Brandon Bailey
Ft. Washington,MD
Summary
Dynamic SharePoint Administrator with proven success at Open Technology Solutions, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, and various government and private organizations - enhancing user adoption through tailored training and support. Expert in Office 365 troubleshooting and security compliance, I excel in problem-solving and collaboration, driving efficiency and innovation in SharePoint environments while ensuring seamless integration and optimal performance.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
SharePoint/Office 365 Administrator
Open Technology Solutions
10.2021 - 05.2025
- Collaborated with various departments to gather requirements and develop tailored SharePoint solutions.
- Troubleshot issues with SharePoint sites and applications, resolving problems quickly to maintain productivity.
- Enhanced SharePoint functionality by implementing custom solutions and workflows.
- Provided expert guidance during audits related to compliance within the organization''s internal policies and industry regulations.
- Designed user-friendly interfaces for SharePoint sites, improving overall user experience and adoption rates.
SharePoint Administrator
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
07.2019 - 09.2021
- Created comprehensive documentation of system configurations, procedures, and best practices for future reference purposes.
- Evaluated emerging technologies and trends regularly; recommended enhancements that would improve overall effectiveness and efficiency within the organization''s use of SharePoint resources.
- Coordinated with IT teams to ensure seamless integration between SharePoint infrastructure and other business systems.
- Assisted in the planning of company-wide collaboration initiatives using SharePoint as a primary toolset.
- Supported end-users through technical assistance when needed; addressed issues promptly.
- Optimized data storage and retrieval processes, streamlining document management for increased efficiency.
- Managed site permissions effectively, ensuring proper access levels for all users across the organization.
SharePoint Engineer
Zenetex
11.2018 - 10.2019
- Configured permission settings appropriately for various user groups, balancing accessibility with data security concerns.
- Streamlined business processes by developing custom SharePoint workflows for various departments.
- Conducted regular audits of SharePoint sites to identify areas for improvement or potential risks, proactively addressing any issues identified.
- Provided end-user training on SharePoint features and functionalities, improving overall adoption rates across the organization.
- Established governance policies for consistent use of metadata tags across all content types within a given environment.
- Collaborated closely with stakeholders to gather requirements, ensuring alignment between business needs and technical solutions delivered.
- Developed custom web parts to address specific business needs, resulting in improved functionality and efficiency.
- Increased team collaboration, leveraging SharePoint''s built-in tools and applications to facilitate communication and project management.
- Implemented robust security measures, ensuring the protection of sensitive data and compliance with company policies.
SharePoint Consultant
Freelancer
10.2018 - 06.2019
- Increased adoption rate of SharePoint services by conducting workshops for employees to demonstrate its benefits and functionalities.
- Worked closely with clients throughout the project lifecycle to understand their specific needs, establish clear objectives, and deliver tailored solutions that met or exceeded expectations.
- Delivered successful upgrades from previous versions of Microsoft Office Suite products like Word or Excel 2007/2010/2013/2016 to more recent releases such as Word or Excel 365/2019 while preserving data integrity and minimizing downtime.
- Contributed to the development of governance policies for managing the organization''s growing SharePoint environment while maintaining compliance standards.
- Evaluated third-party tools for compatibility with company infrastructure and assessed their potential impact on existing SharePoint environments.
SharePoint Administrator
Veterans Affairs
10.2016 - 10.2017
- Developed training materials and conducted workshops, increasing end-user proficiency in SharePoint tools.
- Contributed significantly to the overall success of several high-profile projects by leveraging advanced knowledge of SharePoint tools.
- Integrated third-party applications with SharePoint, expanding capabilities while maintaining a cohesive user experience.
- Migrated existing content to new SharePoint platforms seamlessly, minimizing disruptions to daily operations.
- Monitored system usage and performance metrics, identifying areas for improvement or optimization.
- Configured and administered SharePoint servers, maintaining optimal performance and reliability.
- Administered, supported, and monitored databases by proactively resolving database issues and maintaining servers.
Education
Associate of Science - Information Technology
Northern Virginia Community College
Annandale, VA01.2016
Skills
Identity and Access management
Certification
CompTIA Security + Certification
Timeline
SharePoint/Office 365 Administrator
Open Technology Solutions
10.2021 - 05.2025
SharePoint Administrator
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
07.2019 - 09.2021
SharePoint Engineer
Zenetex
11.2018 - 10.2019
SharePoint Consultant
Freelancer
10.2018 - 06.2019
SharePoint Administrator
Veterans Affairs
10.2016 - 10.2017
Associate of Science - Information Technology
Northern Virginia Community College