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"
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