ANDREW BERKOWITZ
***************@***.*** 516-***-**** 3015 W29 ST Brooklyn, United States 11224
Professional Summary
Helpdesk/Desktop Support professional with 20 years of experience in managing and securing various systems and software. Expert in Mac, IOS, and Microsoft operating systems, with robust skills in network administration and customer service. Adept at data migration, backup, and recovery, striving to enhance IT infrastructure and user experience. overseen and managed a company with over 20 employees in the day-to-day operations, purchasing tools and materials. designed and implemented contracts for simple to complex I.T. needs of our customers ranging from the design and installation and administration of access control system, security and camera systems, data migration and roll outs for large institutions such as universities and data centers. small and large offices. provided solutions for hardware and software updates and upgrades based on client's needs and expansions and implemented security and data backup solutions for all clients.
Skills
Microsoft operating systems and software
Desktop hardware and peripherals
Server administration and security
IP and SIP phone systems
Mac and IOS systems and software
Network administration and security
Customer service using ticket-based service request platforms
Data migration, backup, and recovery
Customer Support
Innovation management
IT service management
Network Architecture
Disaster Recovery
Proposal Development
Technical leadership
Technology Integration
Operations Management
Proficiency in [Technology]
Reporting capabilities
Training and mentoring
Business Administration
Contractor Oversight
Contract Management
Staffing and recruiting
Risk Management
Disaster Recovery Planning
Operating systems
Client/server networks
Staff Management
Employment History
IDR Brooklyn
Chief Technical Officer
06/2017 - 06/2024
Managed remote desktop support, resolving complex technical issues and optimizing system performance for enhanced productivity across distributed teams
Streamlined remote desktop processes, reducing average resolution time and improving user satisfaction scores through proactive troubleshooting
Implemented cutting-edge remote support tools, enabling seamless collaboration and drastically reducing downtime for remote employees.
Education
Katherine Gibbs New York City Associates degree computer science in Computer Science GPA 3.7