Dynamic IT Systems Administrator with a wealth of experience in technical support, system administration, and team leadership in high-pressure settings. Currently overseeing IT Help Desk operations at a military facility, I have effectively led a team of IT professionals, providing outstanding support to over 50 VIP clients and ensuring smooth technical operations. My skills in Active Directory, video teleconferencing, and virtual desktop infrastructure, along with a solid understanding of cybersecurity best practices, enable me to improve organizational efficiency and security.
With a strong history of creating detailed Standard Operating Procedures and managing O365 migrations, I am committed to streamlining IT processes and enhancing user experiences. My military background has equipped me with excellent problem-solving abilities, adaptability, and the capacity to work collaboratively with diverse teams. I possess multiple CompTIA certifications, reflecting my dedication to ongoing learning and professional development in the fast-changing IT landscape. I am eager to apply my expertise to support and improve IT systems in a challenging new position.
- Oversaw a team of five IT Help Desk professionals (3 of which are Military Personnel).
- Provide remote and on-site technical support
- Manage trouble tickets using Remedy, escalating and assigning as needed
- Administer and manage Active Directory using NET (NMCI ENTERPRISE TOOL)
- Developed comprehensive Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for various IT processes
- Manage remote network access devices
- Provide support for Government Furnished Equipment (GFE)
- Manage (Secure) Video Teleconferencing (VTC) audio and video teleconferences
- Support Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VMware Horizon Client)
- Assist with VoIP phone support, including password resets and voicemail PIN resets
- Support organizational-wide O365 migration in the national capital region
- Troubleshoot Windows and iOS devices
- Assist in the installation and management of government-approved software
- Conduct new hire training
- Execute hardware requests for workstation equipment and peripherals
- Manage inventory
- Assist in command-wide tech refresh including NIPR & SIPR computers,
iPhones, iPads, and VTC equipment
- As a TA (Trusted Agent) provided issuance and revocation of SIPR Tokens
- Provided training to end users on best cybersecurity practices for maintaining a SIPR Token
- Deliver direct support to the cybersecurity and SharePoint teams.
- Deliver technical support to over 50 VIP clients.
- Support Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VMware Horizon Client)
(The responsibilities for this role matches the above role due to a employer contract change).
- Demonstrated leadership and teamwork skills while serving in the Navy Reserve
- Successfully completing training and missions that enhanced operational readiness and strategic objective
- Developed strong problem-solving abilities and discipline while collaborating with diverse teams in high-pressure environments
- Utilized the ServiceNow ticketing system to open, resolve, and update tickets.
- Utilized Administrator tools to manage, troubleshoot, and optimize the windows environment
- Utilized Bomgar to remote into workstations and troubleshoot issues.
- Utilized Registry Editor to troubleshoot and solve system issues.
- Created, moved, and deleted accounts in Active Directory and managed
security groups for objects like users, laptops, and desktops.
- Created SMB shares and security groups for the specific share drives.
- Imaged Dell/HP laptops and desktops with a DISA/DHA-approved Windows
10 image using the PXE Boot process and configured them for users, classrooms, and conference rooms.
- Assisted system administrators with setting up classrooms for users.
- Worked with vendors such as HP/Dell to troubleshoot technical issues with
desktops, laptops, printers, and scanners.
- Utilized vCenter to update Windows servers and patched vulnerabilities.
- Created Ethernet cables using Cat5/6 wires.
- Troubleshot technical issues with applications such as Microsoft O365,
Adobe, Teams, and Windows 10.
- Configured mobile phones by utilizing MobileIron/Purebred to meet DISA
compliance standards and to access network resources such as VPN, O365, and Teams
- Assisted in setting up for Teams meetings by configuring microphones and cameras, and testing the overall AV quality.
- Experience with tier 2/3 support.
- Provided customers technical support via email, phone, MS Teams, and in person
- Imaged/re-imaged laptops and desktops for DoD operability
- Diagnosed computer errors, troubleshot software, driver issues, hardware, VPN/network connectivity and printer issues
- Applied group policy & McAfee updates on end-user systems
- Unblocked/unlocked CAC & IAccess cards
- Issued laptops, peripherals, etc to customers
- Configured new systems (laptops, desktops, phones, tablets)
- Reviewed, followed, and made recommendations for new Help desk SOPs
- Provided support with active directory (adding end users to share drives, reenacting accounts, etc.)
- Trained end users (completion of SAAR forms, Network connectivity via telework, moving files to a disk, software)
- Disassembled computer systems to identify and resolve hardware issues
- Troubleshot and resolved issues related to hardware, software, and network connectivity
- Delivered exceptional technical support to customers via multiple
platforms – phone, e-mail, chat, and in person
- Skilled in using remote support tools, i.e., TeamViewer and Remote Desktop
- Escalated complex issues to senior technicians as required
- Provided training to military personnel on technical products
- Assisted in the maintenance of SOPs and other process documentation
- Conducted preventive maintenance and software updates
- Setup and configured new computers, printers, and other peripherals