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Nikita Gorbunov

Tallahassee,FL

Summary

Energetic Information Technology Specialist ready to undertake challenging technical support triage duties in demanding environments. Cognizant of when to go hands-on with issues and when to delegate support calls to appropriate personnel. Eager to apply personal technological expertise to support tasks and keen technical judgment to fast-paced personnel delegation.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Operations Review Specialist

State of Florida Department of Financial Services
06.2024 - Current
  • Developed training materials for staff on updated procedures and best practices in financial operations.
  • Reduced errors by implementing standardized procedures and training staff on best practices.
  • Implemented new technologies to optimize processes and improve overall performance.
  • Facilitated knowledge sharing among team members through regular meetings focused on updates about ongoing projects.
  • Coached team members on operational best practices, enhancing their skills and improving overall performance levels within the department.
  • Manage multiple projects concurrently, ensuring deadlines were met without compromising quality.
  • Enhance customer satisfaction levels through timely resolution of issues and proactive communication.
  • Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
  • Export and import highly sensitive files from third party vendors using encrypted channels
  • Utilize SQL and FileZilla to retrieve sensitive files and make them accessible for adjusters
  • Implemented SnagIT and Bitwarden in order to improve current work flow within the organization
  • Cleared, organized, and standardized old as well as new inventory which included laptops, monitors, cables, tools, printers and several other peripherals
  • Spearheaded the removal and upgrade of expiring Adobe license for 15 users

Information Technology Specialist

United States Army National Guard
02.2015 - Current

Sergeant - Team Leader

  • Maintain security and functionality of computers, switches, and routers for brigade level personnel
  • Provide communication abilities for company and brigade level personnel
  • Responsible for establishing and troubleshooting connections via VSAT
  • Installed, maintained and diagnosed WAN/WLAN networks
  • Set up multi-spectrum targeting system (MTS)
  • Monitor integrity of computer network and address potential threats
  • Thorough knowledge of Cisco network components, including routers and switches
  • Responsible for installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting peripheral devices, such as printers (Brother, HP, Epson, Canon, Bizhub, colored, black and white) scanners (Brother, Epson, Bizhub, Fujitsu).
  • Designing, deploying, and maintaining LANs in austere locations
  • Manage both classified and unclassified data as well as systems in military and government environments, to include network separation and encryption devices
  • Installed, maintained and troubleshot Cisco 2960 and 3400 series switches which included base setup such as password encryption, naming, and port assignments.
  • Configured the Cisco switches to seamlessly mesh in LAN and WAN configurations

Support Desk Technician

Inspired Technology
02.2023 - 07.2024
  • Analyzed issues to identify troubleshooting methods needed for quick remediation.
  • Responded to support requests from end-users and patiently walked individuals through basic troubleshooting tasks.
  • Provided Tier 1 support to non-technical internal and external users through desk side support services.
  • Installed, modified, and repaired software and hardware to resolve technical issues.
  • Assisted with updating technical support best practices for use by team through Sharepoint
  • Researched product and issue resolution tactics to address customer concerns.
  • Escalated issues to Tier 2, Tier 3, and Network Engineers techs using the chain of Escalation
  • Dispatched to customer premises to troubleshoot issues or assist in deploying hardware and software
  • Managed high-volume support tickets using ConnectWise, effectively prioritizing tasks to maximize productivity and customer satisfaction.
  • Provided remote assistance for customers using N-Able, enabling timely resolutions to complex technical problems.
  • Developed strong relationships with customers, fostering trust and loyalty through consistent high-quality service delivery.
  • Enhanced team collaboration by sharing knowledge and expertise on various technical issues either by updating manuals in Sharepoint or by assisting the team directly.
  • Managed high levels of call flow using Nextiva and responded to technical support needs.
  • Used PowerShell scripting knowledge for administrative services such as sharing or creating permissions for profiles or calendars
  • Managed and maintained active directory services such as creating and deleting profiles, matching or assigning permissions, changing passwords, and creating or editing groups
  • Setup network profiles, security permissions and file sharing systems using Active Directory or Microsoft Admin Center

Helpdesk Technician

Santa Rosa County Sheriffs Office
08.2020 - 02.2023
  • Assisted deputies, civilian workers, and contractors in resolving various issues from changing passwords to swapping out hardware
  • Maintain accurate inventory of each department as well as new equipment coming in through Excel
  • Escort various contractors around county jail facilities to perform their specific duties
  • Image computers and laptops for incoming personnel as well as to replace damaged hardware using onsite imaging server
  • Responsible for assisting deputies and civilians with checking in and checking out equipment such as cellphones, computers, and printers
  • Send in equipment to vendors for repair or fix equipment on site
  • Responsible for installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting peripheral devices, such as printers (Brother, HP, Epson, Canon, Bizhub, colored, black and white) scanners (Brother, Epson, Bizhub, Fujitsu).

Network Operation Center Technician

Uniti Fiber Mobile
04.2018 - 12.2019
  • Monitor Ethernet fiber that span from New York to Texas and also ethernet fiber that span from Pennsylvania to Illinois using SNMPc
  • Monitor core devices and cell sites that are attached to the fiber as well as any devices sharing connectivity with the core devices using SNMPc, and Solarwinds
  • Assist customers and carriers in troubleshooting and working together to find the solution using basic troubleshooting methods
  • Dispatch technicians to resolve small issues or outages on customer and carriers premises
  • Troubleshot hardware and software to determine and rectify network problems using SNMPc.
  • Facilitated knowledge transfer among teammates via regular presentations on best practices and lessons learned from significant incidents or projects completed successfully within the NOC.
  • Minimized downtime through rapid diagnosis and repair of hardware and software failures.
  • Maximized network stability by performing routine maintenance tasks such as patching, updates, and backups according to established schedules with other team members.
  • Collaborated with engineering teams to troubleshoot complex issues, often leading to long-term solutions that benefited the entire organization.
  • Played a crucial role in disaster recovery efforts, ensuring minimal disruption to critical business functions during unexpected events such as power outages or natural disasters such as hurricanes.
  • Increased uptime and reliability by proactively monitoring network systems and devices using SNMPc and Solarwinds
  • Installed, maintained and troubleshot Cisco 3400 switches and Cienas 3930 switches which included assisting network engineers in configuring these devices

Education

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Tallahassee Community College
Tallahassee, FL
01-2026

Skills

  • Support Ticket System Management
  • VPN Configurations
  • Computer Hardware Knowledge
  • Collaborative Team Player
  • Troubleshooting Network Issues
  • Microsoft Active Directory
  • Help Desk Support
  • Technical Support Triage
  • Hardware and Software Repair
  • Tracking and Documentation
  • User Support and Troubleshooting
  • Hardware Components
  • End user support
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Information security

Certification

Google Cybersecurity Certificate

Timeline

Operations Review Specialist

State of Florida Department of Financial Services
06.2024 - Current

Support Desk Technician

Inspired Technology
02.2023 - 07.2024

Helpdesk Technician

Santa Rosa County Sheriffs Office
08.2020 - 02.2023

Network Operation Center Technician

Uniti Fiber Mobile
04.2018 - 12.2019

Information Technology Specialist

United States Army National Guard
02.2015 - Current

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Tallahassee Community College