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Washington, DC, US

Design, configure, and manage advanced AV systems integrated with QSC, Crestron, Shure, and Dante components.Lead AV installation projects, ensuring seamless integration with our existing IT and AV infrastructure.Conduct detailed site surveys and prepare system documentation, including schematics and workflows.Troubleshoot complex AV issues, ensuring.

Reston, VA, US

• Set up and install AV equipment such as microphones, sound speakers, video screens, projectors, video monitors, recording equipment, connecting wires and cables meetings and presentations.
• Set up and operate video and sound equipment.
• Work closely and coordinate with meeting organizer and users in preparation for the meeting.
• Monitor sound and video feeds to ensure quality and uninterrupted flow of the meeting or presentation.
• Ensure AV equipment including conference room computers are maintained and up to date with patches and updates.
• Conduct (outside of Standard Business Hours, if needed) physical weekly inspections of AV and conference room equipment in all conference rooms and provide weekly report of testing conducted and results.

Reston, VA, US

• Provided technical expertise in operating and maintaining audio/video, live broadcasting, webcasting, and conferencing systems for Commission meetings, public hearings, and technical conferences.
• Proficient with Crestron, Cisco, SMART Technologies, and Polycom equipment, as well as virtual meeting platforms such as Webex, Teams, and Zoom.
• Coordinated and collaborated with individual A/V and IT vendors to support complex conferencing systems.
• Planned, upgraded, and maintained version control of A/V devices and ensured timely security patching.
• Conducted preemptive maintenance on A/V systems and performed daily system health checks to ensure user operability.
• Skilled in operating audio/video control boards for live meetings and managing virtual components effectively.

Reston, VA, US

• Supporting MaaS360 Mobile Device Management
• Active Directory account management implementation and administration
• Microsoft Exchange/Office365 use and/or administration
• Install, connect to the network and maintain all computer hardware including PCs, laptops, tablets, printers, data collection devices and telephones
• Install and maintain computer software on users’ devices such as Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office Suite, Antivirus and Malware protection
• Conduct user training on approved software and hardware on an as required basis

Norfolk, VA, US

• Conducted AV and desktop research, providing leadership with insights on new technology and equipment to support informed decision-making and strategic planning.
• Delivered modernized conferencing experiences, enhancing overall communication and collaboration for faculty and staff.
• Maintained detailed records on hardware and software configurations, network performance, and setups, ensuring accurate and up-to-date documentation for operational efficiency and compliance.
• Managed procurement processes and inventory, overseeing purchasing and inventory management to meet operational needs while adhering to budgetary guidelines.
• Ensured all VTC devices were online and operational in all conference rooms, maintaining seamless communication capabilities.
• Fostered collaboration with internal and campus colleagues, gathering feedback to improve cross-departmental communication and continuously enhance the environment.

Virginia Beach, US

• Encrypted data transmissions and erected firewalls to protect confidential information during transmission and prevent tainted digital transfers.
• Developed comprehensive plans to safeguard computer files against accidental or unauthorized modification, destruction, or disclosure, and to address emergency data processing needs.
• Monitored data file usage and regulated access to ensure the security of information stored in computer files.
• Monitored reports of computer viruses to determine when to update and enhance virus protection systems.
• Modified computer security files to incorporate new software, correct errors, or adjust individual access statuses.
• Trained users and promoted security awareness, ensuring system security, and enhancing server and network efficiency.