Colby Smith
Navarre,FL
Summary
IT Specialist with experience in managing network systems, data security, and a small background in security engineering. Demonstrated ability to improve system efficiency and reduce downtime. Track record of leading successful projects, enhancing client satisfaction, and improving overall operational performance. I am also a highly motivated employee with a desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
IT Specialist
United States Army National Guard
Pensacola, FL
01.2024 - Current
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on computers, servers, and other IT equipment.
- Created user accounts, set up permissions, and monitored system security.
- Updated software versions with patches and new installations to close security loopholes and protect users.
Financial Advisor
Afortus
Navarre, FL
02.2023 - 01.2024
- Developed financial plans and strategies tailored to clients' individual needs.
- Conducted detailed analysis of clients' current financial situation, including risk assessment, cash flow management, and retirement planning.
- Provided advice on tax-advantaged investment opportunities.
- Monitored client portfolios to ensure that recommended investments remain in line with their goals and objectives.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Information Technology
Pensacola State College
Pensacola, FLSome College (No Degree) - Information Technology
The University of West Florida
Pensacola, FLSkills
- Incident Reporting
- Application security
- Information Security
- Data screening
- Team building
- Project Management
- Cybersecurity frameworks
- Network Security
- Professionalism
- Application support
- Application installations
- User credential management
- Network diagnostics
- Software diagnosis
courses
Through the military, I did 3 courses
- IT Essentials I tested on Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), and A+.
- Software I learned Software Engineering, Security Engineering, and Security Cloud.
- Networking I learned Full stack, Routers, Switches, Network Security, Network Software, and Network +.
Timeline
IT Specialist
United States Army National Guard
01.2024 - Current
Financial Advisor
Afortus
02.2023 - 01.2024
Some College (No Degree) - Information Technology
Pensacola State College
Some College (No Degree) - Information Technology
The University of West Florida
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