Benaifur Khosravi
Gaithersburg, MD
818-***-**** - ********.********@*****.***
Green Card Holder
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
• 6+ years of Extensive experience in Systems Administration, Team manager and Desktop Support
• Technical expertise in maintaining servers, workstations in a Microsoft centric environment
• Solid experience with remote connection and troubleshooting using Microsoft Systems Center Configuration Manager and Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Group Policy
• In-depth knowledge of MS OS, applications (Vista, XP, 7, 8,10, Mac OS), Linux, Office Professional and common desktop applications such as Adobe Acrobat, Lotus Forms, browsers and networking, Android, I phone, Kaseya Ticketing System, RDC (Remote Desktop Connection)
• Proficient in MS Office Suite, Windows Server (2003 & 2008 & 2012), Network (LAN/WAN) and VM-ware, Hyper-V, Exchange sever, office 365,
• Expertise in diagnosing and solving problems affecting systems and network operations/printer
• Support to users of personal computers either by telephone, or on-site for PC desktop hardware and software packages
• Perform duties effectively and independently under demanding work environment and time constraints
• Communicate effectively both in writing and orally. Advanced linguistic skills in Farsi
• Excellent interpersonal skills and work collaboratively with clients, other technicians and vendor representatives
• Public trust, security clearance
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
American Institute Physic 09/2014 – present
IT Help Desk College Park, MD
• Provided phone, email and in-person customer support services to users
• Installed software and configured computers, Windows (8,10), Mac 10.10, printers, Sys Aid, Create the user and profile of them in Active Directory, Telephone server,
• Deployed computer images for laptops, Desktops, Mac
• Configured and resolved network printer problems, Windows, Mac Family Services Inc. 10/2013 – 5/2014
IT Support Specialist Gaithersburg, MD
• Provided systems administration and desktop support to an office of 500+ employees
• Installed software and configured computers, printers, voice and data systems, Kaseya Ticketing
• Assisted users in setting up workstations, printers, conference room phones and bridges
• In coordination with Network Operations, activated ports/drops and assisted with moves, add-ons, changes or removal of the IT equipment
• Provided training on information assurance policies, principles, and practices.
• Assisted with uploading system patches and application releases. Renault Automotive – Parts Division 08/2011 – 12/2012 Senior IT Helpdesk Support Tehran, Iran
• Performed tier-one helpdesk support and resolved service interruptions for desktop hardware, peripherals, VNC Server, and software applications,
• Installed software and configured computers, Mac, printers, voice and data systems,
• Assisted users in setting up workstations, printers, conference room phones and bridges Adyco Manufacturing, Computers and Software 01/2010 – 08/2011 Customer Service Representative Tehran, Iran
• Responsible for providing technical support services to customers via phone, email, and instant messaging.
• Diagnosed and resolved customer IT related inquiries and problems.
• Provided technical expertise in systems administration of workstations and servers. Processed daily run sheets and assisted with operations and planned maintenance.
• Participated in IT systems installations and maintenance and ensured that the equipment is setup properly and is fully functional.
Azad University 01/2006 – 01/2010
IT Team of Department Tehran, Iran
• Deployed computer images for laptops and desktops,
• Participated in IT systems installations and maintenance and ensured that the equipment is setup properly and is fully functional.
• Provided technical expertise in systems administration of workstations and servers. Processed daily run sheets and assisted with operations and planned maintenance.
• Assisted with uploading system patches and application releases. Additional Duties:
• Monitored IT support services such as Micro Soft operating systems and applications
• Participated in developing Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for software and support services
• Provided system administration support for assigned systems
• Assisted customers in resolving the hardware and software problems
• Participated in site surveys and ensured software installation practices and operating environments are in full compliance with desktop and network security standards
• Provided hands-on training to over 60 clients per month on computer programs and software applications EDUCATION
B.S. in Software Engineering 2005 - 2011
Azad University Tehran, Iran
CERTIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES
• Microsoft Certified IT Professional
• Microsoft Windows Server 2008
• Computer Hardware Engineering
• Network +