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Sydney  James

Sydney James

IT Specialist
Washington,DC

Summary

IT Specialist with experience in federal and private-sector tech support, specializing in account management, software updates, and system troubleshooting. Familiar with SCCM, AD, and remote tools. Always open to learning new technologies and improving user experience.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

IT Specialist

Department of Transportation
06.2024 - Current
  • Deliver Tier 1–2 help desk support for federal employees, ensuring timely resolution of hardware, software, and network-related issues.
  • Image, configure, and deploy systems; coordinate with Infrastructure for SCCM patch rollouts and system updates.
  • Manage Active Directory user accounts, including SAM account updates and role assignments.
  • Provide secure access support by issuing temporary credentials during PIV lockouts and coordinating with Security for resolution.
  • Conduct software and system troubleshooting using remote tools including RDP and Dameware.
  • Maintain high standards of service delivery while supporting compliance with federal IT policies and procedures.

Technical Operations Specialist

Oracle
02.2022 - 06.2024
  • Provide on-site technical support for end-user hardware, networking, and software requirements.
  • Perform troubleshooting and maintenance for various devices, including desktops, thin clients, laptops, and network systems, while also managing application software.
  • Utilize knowledge-based resources to diagnose and resolve issues across all stages of desktop and telecom support, including installation, upgrades, and software management.
  • Manage user accounts and resolve issues within Microsoft 365 applications, including Teams, as well as address Active Directory user account concerns.

Honors Intern

Federal Bureau of Investigation, FBI
06.2019 - 01.2022
  • Monitored and Maintained operating system updates to machines.
  • Redesigned SharePoint master page and other page layouts.
  • Assisted the IT administrators in configuring devices and set up workstations for employees.
  • Assisted agents and operating support technicians in case documents, and subpoenas

Education

Master of Science - Digital Forensic

Champlain College
Vermont
12.2025

Dual Degree: B.S. IT & B.A. International Studies -

University of South Alabama
Mobile, AL
12-2021

Skills

    Systems & Tools: Active Directory, Microsoft 365, SCCM, RDP, Dameware, SharePoint, Windows OS, Thin Clients

    Communication & Management: Customer Service, Team Collaboration, Interpersonal Skills, Project Support

    Security & Compliance: PIV Credential Management, SAM Account Management, Temporary Credential Issuance

    Support Services: Help Desk Operations, Hardware/Software Troubleshooting, Imaging & Deployment, Remote Support, User Onboarding

Interests

Robotics

API Language Models

Languages

Reading

Languages

Korean
Elementary

Certification

Sec+

Timeline

IT Specialist

Department of Transportation
06.2024 - Current

Technical Operations Specialist

Oracle
02.2022 - 06.2024

Honors Intern

Federal Bureau of Investigation, FBI
06.2019 - 01.2022

Master of Science - Digital Forensic

Champlain College

Dual Degree: B.S. IT & B.A. International Studies -

University of South Alabama