CHRISTOPHER SANTANA
Cranston,RI
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
8097
8097
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Intern- Networking and Infrastructure
Edesia Nutrition
North Kingstown, Rhode Island
02.2026 - Current
- Conducted daily morning walkthroughs to verify network stability and ensure all IT equipment (including televisions, badge scanners, and other devices) was fully operational.
- Programmed universal remotes for over 20 televisions using a clear, consistent, and organized naming convention.• Developed a comprehensive Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for the setup and daily use of universal remotes.
- •Reorganized the entire IT closet into a logical, well-labeled system with dedicated compartments for frequently used items and secure storage for non-essential equipment.
- Reconfigured a high-traffic IT station utilized by over 20 employees daily into an organized, efficient, and unobstructed workspace for improved accessibility and usability.
- Designed and built multiple IT workstations with clean, organized cable management and seamlessly hidden components for a professional appearance and optimal functionality
- Configured a sound system around the entire complex so employees can seamlessly connect to a speaker of their choice and play what they want while maintaining control through a central system.
Client Systems Technician
USAF Rhode Island Air National Guard, 282nd CBCS
11.2021 - Current
- Create operating procedures and document Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI).
- Use Active Directory to maintain users and manage resources.
- Provide professional support to classified computing environments.
- Perform system imaging and help desk functions.
- Install and configure software applications like Teams, OneDrive, and Outlook requested by end users.
- Document and follow basic IT / IA processes and procedures.
- Assist customers with hardware issues and ticket input using ServiceNow software.
Consultant
Polaris Consulting
12.2024 - 12.2025
- Audit Companies on their cybersecurity framework using the NIST SP 800-171 federal regulation.
- Work with a team of five to investigate a company's business, automation, cybersecurity, and financial defense.
- Present solutions for compliance issues, create a plan to integrate better security.
Education
B.S - Cybersecurity
Rhode Island College
B.S - Computer Information Systems
Rhode Island College
Community College of Air Force
Community College of Rhode Island
Skills
- Linux
- NoSQL
- Bilingual - Spanish
- Cybersecurity frameworks
- Network troubleshooting
- System imaging
- Active Directory management
- Complex Problem-solving
- Analytics
- Multitasking and organization
Certification
CompTIA Security+ Certified
Professional And Technical Skills
- Bilingual (Spanish) proficiency
- Imaging
- NoSQL
- Active Directory
- Linux
Projects
Cybersecurity lead, Led a team of 3 to develop an online database and website using Azure services and Google Sites for a non-profit organization to create a seamless donation and marketing portal.
Clearances
Active Secret Security Clearance
Timeline
Intern- Networking and Infrastructure
Edesia Nutrition
02.2026 - Current
Consultant
Polaris Consulting
12.2024 - 12.2025
Client Systems Technician
USAF Rhode Island Air National Guard, 282nd CBCS
11.2021 - Current
B.S - Cybersecurity
Rhode Island College
B.S - Computer Information Systems
Rhode Island College
Community College of Air Force
Community College of Rhode Island