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Dennis Nyagah

743 Fairmont St. NW #305,Washington, DC

Summary

Honorably Discharged US Air Force Veteran. High-achieving IT technician with proven record of timely and high-quality delivery. Experienced IT professional with thorough understanding of business goals and requirements. Flexible communicator who prioritizes cooperation in achieving goals. Organized and detail-oriented, excels at methodical planning and implementation of projects. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Intelligence Operations position. Ready to help team achieve Organizational goals.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Tire and Lube Technician

BNH TIres And Auto
07.2020 - Current

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  • Perform tire rotations and recommended necessary tire replacements to promote tire functionality and vehicle safety.
  • Mount and balance tires to promote even wear and decrease on-the-road safety hazards.
  • Maintain garage and shop areas neat, clean, and free of safety hazards.
  • Assist other lube technicians and mechanics in vehicle diagnostic and repair work to enable timely completion of service tickets.
  • Recommend automotive services and repairs to promote good vehicle operation and enhance road safety.
  • Change oil and filters in customer vehicles and safely disposed of used oil in approved receptacles.
  • Install wiper blades and headlamps and confirmed items' functionality to promote safe vehicle operation.
  • Educated customers on vehicle systems operation and recommended regular maintenance schedules to promote optimal vehicle functionality.

Medical Technician

SPS Tech
08.2019 - 07.2020
  • Deliver RME, case carts to the clinics 'clean' storage and OR
  • Deliver biohazard red/tan bins and appropriate colored tags to the clinics
  • Pick up soiled RME and case carts from clinics and OR per schedule and transport to SPS Decontamination
  • Assist technicians in sterilization and prep and pack areas as requested
  • Interacted with patients and families while demonstrating high standards of performance, teamwork, and compassion.
  • Followed appropriate disinfecting procedures to sterilize medical equipment.
  • Maintained patient confidence and protected hospital by keeping information confidential.

Hardware Specialist (Contractor)

US Census Bureau
05.2018 - 02.2019
  • Provide exceptional Customer service and Helpdesk support via phone, email and in person for end users, including support of various in-house and commercial off-the shelf software applications
  • Provide laptop, desktop and peripherals support for on and off site clients
  • Supporting account recoveries, lockouts and password resets for users
  • Efficiently resolve user service requests promptly, ensuring satisfaction through follow-ups
  • Support VMware and Windows Server on client site and remotely in a team environment
  • Troubleshooting and maintaining Active Directory and Group Policy updates and implementing solutions
  • Recommending, testing, set-up, deployment, and maintenance of hardware and software for clients
  • Identify and escalate more complex problem reports or service requests to next tier of support as appropriate
  • Complete work order tickets, including ticket creation at the time of initial problem report/service request
  • Provide assistance with the relocation and implementation of user IT equipment and workstation setup
  • Provide mobile device support for Android and Mac Enterprise devices
  • Complying with established SOP’s to meet client service request SLA’s and project timelines.
  • Investigated hardware product issues involving materials and software and devised solutions.
  • Drove implementation of quality requirements for new product designs and adherence to customer specifications and production requirements.
  • Translated broad spectrum project requirements to detailed hardware architecture design concepts.

IT Support Specialist

International Monetary Fund
05.2017 - 05.2018
  • Responsible for Windows 10 Operating System deployments and PC peripherals replacement
  • Provided roaming support and regular IT services to clients as needed
  • Provided support on known problems plaguing new software and hardware and gathering staff feedback
  • Debriefed the Client Services Roaming Support Coordinator and the local IT team daily
  • Responsible for client software migration and updates on new workstations
  • Ensured that information and systems were secure and protected in accordance with set information security policies, procedures and standards.
  • Used ticketing systems to manage and process support actions and requests.
  • Created help desk tickets, troubleshot and resolved desktop issues.
  • Provided Tier 1 IT support to non-technical internal users through desk side support services.
  • Determined hardware and network system issues using proactive troubleshooting techniques.
  • Prepared new computers and mobile devices according to internal policies on standardized software and security deployments.
  • Responded to faults in networks to rapidly restore connectivity and prevent unnecessary downtimes.
  • Managed backup and recovery of data assets to safeguard system availability.

IT Coordinator (Contractor)

WORLD BANK
01.2017 - 12.2017
  • Responded to client incident/problem tickets in Remedy ticket tracking system and document updates in the work log regarding the status and resolution of ticket incident
  • Instituting protocols for the use of IT across departments and projects
  • Providing clients with computer and network support in response to specific requests related to client standard software applications, network connection and usage
  • Assist with the management and maintenance of hardware and software inventoried
  • Troubleshot and resolved issues with WAN, VLAN, firewall, VPN systems
  • Created and managed Network accounts to include granting access to secured file shares
  • Provided configuration and SharePoint administration support
  • Coordinate and support VTC/Audio conferences.
  • Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
  • Gathered and organized materials to support operations.
  • Tracked records, filed documents and maintained communication between clients to manage office activities.
  • Participated in workshops and in-service meetings to enhance personal growth and professional development.

Tier II IT Intern

JMILCO, LLC
08.2016 - 12.2016
  • Maintained, repaired, and installed personal PC and network hardware and software
  • PC refresh and migration Windows XP to Windows 7/8/10
  • Responded to user requests for service, troubleshot problems and helped develop solutions
  • Supported PC hardware components, desktop operating system software and application software
  • Performed minor repairs to equipment and arranged for other servicing needs.

Tier 1

R. Emmanuel Consulting & Training Center
07.2015 - 07.2016
  • Support
  • Installed software, modified and repaired hardware and resolved technical issues
  • Provided base level IT support to 200 non-technical personnel
  • Developed quick reference guides to assist end-users with challenging software application features
  • Ensured that Remedy/Spiceworks tickets were resolved and completed to the client’s satisfaction
  • Provided level 2 end-user technical support for Windows 7, Microsoft Office and Network connectivity.

Vehicle Mechanic

United States Air Force
10.2007 - 09.2010
  • Worked on starting systems and electrical systems such as wiring harnesses, lights, batteries and communication systems.
  • Diagnosed engine, suspension, brake, transmission and other vehicle issues using extensive training and diagnostic equipment.
  • Ordered parts and supplies from suppliers when bench stock levels dropped below threshold or when broken parts required replacement.
  • Repaired broken or damaged wheels, brakes, suspension and other undercarriage issues in high-stress environments and with minimal tools.
  • Utilized special alignment equipment and wheel-balancing machines to align wheels, axles, frames and steering mechanisms of automobiles.

Education

Master of Arts - M.A. Certificate in CounterIntelligence

American Military University
Charles Town, WV
08.2015

Master of Arts - National Security And Counterterrorism

American Military University
Charles Town, WV
06.2015

Bachelor of Arts - Intelligence Operations

American Military University
Charles Town, WV.
11.2012

Associates of Science Degree - Information Technology

Augustana College
Nairobi, Kenya
09.2006

Skills

  • Technical Troubleshooting
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Hardware Configurations
  • User Training/Support
  • Software Installs
  • Customer Service
  • LAN Connectivity
  • Complaint Handling
  • Problem Diagnosis
  • Effective Communicator
  • Phone & Online Support
  • Self-Starter
  • Client/Server Models
  • Team Player
  • AREAS OF EXPERTISE
  • Security Management
  • MS Office Suite
  • Active Directory
  • Bomgar
  • Windows Server 2008/2012
  • Remedy
  • Microsoft Exchange
  • ServiceNow
  • Ports, Protocols and TCP/IP
  • SCCM
  • SharePoint 2010
  • Windows Migration
  • Windows Vista/7/8/10
  • Networking

Certification

CompTIA A+ Certification, 5/2016 Microsoft Outlook 2013 Specialist, 5/2016 Global Stellar Customer Service Certificate, 5/2016 2 | Page

Languages

Swahili
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Tire and Lube Technician

BNH TIres And Auto
07.2020 - Current

Medical Technician

SPS Tech
08.2019 - 07.2020

Hardware Specialist (Contractor)

US Census Bureau
05.2018 - 02.2019

IT Support Specialist

International Monetary Fund
05.2017 - 05.2018

IT Coordinator (Contractor)

WORLD BANK
01.2017 - 12.2017

Tier II IT Intern

JMILCO, LLC
08.2016 - 12.2016

Tier 1

R. Emmanuel Consulting & Training Center
07.2015 - 07.2016

Vehicle Mechanic

United States Air Force
10.2007 - 09.2010

Master of Arts - M.A. Certificate in CounterIntelligence

American Military University

Master of Arts - National Security And Counterterrorism

American Military University

Bachelor of Arts - Intelligence Operations

American Military University

Associates of Science Degree - Information Technology

Augustana College
Dennis Nyagah