Andre Allwood
Profile
An energetic New Graduate Network Security Professional and Network Administrator with strong networking skills Experienced in private companies and academic milieus, strong attention to details, good interpersonal skills, highly self- motivated and directed, able to quickly learn and adopt new technologies
Educational Background
Network Security Professional
Diploma
Willis College, Ottawa, On
Key Courses:
A+, Network+, MS Windows 7, MS Windows 8.1
Windows Server 2012-20410D, 20411D, 20412D
CCNA - Certified Cisco Network Administrator
Linux, Exchange Server 2013-20341B, Fortinet devices
Professional Development
Fortinet devices, Linux, CCNA Willis College Ottawa, On
Applied Experience
Reference # 6
Willis College
Project: Deploy and manage Exchange Server 2013-20341D
Ottawa, On
Jun 2015 – Jun 2015
Network Security Professional / Network Administrator
Evaluated requirements and prerequisites for an Exchange Server 2013 installation
Configured mailbox servers and managed recipient Objects
Planned, and deployed client access servers
Planned and configured messaging client connectivity, message transport and message security
Implemented high availability and disaster recovery for Exchange Server 2013
Configured Administrative Security and Auditing and monitored and troubleshot Exchange Server 2013
Environment: Microsoft Windows Exchange Server 2013-20341D, servers, disaster recovery
Professional Experience
Reference # 5
Marketing Solutions
Ottawa, Ont.
Nov 2015 - Dec 2015
Call Center Agent
Determined requirements by working with customers
Answered inquiries by clarifying desired information, researched, located and provided information
Resolved problems by clarifying issues, researched and explored answers and alternative solutions, implemented solutions and escalated unresolved problems
Fulfilled requests by clarifying desired information, completing transactions and forwarding requests
Sold additional services by recognizing opportunities to up-sell accounts, while explaining new features
Maintained call center database by entering information
Kept equipment operational by following established procedures and reporting malfunctions
Updated job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities
Enhanced organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests and exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments
Reference #4
Self – Employed
Client: Willis College
Ottawa, On
Oct 2014 – Dec 2014
Network Security Professional / Network Administrator
Monitored computer networks for security threats or unauthorized users and identified compromised machines and reported on security measures taken to address threats
Analyzed security risks and developed response procedures, tested software deployment tools, firewalls and intrusion detection systems
Researched, evaluated, recommended and implemented security devices and installed computer security software, conducted regular security audits, prepared security status reports, educated users on computer security, created security documentation for users, assisted in disaster recovery and gathering evidence regarding cyber crimes
Deployed and managed Windows server 2012
Installed Domain Controllers
Managed Active Directory Domain Services Objects
Automated ADDS Administration by using Windows Power Shell
Implemented IPV4, DHCP, DNS and IPV6
Configured Redundant Storage Space
Implemented File and Print Services
Secured windows Server by using Group Policy Objects
Configured App locker and windows Firewall
Implemented Server Virtualization with Hyper-V
Ensured functionalities were implemented according to specifications
Environment: Windows Server 2012-20410D, domain controllers, Active Directory, Windows PowerShell, Group Policy, firewalls, Virtualization, Hyper-V
Reference #3
Soul Restaurant Canada
Ottawa, On
Aug 2010 – Jan 2014
Shift Manager / Food Services Manager
Responsible for customer service and checkout area, for prompt and accurate processing of customer orders
Supervised staff to ensure loss prevention systems and procedures were performed according to guidelines
Calculated daily/ shift payments received and reconciled with total sales, made daily bank deposits and balanced in a timely, efficient, professional and accurate manner adhering to established regulations
Verified and balanced the accuracy of the count sheets, issued the required floats and receivables, verified weekly cash orders and performed suggestive selling
Strictly adhered to departmental rules and regulations regarding the handling of all cash
Complied with safety procedures including, use of required safety equipment, and identified unsafe practices or conditions in the work place
Supervised Soul Restaurants operations, regularly to ensure compliance with security policies and procedures in order to secure company assets
Environment: IBM Sure POS systems, Microsoft Office, MS Outlook
Reference #2
Giuseppina Palace
Ottawa, On
Oct 2009 - Aug 2010
Server
Set up banquet rooms and halls as per instructions from the Event Manager, prepared rooms in terms of adjusting lights and setting appropriate temperature and ensured that all decorations had been set in accordance to the instructions
Made sure that tables were set with linen, dishware and flatware, filled glasses with water before guests arrived and refilled them during the course of the event
Greeted guests in a cordial manner as they arrived, offered welcome drinks and asked guests if they needed any additional items
Set banquet tables with dishes, carried food trays to the tables, ensured food was replenished efficiently
Delivered beverages as per guests’ instructions and anticipated guest needs continually and fulfilled them appropriately
Cleared dishes and flatware once the event had ended, then cleaned premises along with stripping table cloths and napkins and taking down decorations as instructed
Reference #1
Cell World Canada
Ottawa, On
Dec 2008 – Oct 2009
Customer Service Representative / Help Desk Representative
Dealt directly with customers by telephone, electronically and face to face, responded promptly to customer inquiries, handled and resolved customer complaints
Obtained and evaluated all relevant information to handle product and service inquiries, provided pricing and delivery information
Performed customer verifications, set up new customer accounts, processed orders, forms, applications and requests
Organized workflow to meet customer timeframes and directed requests and unresolved issues to the designated resource
Managed customers' accounts, kept records of customer interactions and transactions, recorded details of inquiries, comments and complaints, details of actions taken
Prepared and distributed customer activity reports
Maintained customer databases and managed administration
Communicated and coordinated with internal department and followed up on customer interactions
Provided feedback on the efficiency of the customer service process
Skills and Attributes
Network Security Tools and Knowledge
Domain Controllers, Server Virtualization with Hyper-V
ADDS Administration, Windows Power Shell, IPV4, DHCP
DNS, IPV6, Redundant Storage Space, File and Print Services, Windows Server, Group Policy Objects, Windows Firewall
Active Directory Domain Services Objects, Windows Server 2012, Hyper-V
Office Tools
MSOffice 95/97/2000/XP/XP Prof/Vista, Excel, MS Outlook,, Internet Explorer
Operating Systems Knowledge?
Windows Server 2012-20410D, 20411D, 20412D, Linux
Language Skills
English