Darion Shields
Cypress,Texas
Summary
Rational IT analyst with 7 years of experience enhancing operations for organizations through information systems solutions. Proven track record of transforming specific business goals related to growth and efficiency improvements into new system designs. Knowledgeable innovator known for recommending new technologies to enhance existing systems and introduce new systems. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Information Technology Analyst
United States Marine Corps
11.2016 - Current
- Installed system updates to address vulnerabilities and reduce security issues.
- Researched and adopted new technologies to add value to existing offerings.
- Provided recommendations regarding new hardware and software to keep IT infrastructure up to date.
- Planned computer systems using information engineering, data modeling, and structured analysis.
- Developed diagrams to describe and lay out logical operational steps.
- Organized system operating procedures to strengthen controls.
- Reviewed technical work of consultants and third-party support providers.
- Troubleshot incidents reported by end-users to schedule system changes and identify permanent solutions.
- Enhanced project management skills by defining and presenting system solutions and timelines for business needs or technical problems.
- Collaborated with upper management to drive strategy and implement new processes.
Firearms Instructor
United States Marine Corps
10.2022 - 11.2023
- Met needs of different students by adapting teaching materials and methods.
- Provided feedback, guidance and support to students on participation and performance.
- Monitored student progress and provided individualized instruction to meet student needs and goals.
- Conducted classes and workshops for students on special topics of interest.
- Helped students meet course goals by establishing clear objectives for lessons, units and projects.
- Facilitated learning of various self-enrichment topics through detailed lesson plans given.
- Instructed students on low light engagement techniques and familiarization with the night vision device "NVD", and night aiming device Peq 16.
- Reinforced students shooting fundamentals and target engagement techniques by utilizing the indoor simulated marksmanship trainor "ISMIT".
Education
Associate of Science - Communications
Central Texas College
Killeen, TX11.2024
High School Diploma -
Cypress Woods High School
Cypress, TX06.2015
Skills
- Performance Optimization
- Data Analysis
- Information Security
- IT Resource Use
- Concept of Operations (CONOP) Design
- satellite terminal Operations
- Router Installation and Optimization
- Replacing Antennas
- Equipment Installation
- Troubleshooting Systems
- Service Calls
Timeline
Firearms Instructor
United States Marine Corps
10.2022 - 11.2023
Information Technology Analyst
United States Marine Corps
11.2016 - Current
Associate of Science - Communications
Central Texas College
High School Diploma -
Cypress Woods High School