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Ross Barrington

San Antonio,TX

Summary

Objective: IT Specialist – Digital Forensic Specialist, GS-09

Detail-oriented IT Specialist with strong experience in enterprise technical support, digital threat documentation, and identity access management. Skilled in resolving malware incidents, managing Active Directory and MFA tools, and supporting virtual desktop infrastructure in high-security environments. Committed to cybersecurity best practices and delivering mission-critical IT support within regulated industries.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Technical Helpdesk Specialist

Randstad Digital
Remote: Based Out Of San Antonio, TX
03.2024 - Current

Full-Time, 40 hrs/week

Supervisor: Amanda Walker | Contact: (804) 296-8572

- Troubleshoot technical issues involving Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint, Cisco AnyConnect, Citrix VDI, and Azure Virtual Machines (VMs).

- Provide support for Mac and Apple devices, including setup, software installation, and user training.

- Administer multi-factor authentication tools such as OKTA Verify and RSA Tokens; perform Active Directory user and group management using Adaxes.

- Guide users in cybersecurity best practices and identity verification protocols to prevent unauthorized access.

- Document all service requests and resolutions in ServiceNow; support VoIP systems and diagnose network connectivity issues.

- Identify and document malware and phishing attempts; walk users through response procedures and escalate incidents to the Security Operations Team.

- Deliver support to financial industry clients while maintaining strict adherence to data privacy and regulatory compliance standards.

Freelance Videographer & AV Tech (1099 and W2)

Self-employeed (Various Clients)
Various Locations , CA, TX, WI
01.2018 - Current

Hours Vary (Approx. 20–60 hrs/week)

Supervisor: N/A (Self-employed) | Contact: N/A

(Clients Available on Request)

- Filmed live events, conferences, and performances using professional-grade camera equipment.

- Handled complete AV setup and breakdown: sound, projection, lighting, and camera systems.

- Edited raw footage into final deliverables using Adobe Premiere Pro and Final Cut Pro.

- Managed logistics and client expectations for both short and long-term projects.

- Adapted quickly to different site conditions and client needs for AV reliability and quality.

Customer Engagement Specialist

Dano’s Septic
Remote: Based Out Of Bremerton, WA
08.2022 - 07.2023

Full-Time, 40 hrs/week

Supervisor: Thomas Strain | Contact: (608) 910-0319

- Managed local outreach campaigns using customer databases and geographic data.

- Drafted and deployed postcard marketing materials to prospective clients.

- Monitored customer interest and updated internal systems with lead generation outcomes.

- Aligned messaging and timing of campaigns with operations and seasonal trends.

Education

Computer User Support Specialist (CUSS) Program - Information Technology

ACI Learning
San Antonio, TX
09-2023

Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Science in Multimedia Journalism

Abilene Christian University
Abilene, TX
12-2018

Skills

- Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)

- Active Directory (Adaxes)

- ServiceNow Ticketing

- VPNs, VLANs, TCP/IP, LAN/WAN

- Virtual Machine Management (Citrix, Azure)

- Operating Systems (Windows, MacOS)

- Microsoft Office 365 / SharePoint

- Remote Desktop Utilities

- VoIP (Avaya, AWS Connect)

- Hardware Maintenance & Setup

- Customer Service & Troubleshooting

- Network Configuration & Modems/Routers

- Conflict Management

- ITIL Process Understanding

Certification

- PeopleCert ITIL 4 Foundation Certification – August 2023

- CompTIA Security+ (In Progress – Expected March 2025)

- CompTIA Network+ (In Progress – Expected April 2025)

- CompTIA A+ (In Progress – Expected April 2025)

- TryHackMe SOC Analyst Level 1 (In Progress – Expected March 2025)

Timeline

Technical Helpdesk Specialist

Randstad Digital
03.2024 - Current

Customer Engagement Specialist

Dano’s Septic
08.2022 - 07.2023

Freelance Videographer & AV Tech (1099 and W2)

Self-employeed (Various Clients)
01.2018 - Current

Computer User Support Specialist (CUSS) Program - Information Technology

ACI Learning

Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Science in Multimedia Journalism

Abilene Christian University
Ross Barrington