Andrew Wills

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Cell Phone: 905-***-****

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Network Engineering/Security Analyst

Mohawk College graduate of the Computer Systems Technology – Network Engineering and Security Analyst program with four months experience working as a Service Desk Technician. A team player with good communication and problem solving skills who has a good understanding of wireless and wired networks and related protocols. A continuous learner who enjoys learning about new technologies and improving awareness of security solutions and recognizing threats. Available for work immediately.

Highlights of Qualifications

Able to troubleshoot and administer LAN/WAN systems, mainframe networks and computer workstations and peripheral equipment

Perform upgrades to hardware and software, implement security procedures/firewalls and set up connections to the internet

Set up and test PCs for new users, set up email addresses, set permissions and preferences

Experience performing data backups and recovery

Able to modify web pages, applets and scripts

Experience working with programming and scripting languages such as Python, PowerShell and SQL

Familiar with VMware and other virtualization software

Support users with concerns and utilize remote access as required and record issues in ticketing system

Capable of performing vulnerability audits and assessments

Experience working with Unix, Linux, Windows Server (2008/2012), Windows 7 to 10, operating systems

Familiar with SSH, HTTP, TTPS, SMTP, FTP, DNS

Education

Network Engineering and Security Analyst Diploma December 2019

Mohawk College, Hamilton ON

Achieved Dean’s Honours in Semesters 5 and 6

Program of studies included; HTML and CSS, Fundamentals of Unix, TCP/IP Internet Services, Virtualization, Wireless Networking, Microsoft Server Admin, Email Server Admin, Unix Security, Security Auditing and Forensics, Protocol Analysis and Troubleshooting, and PowerShell Admin Scripting

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Relevant Project

Mohawk College Capstone Project December 2019

This project involved the design and creation of a virtual network for a fictitious company. It began with the creation of the virtual machines used to host the router and the firewall. The next step included creating and configuring the active directory server to manage company computers and user accounts. An email server was created, and digital certificates were used to provide encryption when using email. A company, DMZ was created to host a web server as well as a honey pot server. Lastly, VPN was installed as an add-on for the firewall and configured for the use of two-factor authentication.

Relevant Experience

Student Service Desk Technician - Co-op Placement September 2018 - December 2018

City of Hamilton, Hamilton ON

Responded to employee calls, troubleshooting of point of sale software and computer issues

Escalated and documented technical issues as required

Ordered new phones, computers and replacement parts

Performed active directory management including unlocking user accounts/resetting passwords

Other Experience

Cashier July 2019 – March 2020

Upper Paradise Esso Gas Station, Hamilton ON

Janitor February 2016 - August 2016

Domco Food Services Canada, Balmertown ON

Core Technician July 2015 - September 2015

Goldcorp, Balmertown ON

Gas Attendant July 2014 to July 2015

XTR Gas Station, Redlake ON

Volunteer Experience

Helped run games at Red Lake High School auction fundraiser.

Volunteered to help coach Golden Learning Centre basketball team.

Volunteered at Relay for Life.

Hobbies and Interests

Enjoy playing computer games and working on projects. This involves keeping my computer hardware current, researching and replacing components to ensure compatibility and optimize performance. I also enjoy learning about new technologies.

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