Nishane Paranawitane
Haslet
Summary
Dedicated cybersecurity student with practical experience in troubleshooting and resolving IT issues to enhance system security.
Oversaw development and security of a personal website. Managed operations of a virtualized home lab environment to enhance technical skills.
Applied strong background in diagnosing and resolving systems configuration issues to enhance network performance.
Oversaw documentation control initiatives and facilitated end-user support operations. Led efforts to maintain compliance standards in dynamic settings. Championed user engagement through effective problem-solving and resource allocation.
Facilitated technical problem resolution while maintaining precision accountability in demanding settings.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Turn Technician
Opifex
2025.09 - Current
- Operated construction equipment to assist in project completion. Maintained cleanliness of equipment to ensure optimal performance. Conducted repairs and functional tests to support operational efficiency.
- Logged equipment into database to maintain accurate inventory records. Assisted in managing software for equipment rental availability and tracking returns.
Sales Representative
Legacy Roofing
2025.04 - 2025.08
- Managing client relationships, estimating projects, and coordinating with field teams to ensure successful project delivery.
- Adept at translating customer needs into actionable scopes of work, aligning sales goals with project timelines, and facilitating communication between clients, crews, and management.
- Experienced in handling contracts, site assessments, and post-sale project oversight.
- Managed full project lifecycle from initial lead to job completion, acting as a liaison between clients, crews, and suppliers to ensure timely and quality execution.
- Conducted thorough site inspections to assess damage, determine scope of work, and create accurate job estimates and proposals.
- Negotiated contracts and coordinated insurance claim processes with adjustors and homeowners, streamlining claims approval and project funding.
- Oversaw material ordering, job costing, and project timelines to ensure efficiency and profitability.
Loan Advisor
Bridgecrest
2024.03 - 2025.04
- Managing complex, multi-step loan processes and coordinating cross-functional teams to deliver results on time and within compliance standards.
- Ensuring to maintain accuracy and meet deadlines to help clients avoid their cars being repossessed.
- Assessed client needs, gathered and verified critical documents, and ensured compliance with regulatory and institutional requirements—mirroring structured project scoping and risk assessment.
- Identified and resolved delays or compliance issues early, using proactive communication and cross-functional coordination to keep files on track.
- Contributed to team goals by balancing individual performance targets with collaborative support and knowledge-sharing.
- Managed multiple loan 'projects' concurrently, prioritizing workload, meeting deadlines, and maintaining accuracy in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
Property Field Adjuster
Patriot Claims
2023.07 - 2023.11
- Managing on-site property inspections, assessing structural damage, and coordinating claim resolutions across multiple stakeholders.
- Organizing field operations, documenting detailed reports, and adhering to strict regulatory and policy guidelines.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously, communicate effectively with clients and contractors, and ensure timely claim closure.
- Conducted thorough investigations of property claims to assess coverage eligibility and determine liability in accordance with policy terms and conditions.
- Evaluated structural and personal property damage through detailed on-site inspections, ensuring accurate documentation and analysis for claim resolution.
- Facilitated negotiation and resolution of claim disputes by aligning repair expectations between contractors and clients, ensuring mutually agreeable outcomes.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Cybersecurity
Tarrant County College District
12.2026
Skills
- Coordinated project management activities, facilitating communication and collaboration among cross-functional teams
- Oversaw team dynamics and performance, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement
- Achieved timely resolution of claims through effective risk management practices Improved risk assessment processes, resulting in enhanced decision-making Drove initiatives that strengthened compliance and reduced potential liabilities
- Achieved timely project completion through effective data analysis and team collaboration Enhanced operational efficiency by implementing streamlined processes Improved project documentation practices, resulting in better tracking and reporting
- Coordinated regular updates and feedback sessions with clients to address needs and expectations
- Achieved seamless operating system installations and configurations for Windows 10/11 and Linux, enhancing user accessibility through command line interface support Resolved IT support challenges by troubleshooting hardware and software issues, managing accounts, and executing password resets Enhanced user satisfaction through effective remote assistance Improved networking reliability by addressing TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and router and firewall issues Streamlined virtualization processes with VirtualBox and VMware, ensuring efficient virtual machine deployment and management Strengthened security posture through diligent system hardening, patch management, and access control practices Maximized productivity by utilizing Microsoft 365, Microsoft Office Suite, and CRM platforms for case management
- Achieved timely and accurate project estimates through proficient use of Xactimate Enhanced team efficiency by providing clear damage assessments Improved project documentation quality, leading to better stakeholder communication
Technical Projects
• Personal Website Deployment: Designed, built, and deployed a functional website. Configured
hosting environment, domain settings, and implemented HTTPS security controls.
• Enterprise-Style Home Lab: Built a virtual lab simulating corporate environments. Deployed
Windows and Linux VMs, configured user accounts, practiced troubleshooting scenarios,
performed update management and applied baseline security configurations.
Timeline
Turn Technician
Opifex
2025.09 - Current
Sales Representative
Legacy Roofing
2025.04 - 2025.08
Loan Advisor
Bridgecrest
2024.03 - 2025.04
Property Field Adjuster
Patriot Claims
2023.07 - 2023.11
Associate of Applied Science - Cybersecurity
Tarrant County College District