician
Stream International
10.1999 - 05.2000
Bachelor of Science - Computer Engineering
Mississippi State University