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Malik Aquart

Summary

Highly motivated and detail-oriented professional with a strong passion for cyber security and IT. Eager to leverage technical skills, industry certifications, and hands-on experience to contribute to the security and technological goals of a dynamic organization.

  • Clearance Level: US Citizen, Willing To Obtain
  • DoD IAT Level: CompTIA Security+ 601

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

IT Support Specialist

ELM Home & Building Solutions
02.2024 - Current
  • Facilitated seamless technical support across diverse hardware, software, and networking environments for Englert, Inc & LeafGuard Holdings.
  • Utilized Fresh Service for efficient ticket management, resolving intricate hardware, software, and network issues promptly.
  • Employed Maas360 for comprehensive mobile device management, ensuring swift resolution of technical challenges.
  • Implemented Sophos to safeguard IT systems and data integrity, bolstering cybersecurity measures.
  • Deployed Microsoft Intune to optimize mobile device management, enhancing issue resolution efficiency.
  • Oversaw asset distribution to over 50 sites, including Mac products, laptops, computers, and peripherals, utilizing imaging and remote management.
  • Provided swift technical support through various channels including ticketing system, phone, email, and face-to-face interactions.
  • Managed end-to-end user onboarding and offboarding processes, including account setup and decommissioning.
  • Conducted extensive end-user training sessions covering a wide array of hardware and software applications.
  • Orchestrated installation, configuration, and maintenance of diverse devices and software for optimal performance.
  • Generated comprehensive documentation to support knowledge management and operational efficiency.
  • Coordinated procurement, maintenance, and upgrades with vendors to ensure seamless system integration and reliability.


Information Systems Technician

Riverside Regional Medical Center
01.2023 - Current
  • Provided comprehensive support and training to healthcare staff on various information systems, including EMR/EHR software, enhancing overall efficiency and user competency.
  • Performed routine maintenance and troubleshooting on hospital information systems, ensuring high availability and minimal disruption to clinical operations.
  • Led software and hardware upgrades across hospital information systems, ensuring compatibility and seamless integration with existing infrastructure.
  • Managed and resolved IT support tickets within agreed service levels, ensuring high user satisfaction and minimal disruption to hospital operations.
  • Managed user accounts, including setup, password resets, and access rights, in adherence to hospital IT policies and security standards.

Support Specialist (Tier II)

Norfolk State University
11.2018 - 01.2023
  • Provided remote support to faculty and students, ensuring continuous access to IT resources, especially during remote learning phases.
  • Utilized Jamf MDM to streamline the distribution of Apple devices and applications for a university-wide iPad deployment project, ensuring efficient provisioning and ongoing management.
  • Coordinated system upgrades and performed routine maintenance to ensure the smooth operation of university IT systems.
  • Conducted training sessions for university staff and students on IT best practices, cybersecurity awareness, and the use of various software tools.
  • Managed the IT help desk operations, including ticketing system administration, issue tracking, and response coordination.
  • Maintained detailed documentation of IT support activities and generated reports for IT management review.

Security Engineer Intern

MITRE
05.2022 - 08.2022
  • Gained hands-on experience with advanced security software tools for network monitoring, intrusion detection, and vulnerability assessment.
  • Actively contributed to cybersecurity projects at MITRE, focusing on threat analysis, system vulnerabilities, and security solutions development.
  • Worked collaboratively with the cybersecurity team to develop and test new security protocols, ensuring robust defense mechanisms against cyber threats.
  • Prepared detailed technical documentation and user guides for newly implemented security systems and protocols.
  • Gained familiarity with various cybersecurity compliance standards and regulations relevant to MITRE's operations.

Computer Programming Intern

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, LLNL
03.2021 - 08.2021
  • Engaged in regular knowledge sharing sessions with peers, contributing to the team's overall skill enhancement in new programming languages and tools.
  • Contributed to the development and optimization of software applications in a high-performance computing environment, ensuring efficiency and reliability in data processing and analysis tasks.
  • Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team of scientists and engineers on cutting-edge research projects, providing innovative programming solutions to complex scientific problems.
  • Consistently adhered to best coding practices and documentation standards, improving code readability and maintainability.
  • Actively participated in debugging and maintaining existing codebases, enhancing system performance and reliability.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

Norfolk State University
Norfolk, VA

High School Diploma -

Lake Braddock Secondary
Burke, VA

Skills

  • Technical Support : Skilled in providing end-user support and problem resolution for hardware, software, and networking issues
  • Hardware and Software Installation : Experienced in installing, configuring, and updating computer hardware and software
  • Ticketing System Proficiency : Experienced in using ticketing systems for tracking, prioritizing, and resolving IT support requests efficiently
  • PowerShell Scripting : Proficient in using PowerShell for automation of administrative tasks, scripting, and system management
  • Active Directory Management : Skilled in managing user accounts, permissions, and groups in Active Directory, ensuring secure and organized access control
  • Service Desk Operations : Skilled in managing service desk operations through ticketing systems, ensuring timely and effective user support
  • Compliance and Operational Security : Familiarity with legal and regulatory issues related to IT security, ensuring compliance with industry standards
  • Security Technologies and Tools : Proficient in using various security technologies and tools for monitoring, detection, and defense against cyber threats
  • Identity and Access Management (IAM) : Skilled in managing identity and access controls, including implementing strong authentication and authorization practices
  • Collaboration and Communication : Effective in collaborating with team members and communicating with users
  • Microsoft Office Suite Proficiency : Highly proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook for creating documents, data analysis, presentations
  • Windows 10 Expertise : Adeptly handle the installation, configuration, and troubleshooting of Windows 10 operating systems, ensuring optimal performance, resource utilization, and data security through effective user account management and compliance adherence Proficiently employ Windows 10 command-line tools for advanced administrative tasks and stay abreast of the latest updates and security patches to safeguard system stability and protection
  • Mac OS X : Diagnose and resolve hardware, software, and networking issues with Macintosh systems for peak performance as well as provide end-user support and training on Mac OS X features and functionality Familiar with Mac OS X command-line utilities and troubleshooting tools
  • Mobile Device iOS and Management : Effectively manage and troubleshoot iOS devices, configure MDM policies, deploy and manage apps, provide comprehensive support, and stay updated on the latest iOS updates and security patches
  • EHR/EMR Management : Experienced in Electronic Health Records (EHR) and Electronic Medical Records (EMR) management through Epic systems

Epic Systems Corporation: EpicCare

Key Features: Comprehensive patient records, integrated workflows, decision support tools, and interoperability

Athenahealth: AthenaClinicals

Key Features: Cloud-based EMR, medical billing, practice management, and patient engagement tools

  • Epic Systems Proficiency : Experienced in working with Epic IT systems, known for their extensive use in healthcare for managing patient records, scheduling, and clinical systems
  • Audiovisual Systems Integration: Proficient in designing, implementing, and troubleshooting audiovisual systems to enhance communication and collaboration within organizations
  • Video Conferencing Solutions: Extensive experience in configuring and managing video conferencing platforms, ensuring seamless virtual communication for remote teams and clients

Timeline

IT Support Specialist

ELM Home & Building Solutions
02.2024 - Current

Information Systems Technician

Riverside Regional Medical Center
01.2023 - Current

Security Engineer Intern

MITRE
05.2022 - 08.2022

Computer Programming Intern

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, LLNL
03.2021 - 08.2021

Support Specialist (Tier II)

Norfolk State University
11.2018 - 01.2023

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

Norfolk State University

High School Diploma -

Lake Braddock Secondary
Malik Aquart