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Kiersten (Ki) Hamilton

Kennesaw,GA

Summary

Highly motivated professional with an intense desire to take on new challenges professionally. Bringing in over 4 years of experience, with an emphasis on providing support to mission-critical level government projects and enterprise level customers. Proven ability to utilize technical skills and troubleshooting techniques to enhance user productivity by swiftly identifying and resolving point-of-failure issues, while also maintaining user productivity. Detail-oriented and eagerly able to learn and apply new concepts quickly. Committed to continuous learning and skill development, particularly in all sectors; coupled with the ability to self-direct whilst also zealously providing superior performance in both autonomous and collaborative environments. Currently in pursuit of long-term professional position with adequate

room for vertical growth.

Overview

5
years of professional experience

Work History

Georgia Tech
Atlanta, GA

Academic Research Support Engineer
11.2023 - 11.2024

Job overview

  • Oversaw user account management through domain controllers.
  • Monitored system performance to ensure optimal functioning of services.
  • Assisted in the implementation of security policies according to best practices.
  • Maintained inventory of all equipment used by the company's staff.
  • Provided technical guidance when needed to other departments or personnel.
  • Participated in regular meetings with management regarding project status updates.
  • Identified issues and implemented appropriate solutions to deliver quick and effective remediation.
  • Maintained audit trail and statistical records of problems and conditions reported by client.
  • Conducted workflow analysis, space design or cost comparison analysis.

Amazon Web Services, AWS

Cloud Support Engineer
09.2022 - 10.2023

Job overview

  • Provided real-time support to everyday users of AWS.
  • Maintained a positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
  • Identified issues and implemented appropriate solutions to deliver quick and effective remediation
  • Utilized advanced cloud technical expertise to improve support processes and streamline customer service actions.
  • Implemented cloud policies, manages technology requests, and maintains service availability.

Georgia Technology Research Institute
Marietta, Georgia

IT Operations CO-OP
01.2020 - 08.2022

Job overview

  • Supported and assisted a large number of end users with various advanced technical issues, each requiring personalized care.
  • Onboarded and trained new and incoming help desk hires.
  • Escalated help-desk tickets to Tier 2 support, while working with said support to problem-solve more complicated situations.
  • Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications and missed deadlines.
  • Participated in and provided support across multiple high-level, high-priority, and specialized projects that went beyond the realms of traditional help desk duties.
  • Holds an active SECRET-level security clearance.

Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw, Georgia

Robotics Teaching Assistant
06.2021 - 08.2021

Job overview

  • Corresponded with robotics professor and other teaching assistant(s) to lay out a plan of action for students within the classroom to maintain a positive, fun, and efficient classroom environment
  • Mentored and assisted multiple school-age students in the robotics and programming field.
  • Engaged in one-on-one time with students to personalize an accurate path of study within the lesson of the day.
  • Set up visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to support the teacher's lesson delivery.

Verizon

Application Security Intern
05.2020 - 08.2020

Job overview

  • Worked closely with management to lay out an accurate course of action for securing outgoing applications created by developers.
  • Collaborated with team members to create a patented code process to solve issues that were present in the application security process.
  • Created an adequate, advanced project management virtual space in which all goals were reached and exceeded.
  • Adept at composing work-related presentations using various technology mediums, as well as being articulate in those presentations.
  • Recommended improvements in security systems and procedures.

Education

Kennesaw State University

Bachelor of Science from Information Technology
12.2022

University Overview

Skills

Technical skills

  • Cloud: Amazon AWS
  • Software: MS Office Suite, Atlassian tools, VMWare, Slack, Skype, Chime, Adobe Suite, (more)
  • Operating Systems: Windows, Linux, and Unix
  • Languages: Java, Python, C#, HTML, CSS, SQL, and AWS CLI
  • Hardware: System assembly and maintenance, installing and configuring peripherals, drivers, and components, (more)

Soft skills

  • Communication
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Problem Solving
  • Teamwork
  • Customer service
  • Attention to Detail
  • Time Management
  • Analytical Thinking

Certifications

  • Security Fundamentals (04/2017 – Present)
  • Digital Literacy (04/2017 – Present)
  • Microsoft Office Specialist 2010 for Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Access (04/2017)

Concepts

  • Amazon Web Services (AWS)
  • Cloud computing
  • Proficiency in web servers and public cloud systems
  • AWS setup and architecture
  • IT Security
  • Application Security
  • Machine learning
  • Debugging
  • Data entry
  • Technical Support
  • Linux Administration
  • Windows Administration
  • Network Configuration
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Quote

There is a powerful driving force inside every human being that, once unleashed, can make any vision, dream, or desire a reality.
Tony Robbins

Timeline

Academic Research Support Engineer
Georgia Tech
11.2023 - 11.2024
Cloud Support Engineer
Amazon Web Services, AWS
09.2022 - 10.2023
Robotics Teaching Assistant
Kennesaw State University
06.2021 - 08.2021
Application Security Intern
Verizon
05.2020 - 08.2020
IT Operations CO-OP
Georgia Technology Research Institute
01.2020 - 08.2022
Kennesaw State University
Bachelor of Science from Information Technology
Kiersten (Ki) Hamilton