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Khoa Nguyen

Khoa Nguyen

Systems Administrator
Renton,WA

Summary

Driven IT professional with 5 years of experience in software implementation and maintenance. Proven history of managing complex infrastructures and data center operations. Expert in solutions-oriented business application problem-solving and dedicated to providing best-in-class service. Skilled at troubleshooting, communication and collaboration.

My goal is to continue growing and learning as a Systems Administrator and in time become a Systems Engineer. As a highly-enthusiastic and analytical person, I am eager to learn and quench my thirst for knowledge. Over several years of working in different industries and doing freelance work, I've developed many skills that enhance my efficiency and effectiveness; which has also taught me to understand the importance of effective teamwork to provide the IT support and security that users require to be successful. With my critical thinking, planning, and leadership skills, I've lead projects and teams to success. I keep a positive attitude that some have called infectious. I believe that "teamwork makes the dream work", so I'm always doing my best to keep team moral up.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Systems Administrator

Porch.com Inc.
Seattle, WA
01.2021 - Current
  • Orchestrated integration and communication of software upgrades. (Okta SSO with several other systems)
  • Determined compatibility with various software by developing modification and integration programs.
  • Provided comprehensive training to internal and off-site users to optimize systems maintenance and resolve recurring issues.
  • Provided employees with fast and comprehensive technical support for software-related concerns, building employee confidence in Enterprise Business Systems team and solutions.

IT Engineer II, I

Porch.com Inc.
Seattle, WA
01.2017 - 01.2021
  • Managed various IT servers and systems (Active Directory, WDS, O365, GSuite, Okta)
  • Used virtualization software and RDP to set up test, manage, and deploy servers.
  • Setup computers for end users (imaging, configuration, and deployment) and Computer hardware diagnostics, repair, troubleshooting, and deployment.
  • Coached and mentored employees and offered constructive feedback for performance improvement.
  • Spearheaded inventory control measures to replenish and maintain IT equipment, supplies, tools and replacement parts.
  • Standardized job tasks and trained junior team members on industry best practices and standards.
  • Resolved issues and escalated problems with knowledgeable support and quality service.
  • Oversaw IT activities to maintain operations by maintaining laptops for 700+ users as lone engineer.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Information Technology

Sanford Brown College/IADT
Seattle, WA
08.2014 - 02.2017

Skills

Server and System Maintenance and Management

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Accomplishments

  • Honored with M.O.G. (Making Others Great) award through peer review and vote for going above & beyond in the contribution of other's success with a great attitude.
  • Lead software audits that saved the company thousands of dollars per month; ~$4800 in one instance.
  • Achieved streamlined remote and on site new hire onboarding process by introducing NorthPass for training and onboarding tasks.
  • Documented policies for several systems which led to better license management.
  • Used Microsoft Excel and other tracking systems (FreshService, Jamf) to develop inventory tracking tools.
  • Achieved 2 successful remote office launches by completing hardware setup and configuration with accuracy and efficiency. (Atlanta and Dallas)
  • Integrated Okta SSO with several systems to streamline user experience and improve security with integrated MFA.

Software

Office 365/Exchange

G Suite

Okta

GreenHouse Recruiting

Jira/Request Tracker/Fresh Service

Confluence

Microsoft Active Directory

Windows, Mac OSX, Ubuntu/Linux

VPN Administration: Pulse, OpenVPN

Hobbies

Video Gaming

Movies/TV/Anime

Cooking

Guitar

Work Availability

monday
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References

Morgan Michaels, Director of Technical Operations, Domain Tools

mmichaels@domaintools.com

206-953-7788

Russell Sychev, SR. Manager, Information Technology, Rad Power Bikes

rus.sychev@gmail.com - Preferred method of contact

425-209-8557

Timeline

Systems Administrator

Porch.com Inc.
01.2021 - Current

IT Engineer II, I

Porch.com Inc.
01.2017 - 01.2021

Bachelor of Science - Information Technology

Sanford Brown College/IADT
08.2014 - 02.2017
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