Experience
IT Specialist
GXC LLC, IT SpecialistNew York | July, 2024 - July, 2024
• Managed Microsoft user identities using Entra ID. • Provisioned Windows devices for users. • Educated users on how to safeguard information and accounts. • Proposed company wide best IT practices to C level executives for security and efficiency. • Created and implemented IT solutions with ROI in mind. • Provided level I,II and III IT support.
Information Technology Coordinator
Brooklyn Urban Garden Charter School, Technology CoordinatorBrooklyn, NY | April, 2023 - July, 2024
- Managed user accounts and devices through Google admin
- Transitioned key IT functions from an MSP to an in-house team, lowering costs and step up control over key IT systems.
- Lead and trained a junior tech team to deliver exceptional tech support.
- Worked with the Technology Manager to create scalable systems to progress success and efficacy for staff and students.
- Trained end users on how to use and maintain software and devices.
- Maintained and updated school endpoints.
- Presented budgetary suggestions to senior management, focusing on potential expense reductions and replacements for end of life devices and software.
- Oversaw technology deployment within the school.
- Created and implemented a cyber incident response plan.
- Set up VOIP phones and extensions using Grandstream PBX.
- Applied objects to a SonicWall firewall to block unwanted traffic
- Made an inventory of all technology within the school.
- Preformed regular security audits to ensure school was following the Nist cybersecurity framework.
- Conducted phishing campaigns using CanIPhish to ensure staff are aware of social engineering.
- Managed and administered Google Workspace to centralize school users, security polices and chrome devices configurations.
- Oversaw the implementation and management of Google Cloud services for students and staff.
- Junior Tech Team Corner
Electronic technician
Self Employed , Electronic repairmenQueens,NY | June, 2018 - February, 2021
- Diagnosed and repaired an assortment of electronics and appliances.
- Repaired appliances such as washing machines and refrigerators.
- Replaced screens and cameras on smart phones and tablets.
- Communicate and educate end users on how to keep their devices in good working condition.
- Conduct Hardware and software diagnostics in a timely manner.
- Installed and configured IOT devices such as Google home, Ring cameras, Ring chimes, Amazon Alexa and security cameras.
- Fixed and replaced parts on video game console and controllers.
IT Support
SCO Family of Services , Teaching Assistant/It SupportQueens, NY | February, 2018 - August, 2021
- Educated students and staff on how to maintain and repair endpoints.
- Developed a structured work study program.
- Set up thin clients for use with on premise smart boards.
- Taught technology classes.
- Applied updates to endpoints.
- Provided technical support to staff and students.
- Deployed student facing Ed tech solutions.
- Provisioned student and staff technology.
IT Service Desk Technician
Brooklyn Urban Garden Charter School , Digital Skills Teacher/ It Service DeskBrooklyn, New York | February, 2020 - April, 2023
- Answered and documented service tickets.
- Developed and managed a junior tech team.
- Taught tech enrichment classes.
- Identified and resolved network issues with Juniper network switches and wireless access points with Mist AI.
- Troubleshooted with tech equipment such as MacBooks, Chromebooks, Lenovo laptops, smart boards, Epson/Ricoh projectors and printers.
- Provided level I, II and III support to 60 staff members and 320 students.
- Created and executed a Data Loss Prevention Plan to ensure sensitive information is safeguarded.
- Provisioned laptops to students and staff for academic use.
- Installed malware protection on endpoints to ensure integrity and security of the school's IT infrastructure.
- Performed routine maintenance on Cisco switches and wireless access points.
- Assisted end users with software installations and configurations to limit user downtime.
- 3D Modeling Projects