Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Certification
Accomplishments
Skills
Interests
Timeline
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Zechariah Shook

Greenville,SC

Summary

Possesses versatile skills in project management, problem-solving, and collaboration. Brings fresh perspective and strong commitment to quality and success. Recognized for adaptability and proactive approach in delivering effective solutions.

Tech-savvy innovator with hands-on experience in emerging technologies and passion for continuous improvement. Skilled in identifying opportunities for technological enhancements and implementing effective solutions. Adept at leveraging new tools and methods to solve problems and enhance productivity. Excels in adapting to fast-paced environments and driving technological advancements.

Overview

3
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

U.S Navy
Norfolk, VA

Information Technology Specialist
09.2021 - 06.2024

Job overview

  • Provided technical support and training to employees on various IT tools and applications.
  • Installed, maintained, and troubleshooted hardware and software systems like ShareDrive, Active directory, user profiles/groups, and VMs hosting our software for end-users within the organization.
  • Conducted manual and automated vulnerability assessments using industry standard tools such as Nessus on a daily basis.
  • Monitored security alerts from intrusion detection, prevention systems for any suspicious activities or events over secret and unclass enclaves.
  • 20+ hours of training soldiers of network and end point security leading to 0 intrusions within the network.
  • Knowledge of cryptographic systems and procedures for secure communications.
  • Experience in performing cryptologic tasks in support of military operations.
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a high-pressure and classified environment.
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills developed through collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
  • Proven track record of adhering to strict security protocols and regulations in handling sensitive information.
  • Set up network profiles, security permissions and file sharing systems.

U.S. Navy
Simpsonville, VA

Network Admin.
09.2021 - 06.2024

Job overview

  • Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
  • Completed preventive maintenance on machines to enhance production and maintain quality.
  • Researched and implemented new technologies and equipment.
  • Performed day-to-day LAN and WAN administration, maintenance, and support.
  • Identified and immediately resolved issues with network devices.
  • Managed data backups and disaster recovery operations to comply with business continuity initiatives.
  • Recommended development of plans for systems development and operations.
  • Managed computer operation scheduling, backup, storage and retrieval functions.
  • Monitored system performance and responded to alerts.
  • Maintained applications to keep software current with necessary software updates and upgrades.

Education

Mauldin High School
Mauldin, SC

High School Diploma
05.2021

Information Technology Military Traning
Groton, CT

Some College (No Degree) from Information Technology

Certification

  • Google Cybersecurity Professional - In progress
  • Security+
  • CEH
  • CISM

Accomplishments

  • Hold a TS/SCI level Security Clearance
  • Remote accessed into 200+ end-user laptop installing updated mcafee agent contributing to overall network health
  • Trained and led technical support teams of more than 11 support specialists.
  • Gradated in the top percentile of my Navy led IT technology class(es).
  • Award given for having the best network security within the East Coast fleet
  • Contributed to "Cyber C" on Board the USS Toledo

Skills

  • LAN protocols
  • End-user support
  • Network infrastructure updates
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Safety protocol
  • Project Coordination
  • IT service management
  • Confidential data management
  • Security Protocols
  • Device configuration
  • Task Prioritization
  • Network Administration
  • Permissions management
  • IT risk management
  • Information Security
  • Multi-tasking
  • Team leader
  • Perseverance
  • Adaptability

Interests

AI

Information Security

White hat hacking

Cybersecurity

Timeline

Information Technology Specialist

U.S Navy
09.2021 - 06.2024

Network Admin.

U.S. Navy
09.2021 - 06.2024

Mauldin High School

High School Diploma

Information Technology Military Traning

Some College (No Degree) from Information Technology
Zechariah Shook