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Shakira Bingham

New Orleans,La

Summary

Detail-oriented Analyst with over 3 years of experience in software testing, quality assurance, and business analysis. Certified Scrum Master with a track record of ensuring the delivery of high-quality software solutions. Proficient in developing test cases, identifying and resolving bugs, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Committed to continuous improvement and providing innovative solutions to meet client needs. Demonstrates strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and clear communication. Capable of managing time and tasks independently and adapting to changing environments.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Business Analyst

DXC Technology Company
03.2022 - Current
  • Led business analysis initiatives and collaborated with stakeholders to gather requirements, create test policies, and analyze data for insurance policies worth over $1 trillion, preventing costly policy errors.
  • Developed over 2,000 test cases for Brighthouse Financial, resulting in error-free contracts and preventing numerous bugs from entering production.
  • Collaborated with developers to develop test policies for annuity and life insurance contracts, ensuring bug-free implementation of the Wealth Management Accelerator (wmA) tool.
  • Analyzed quantitative data on the wmA tool, detecting and resolving over 500 bugs and inconsistencies before production, ensuring high-quality deliverables.
  • Utilized Jira to write and manage tickets for identified bugs, achieving a 100% resolution rate and preventing errors from reaching production.
  • Designed and developed business specifications, serving as the primary point of contact for clients and programmers, ensuring successful implementation of proposed solutions.
  • Led testing of over 500 Jira Software tickets, reducing production bugs by 50%.
  • Demonstrated strong attention to detail, ensuring thorough and accurate testing processes.
  • Showcased problem-solving skills by addressing and resolving complex issues efficiently.

Help Desk Specialist I

Republic Finance
10.2021 - 03.2022
  • Achieved a 72-hour turnaround for patching and installation of iOS and Microsoft OS images, ensuring optimal system performance
  • Spearheaded Layer 1 to 3 troubleshooting, enhancing team efficiency by 30% in resolving operational issues promptly
  • Configured and maintained over 50 printers, digital sender devices, and network setups
  • Demonstrated proficiency in Active Directory management by efficiently manipulating, adding, and deleting objects, improving system reliability
  • Consistently met ticket completion deadlines with a 95% on-time rate using the Remedy ticketing system
  • Demonstrated clear and concise communication skills, both written and verbal, in resolving user issues
  • Proven solid collaboration skills by working effectively with team members and stakeholders.

IT Intern

Southern University and A&M College
07.2021 - 10.2021
  • Assisted in managing hardware and software issues for over 200 students, improving ticket resolution time by 20%
  • Supported deployment of new applications and systems, ensuring smooth transitions with minimal user disruption
  • Documented troubleshooting processes and solutions in the internal knowledge base, enhancing team efficiency by 15%
  • Managed time and tasks independently, ensuring timely resolution of technical issues
  • Demonstrated adaptability by effectively handling various IT support tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Education

B.S. Computer Science - Computer Science

Southern University and A&M College

Skills

  • Jenkins
  • Product Wizard
  • JIRA
  • Confluence
  • SharePoint
  • MySQL
  • PowerBI
  • Remedy Ticketing System
  • System Integration
  • Issue Resolution
  • Technical Documentation
  • Automation & Deployment
  • Cloud Infrastructure
  • Project Management
  • Technical Troubleshooting
  • Attention to Detail

Certification

  • CompTIA Security+, 2021
  • Scrum Master (International Scrum Institute), 2024

Timeline

Business Analyst

DXC Technology Company
03.2022 - Current

Help Desk Specialist I

Republic Finance
10.2021 - 03.2022

IT Intern

Southern University and A&M College
07.2021 - 10.2021

B.S. Computer Science - Computer Science

Southern University and A&M College
Shakira Bingham