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Robbie Thomas

Summary

Customer-focused IT support professional with hands-on experience troubleshooting hardware, software, and network issues in fast-paced environments. Skilled in diagnosing technical problems, repairing computers and mobile devices, and delivering clear, friendly support to customers of all experience levels. Proven ability to manage multiple service requests while maintaining high customer satisfaction.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

IT Infrastructure Specialist

First Secure Bank Group
Plainfield, Illinois
10.2025 - Current
  • Configured and maintained network devices, ensuring optimal connectivity for all users.
  • Collaborated with teams to implement security protocols and safeguard sensitive data.
  • Coordinated with vendors for procurement and installation of IT equipment and tools.
  • Troubleshoot and repair hardware malfunctions to minimize downtime
  • Provided technical support for hardware and software issues across departments.
  • Developed documentation for system processes and user guidelines for staff training.
  • Conducted regular audits of IT systems to identify vulnerabilities and improvements.
  • Addressed emergent issues and technical problems by assisting project planning staff with developing action plans and appropriate solutions.

System Administrator

Pace Analytical
Peoria, IL
12.2022 - 10.2025
  • Configured and maintained system hardware, software and network components.
  • Installed, tested and evaluated new systems, applications and patches.
  • Created user accounts and managed access rights for users.
  • Troubleshot application errors and provided technical support to end-users.
  • Performed regular backups of critical data and documents.
  • Implemented security measures such as firewalls, antivirus programs.
  • Provided guidance on best practices related to system administration procedures.
  • Maintained inventory of hardware assets including servers, laptops, desktops.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable laws and regulations regarding information security standards.
  • Evaluated vendors' products against industry standards to make purchasing decisions.
  • Coordinated with third-party vendors for resolution of incidents or provisioning services.
  • Set up, optimized and managed network equipment.
  • Deployed operating systems upgrades and security patching in accordance with IT policies.
  • Oversaw storage management, data migration, backups and drive replacements.

IT Support Analyst II

Caterpillar
Mossville, Illinois
01.2022 - 12.2022
  • Documented user information, issue details and solutions on service tickets and closed tickets upon resolution.
  • Resolved technical issues identifying solutions and providing technical support by phone, email and desktop sharing.
  • Assessed end-user needs to implement new or modify existing software and systems to achieve IT objectives.
  • Compiled technical specifications and software design information for technical documentation.
  • Recommended security solutions to prevent cyber threats like malware, phishing and ransomware attacks.
  • Monitored system upgrades, patches, service packs, hot fixes and new configurations.
  • Managed employee access, security roles and permissions.
  • Determined and alleviated hardware, software and network issues.

IT Systems Engineer

Integris IT
Austin, Texas
06.2020 - 12.2021
  • Performed troubleshooting duties and provided server management expertise via remote and in-person interactions.
  • Handled troubleshooting tasks for Local Area Networks, Wide Area Networks and voice systems to reduce network connectivity problems.
  • Studied network security logs to identify and eliminate outside and internal threats.
  • Managed Azure, AD, Office 365 for employee management
  • Assist with Network configurations incorporating hardware from multiple providers, harmonizing and securing multi-vendor frameworks during installation and beyond.

Tier 2 IT Support Specialist

ITEGRIA LLC
Houston, TX
05/ - 06.2020

Handle employee management in Azure, AD, Office 365.

Management and configuration in Azure and AWS(VDI)

  • Conferred with vendors to obtain replacement hardware or software, and escalate more complex concerns.
  • Documented repair processes and help streamline procedures for future technical support actions.
  • Travel on-site for new cloud clients Go-LiveVDI(AWS)
  • Drafted technical documents, including whitepapers, user manuals, implementation documentation, and support base entries.
  • Installed software updates and vulnerability patches on Labtech
  • Responded to individual tickets daily to provide end-user support on ConnectWise.
  • Handle escalations from Tier 1 Technicians for Business Critical and various issues.
  • Ability to multitask in a fast-pace MSP.

Intel Sales Rep

ActionLink
Richmond, Texas
07.2019 - 12.2019
  • Engaged customers to identify needs and recommend suitable products.
  • Demonstrated product features and benefits to enhance customer understanding.
  • Collaborated with team members to improve sales strategies and customer outreach.
  • Provided feedback to management about customer preferences and potential improvements.
  • Developed key customer relationships to increase sales.
  • Analyzed customer feedback to improve products and services.

Apple Production Technician

CSAT Solutions
Houston, TX
02.2017 - 05.2017
  • Reviews customer's complaint to determine details of equipment problems.
  • Conducts diagnosis of problems according to customer complaint Advises customer call center concerning equipment operation
  • Repairs laptop and desktop units according to requirements, analyzes equipment performance assess equipment functioning.
  • Adjusts mechanical parts to maintain machines' operating efficiency and to prevent breakdowns or repeat return for repair Completes repair ticket (traveler)
  • Reads and researches specifications, such as blueprints, charts, or schematics, to determine machine settings or adjustments

Technology Sales Associate

Sams Club
Richmond, TX
10.2014 - 05.2017
  • Engaged customers to identify technology needs and recommend suitable products.
  • Demonstrated product features and benefits to enhance customer understanding.
  • Processed sales transactions efficiently using point-of-sale system.
  • Trained new associates on product knowledge and sales techniques effectively.
  • Resolved customer inquiries and issues promptly to ensure satisfaction.
  • Built strong, professional relationships through identification of client needs, which increased overall sales and opportunities.

Education

A+ certification of completion - Information Systems

Houston Community College
Houston, TX
2016

High School Diploma -

Stephen F Austin High School
Sugar Land, TX
06-2009

Skills

  • Windows XP,7, 10,11
  • Office 365, Active Directory, GPO
  • M365- Scan to Email for copiers setup
  • Coordinate with 3rd vendors( google, Microsoft, DUO for Security authentication
  • Monitor and deploy Security tools (AV) to all assets to prevent Vulnerabilities
  • Deploy patches to prevent assets with Vulnerabilities
  • Azure AD and Intune provisioning experience
  • SolarWinds SpamFilter, Webroot Security, DUO, Sophos, Forticlient,Cisco, and TailscaleVPN management and deployment
  • Financial software CRM troubleshooting, Quickbooks, Bloomberg, Salesforce,Dynamics 365, and Junxure
  • Cloud Virtualization (Amazon workspaces) troubleshooting
  • Software upgrades
  • Debugging
  • Asset summary and Remediation for Patch and 3rd party application patching
  • Call center experience
  • LAN/WAN, TCP/IP, and IP configuration of system ports
  • Configure Digiport Servers
  • Technical Troubleshooting
  • New program installations
  • Performance Testing
  • Configuration Management
  • System monitoring
  • Vendor coordination
  • Active Directory
  • Project Coordination
  • Incident Management
  • Hardware troubleshooting
  • Windows 95/98/2000/XP/XP Pro/NT
  • Server improvements
  • System Upgrades
  • Storage Management
  • Technical Support
  • Software Installation
  • Server management
  • Technical solution development
  • Remote Access
  • Offboarding and onboarding
  • Virtualization technologies
  • Mobile device management
  • Email administration
  • File system administration
  • Virtualization
  • Active directory
  • Device configuration
  • User management

References

Kyle Knudson

Job Title: Desktop Support Analyst I

Company: Dyopath

Contact: 847-770-1818

Relation: Former Co-worker for with Caterpillar

Felipe Granados

Job Title: IT Team Lead/Supervisor

Company: Stewart Title

Contact: 281-989-2159

Relation: Co-worker and former IT team Lead/Supervisor from Itegria, LLC

Steven Nguyen

Job Title: IT Field Technican

Company: Stewart Title

Contact: 713-363-0714

Relation: Former Co-worker from Itegria, LLC

Dalton Schwartzkopf

Job Title: Product Engineer

Contact:

Relation: Former Co-worker and Senior System Administrator from Itegria, LLC

Timeline

IT Infrastructure Specialist

First Secure Bank Group
10.2025 - Current

System Administrator

Pace Analytical
12.2022 - 10.2025

IT Support Analyst II

Caterpillar
01.2022 - 12.2022

IT Systems Engineer

Integris IT
06.2020 - 12.2021

Intel Sales Rep

ActionLink
07.2019 - 12.2019

Tier 2 IT Support Specialist

ITEGRIA LLC
05/ - 06.2020

Apple Production Technician

CSAT Solutions
02.2017 - 05.2017

Technology Sales Associate

Sams Club
10.2014 - 05.2017

High School Diploma -

Stephen F Austin High School

A+ certification of completion - Information Systems

Houston Community College
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