ZAKERY SILKWORTH
Milwaukee,WI
Summary
IT Network Specialist student with hands-on experience in networking, cloud administration, Linux, virtualization, and security. Experienced working independently on project-based assignments and following detailed requirements and quality standards. Builds and maintains a personal network and virtualization lab and has a strong interest in artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and emerging technologies. Seeking remote AI evaluation, data annotation, AI training, or technical project opportunities.
Overview
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Independent Seller
eBay
01.2023 - Current
- Independently manage an online resale business from product research and listing creation through inventory management, customer communication, fulfillment, and transaction resolution.
- Research products and make decisions using available information while maintaining accurate listings and order details.
- Troubleshoot customer and transaction issues and adapt to changing situations independently.
Project Contributor
Appen
01.2023
- Completed remote, project-based assignments while working independently and following project-specific instructions and requirements.
- Adapted to different projects, guidelines, workflows, and quality expectations.
- Reviewed information carefully and completed assigned work according to project standards.
Custodian
School District
01.2022
- Maintained school facilities while independently completing assigned responsibilities and following safety and operational procedures.
- Demonstrated reliability, organization, and attention to detail.
Education
IT - Network Specialist - AI, Cloud & Virtualization AAS
Milwaukee Area Technical College
Milwaukee, WI01-2027
Skills
- AI & Data: AI assessment, Data Review, Research, Written Feedback, Detailed guidelines, Quality assurance, Detail-oriented
- Networking: TCP/IP, IP Addressing, VLANs, OSPF, DNS, DHCP, Cisco Switching
- Systems: Linux, Windows, Systems Administration, Proxmox VE, Virtualization
- Cloud: AWS, Azure, Cloud management
- Security: Cybersecurity, System Isolation, Security basics
- Technical: PC Hardware, Troubleshooting, 3D fabrication, 3D design, Blender
Affiliations
Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) — Member
Certification
Cisco Networking Academy — CCNA: Enterprise Networking, Security, and Automation, TestOut Corporation — Certified PC Pro | May 2024, CompTIA — Competency in Networking | December 2024
Timeline
Independent Seller
eBay
01.2023 - Current
Project Contributor
Appen
01.2023
Custodian
School District
01.2022
IT - Network Specialist - AI, Cloud & Virtualization AAS
Milwaukee Area Technical College