Desarae Fitzpatrick

Dedicated and disciplined individual with a strong work ethic and a passion for results. As a quick learner, I thrive on challenges and am committed to personal and professional growth. My achievements include making the honors list and the president’s list at the University of Advancing Technology, where I am currently pursuing my BA in Computer Forensic. I am passionate about learning coding, project management skills, and Autopsy Forensics. Furthermore, within my time at University of Advancing technology I have learned the following skills.

• Installed, configured and maintained computer hardware and software systems.
• Implemented security measures to protect data from unauthorized access or destruction.
• Created and managed user accounts on local area networks and wide area networks.
• Performed system backups regularly to ensure data integrity in case of system failure.
• Diagnosed network problems and identified solutions for resolving them quickly.
• Monitored network performance for optimal efficiency and speed.
• Troubleshot hardware issues like defective memory, motherboards, drives.
• Developed documentation for end-users on how to use specific programs or software applications.
• Set up new workstations with necessary components such as operating systems, drivers.
• Updated existing software applications to the latest versions available.
• Assisted with setting up audio and visual equipment for meetings or presentations.
• Resolved conflicts between different software programs running simultaneously on a single machine.
• Configured settings on routers and firewalls to ensure secure connection within the LAN and WAN environment.
• Deployed anti-virus software across multiple computers in order to prevent malicious attacks.
• Collected, analyzed and reported on data for use in operational planning.
• Conducted workflow analysis, space design or cost comparison analysis.
• Entered commands and observed system functioning to verify correct operations and detect errors.
• Monitored system performance to ensure efficient operations of the IT infrastructure.
• Developed Java code for web applications, GUI interfaces, and back-end services.
• Troubleshot existing application issues and implemented fixes as needed.
• Monitored network traffic for suspicious activity and identified security threats.
• Provided technical guidance on the implementation of new security measures.
• Analyzed firewall configurations and recommended changes to improve performance and security.
• Conducted vulnerability assessments using various tools such as Nessus, Nmap, Metasploit.
• Investigated cyber-attacks by analyzing log files and identifying malicious activities.
• Researched emerging threats and vulnerabilities related to networks and applications.
• Created detailed reports documenting all security incidents including root cause analysis and recommendations for remediation.