FALLOU MBOWE
Land O' Lakes
Summary
Detail-oriented IT student with hands-on experience in home lab environments, networking, and Linux systems. Demonstrates strong problem-solving skills and adaptability in fast-paced settings. Capable of quickly learning new technologies and troubleshooting issues to support operations effectively. Building a foundation for a long-term career in IT and cybersecurity.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Pizza Delivery
Jets Pizza
Tampa
10.2024 - 08.2025
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Enhanced communication skills by actively engaging with team members and customers.
- Collaborated effectively in team environments, offering support and guidance to ensure smooth operations.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
Sales Manager
Beymark
Temple Terrace
12.2024 - 05.2025
- Surpassed weekly sales targets consistently, contributing to overall revenue growth.
- Cultivated customer relationships, resulting in high satisfaction and increased repeat business.
- Developed strategies to enhance market penetration and customer engagement.
- Mentored, trained, and onboarded junior sales personnel for success.
- Enhanced communication and problem-solving skills in customer-facing roles.
- Partnered with hiring managers to refine job profiles, enhancing candidate quality and fit.
Construction Flagger
Flagger Force Traffic Control Services
Tampa
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Managed flow of automotive traffic to ensure safety and compliance with project supervisor's directives.
- Directed motorists efficiently towards detours and alternate routes to minimize delays.
- Actively alerted construction crew about vehicles failing to obey signals, preventing accidents and injuries.
- Created traffic routing plans to optimize vehicle movement in metropolitan areas.
- Serviced tools and equipment regularly to ensure optimal performance.
- Unloaded construction materials from delivery trucks and organized them for easy access.
HOST
Glory Days Grill
Odessa
05.2022 - 07.2023
- Greeted guests and gathered information to efficiently seat groups or manage waitlist
- Communicated accurate wait times to customers while monitoring waiting list for optimal seating flow
- Scheduled reservations and notified servers and managers of large groups to prepare seating in advance
- Answered customer inquiries regarding the menu, restaurant services, and special promotions
- Assisted teammates with various tasks to enhance customer service and team collaboration
- Transported food and dishes from kitchen to serving counters for customer service
- Cleared, cleaned and sanitized booth and chair cushions and tables
- Followed safety and sanitation guidelines in accordance with local health regulations
FAST FOOD
Dairy Queen Grill & Chill
Odessa
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of kitchen and dining area to enhance customer experience
- Organized and assembled multiple orders during peak dinner and lunch hours
- Worked with team to provide prompt service during peak hours, contributing to customer satisfaction
- Prepared diverse menu items, including burgers and sandwiches, to support efficient kitchen operations
- Sanitized workstation at end of shift to prevent foodborne illnesses
- Rotated stock items and ingredients to maintain freshness
- Safely operated ovens, fryers and grills to prevent injuries and accidents
Education
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
St. Petersburg College
Clearwater, FL12-2027
Associate of Arts - Information Technology
St. Petersburg College
Clearwater, FL05-2026
High School Diploma -
Sunlake High School
Land O' Lakes, FL05.2023
Skills
Technical:
- Linux: Ubuntu server basics, command-line navigation, package installation, and service management
- Networking fundamentals: IP addressing, DHCP, static assignments, port forwarding, and basic troubleshooting
- Device configuration & connectivity: routers, access points, and local network device setup
- Virtualization: VirtualBox environments for testing operating systems and lab services
- NAS & media server environments: storage setup, shared directories, and media service integration
- Remote access tools: secure connectivity and remote management of lab systems and services
General:
- Troubleshooting mindset
- Adaptability to technology
- Teamwork and communication
- Pressure management
- Accountability and responsibility
- Conflict resolution
- Social skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Customer engagement
- Problem solving
- Delivery logistics
- Vehicle operation
- Stock organization
Projects
Home Server & Media Automation Lab
Technologies: Ubuntu Server, CasaOS, Plex, Radarr, Sonarr, Overseerr, Prowlarr, Synology NAS
- Built and maintain a self-hosted home lab environment for media management, automation, and network services.
- Deployed and configured containerized applications using CasaOS for service orchestration.
- Integrated a Synology NAS for centralized storage, media streaming, and backup workflows.
- Configured end-to-end automation pipeline (Overseerr → Sonarr/Radarr → torrent client → Plex).
- Troubleshot networking, file paths, permissions, and container connectivity issues.
- Implemented remote access and service reliability testing across devices.
Networking & Infrastructure Configuration Lab
Technologies: Router/AP configuration, static IPs, DHCP, port forwarding, VPN (Tailscale), switching concepts
- Designed and configured a segmented home network for lab services and personal devices.
- Implemented static IP assignments, port forwarding, and service exposure for self-hosted apps.
- Configured router in access-point mode and tested performance impacts across network layers.
- Deployed Tailscale VPN for secure remote access to internal services.
- Practiced troubleshooting connectivity, latency, and device discovery issues across LAN/Wi-Fi.
NAS Deployment & Storage Architecture
Technologies: Synology DSM, shared storage, media directories, backup workflows
- Set up and integrated a Synology NAS into an existing home server environment.
- Configured shared volumes, file permissions, and media library paths for automation tools.
- Evaluated storage organization strategies for reliability and scalability.
- Tested media ingestion and retrieval workflows across multiple applications.
Python Programming Coursework Projects
Technologies: Python, IDLE, modular scripting, loops, user input handling
- Developed scripts using nested loops, modular imports, and user-driven input.
- Implemented programs calculating geometric properties and formatted outputs to specification.
- Practiced debugging, file execution, and environment navigation using Python tools.
Timeline
Sales Manager
Beymark
12.2024 - 05.2025
Pizza Delivery
Jets Pizza
10.2024 - 08.2025
Construction Flagger
Flagger Force Traffic Control Services
05.2024 - 08.2024
HOST
Glory Days Grill
05.2022 - 07.2023
FAST FOOD
Dairy Queen Grill & Chill
05.2021 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
St. Petersburg College
Associate of Arts - Information Technology
St. Petersburg College
High School Diploma -
Sunlake High School