I'm an IT veteran with over 25 years of experience across diverse industries, from education and retail to government and automotive. I am CompTIA A+ and Network+ certified. I excel at translating complex technical concepts into user-friendly language, mitigating security risks, resolving IT issues, and leading successful technology implementations.As an Eagle Scout and an adult volunteer with the Boy Scouts of America, I have extensive leadership and team management skills.𝙒𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙄 𝙗𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙩𝙤 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙩𝙖𝙗𝙡𝙚:➸ Expansive IT Expertise: Deep knowledge of desktop/server OS, cybersecurity tools, enterprise applications, network/infrastructure management, and project management.➸ Strong Leadership: Proven track record of building and managing high-performing IT teams, driving cost reduction, and optimizing IT budgets.➸ Technology Evangelist: Passionate about sharing knowledge and empowering others to leverage technology effectively.➸ Results-oriented: A history of delivering successful projects, improving system uptime, and enhancing user experience.𝙃𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙡𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩𝙨 𝙤𝙛 𝙢𝙮 𝙖𝙘𝙝𝙞𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙨:➸ Secured a 50% cost reduction by transitioning to a new firewall vendor and implementing high availability.➸ Successfully migrated 600+ users to new Exchange accounts with zero disruption.➸ Built a comprehensive Help Desk/IT Support system from scratch, saving $1500+ monthly.➸ Increased internet bandwidth by 4x and extended fiber throughout a school campus.I'm currently pursuing CompTIA Security+ and CySA+ certifications to further strengthen my cybersecurity expertise.Connect with me to discuss how I can help your business achieve its technology goals!