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Felipe Vilches

Miami,USA

Summary

Highly skilled and motivated IT professional with a bachelor’s degree in information technology seeking a challenging position to leverage technical expertise and problem-solving abilities to contribute to the success of an organization.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

IT Senior Specialist

Church World Service (CWS)
07.2023 - Current

Company Overview: SE Region

  • Manage and maintain IT infrastructure, including servers, networks, and cloud environments
  • Provide technical support and troubleshooting for hardware, software, and system issues
  • Coordinate and execute system upgrades, migrations, and patches
  • Lead and support IT projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives
  • Monitor and optimize system performance, ensuring high availability and efficiency
  • Manage cybersecurity measures, risk assessments, and compliance with IT regulations
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve IT operations and user experience
  • Evaluate and recommend new technologies to enhance business productivity
  • Train and mentor junior IT staff, providing guidance and expertise

Network and Systems Administrator & Cybersecurity Specialist

Radio Cumanayagua
02.2017 - 01.2023

Company Overview: ICRT


  • I designed, configured, and managed the network infrastructure to ensure optimal performance and reliable connectivity
  • I supervised the installation and maintenance of servers, switches, routers, and other network devices
  • Implemented network security policies to protect data integrity and ensure regulatory compliance
  • Performed proactive network monitoring to identify and fix performance and security issues
  • Collaborated with other technical teams and service providers to implement comprehensive solutions and resolve incidents effectively
  • Performed security assessments and vulnerability analysis in systems and networks
  • Implemented security measures to protect the company's infrastructure and data against internal and external threats
  • I participated in the response to security incidents, investigating and mitigating possible security breaches
  • Developed and provided security awareness training to employees, promoting good practices and minimizing risks
  • I kept the security protocols updated, following the best practices and the latest trends in the field of computer security as the limited existing resources in the entity allowed me


Technical Support Specialist

Municipal Education Department
09.2011 - 07.2017
  • Provided technical assistance to customers, troubleshooting software and hardware issues
  • Responded to customer inquiries via email, phone, and in-person
  • Assisted in the installation and configuration of software applications
  • Documented technical support processes and created user guides
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to resolve complex technical issues
  • Administration and management of work, email, and internet accounts
  • Participated in the installation and configuration of network equipment and systems
  • Conducted research on technologies and made recommendations for implementation


IT Intern

Municipal Education Department
09.2006 - 07.2011
  • Assisted the IT team in troubleshooting hardware and software issues for employees
  • Participated in the installation and configuration of network equipment and systems
  • Provided support for end-users, resolving technical problems promptly
  • Assisted in the development and maintenance of the company's internal database
  • Conducted research on emerging technologies and made recommendations for implementation


Education

Bachelor’s Degree - Computer Science

University "Conrado Benítez García"
Cienfuegos, Cuba
07-2011

Skills

  • Knowledge of database management systems (DBMS)
  • Data analysis
  • Network administration
  • Troubleshooting
  • Network monitoring
  • Management tools
  • Network and systems administration
  • Information security
  • Vulnerability analysis
  • Firewall systems
  • Intrusion detection
  • Prevention systems
  • Security incident management
  • Web development technologies
  • Operating systems
  • Windows
  • Linux
  • MacOS
  • Cybersecurity
  • Problem-solving
  • Analytical skills
  • Teamwork
  • Communication
  • Office 365 management
  • Low Voltage wiring
  • Organizational skills
  • Time management abilities

Timeline

IT Senior Specialist

Church World Service (CWS)
07.2023 - Current

Network and Systems Administrator & Cybersecurity Specialist

Radio Cumanayagua
02.2017 - 01.2023

Technical Support Specialist

Municipal Education Department
09.2011 - 07.2017

IT Intern

Municipal Education Department
09.2006 - 07.2011

Bachelor’s Degree - Computer Science

University "Conrado Benítez García"
Felipe Vilches