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Galion, OH, US

Troy, Ohio, US

• As an IT professional, I focus on ensuring high system availability and minimizing disruptions by actively managing both cloud and on-premises systems. Through regular upgrades, configuration management, and prompt.
• Improved business continuity planning by managing disaster recovery processes and optimizing backup schedules.
• Maximized productivity and reduced downtime by delivering Tier 2 and 3 Office 365 support, resolving complex user issues across SharePoint, Azure, and licensing systems
• Ensured systems maintained high performance and reduced risk of performance bottlenecks by performing routine system updates and capacity planning.

Chandler, Arizona, US

• I enhanced organizational security by conducting thorough vulnerability assessments, identifying potential risks, and taking proactive steps to mitigate them. This effort significantly reduced security incidents and.
• Ensured compliance with industry standards and regulations by assisting in development and implementation of comprehensive security policies and procedures.
• Increased accountability and transparency in security operations by providing support in investigating and resolving security incidents, including conducting forensic analysis and reporting findings to management

Phoenix, Arizona, US

• I implemented robust backup and disaster recovery protocols that significantly reduced the risk of data loss and minimized recovery time during outages. By ensuring that critical data was protected, I helped the.
• Optimized Windows server performance and stability, reducing system downtime and enhancing overall operational efficiency.
• Streamlined Active Directory management, improving user account security and access control, resulting in fewer unauthorized access incidents.

Phoenix, Arizona, US

• I increased system uptime and ensured seamless operations by managing complex IT infrastructure, including servers, networks, and databases. By carefully overseeing these systems, I helped maintain their reliability.
• Secured business continuity and mitigated data loss by performing regular system backups and disaster recovery planning.
• Improved efficiency and productivity by partnering with cross-functional teams to identify and integrate technology solutions

Chandler, Arizona, US

• I optimized server management and scalability by effectively integrating Azure cloud infrastructure with our on-premise systems. This integration not only improved resource allocation but also allowed for greater.
• Improved network performance and reliability by designing and maintaining Windows and Azure-based networks, managing 15 physical and virtual servers.
• Enhanced decision-making on corporate technology initiatives by researching and recommending cost-effective technical solutions that aligned with business goals.
• Increased network stability and reduced connectivity issues by installing, configuring, and supporting critical DHCP and DNS services.
• Strengthened compliance and reduced audit risks by contributing to successful remediation of SOX audit findings.
• Boosted data protection and minimized security breaches by maintaining, implementing, and enforcing Corporate IT and Data security policies and procedures.

Minneapolis, Minnesota, US

• I ensured optimal server performance and high availability by effectively managing and maintaining our server infrastructure, which resulted in minimal downtime. My proactive approach to system management allowed us to.
• Enhanced system performance and user experience by collaborating with cross-functional teams to plan and execute successful system upgrades and migrations.
• Increased infrastructure reliability and reduced maintenance costs through proactive management of server infrastructure, preventing performance bottlenecks.
• Reduced data loss risks and ensured business continuity by maintaining consistent and automated disaster recovery framework.
• Improved cross-team collaboration and streamlined system improvements by coordinating technology upgrades with key stakeholders, ensuring seamless execution.

Bachelor Of Science - Bs Cybersecurity And Information Assurance

Associate'S Degree, Computer Science