Education:
Master of Science: Management & Leadership
Western Governors University - Salt Lake City, UT
MBA: International Business
Ashworth College - Norcross, Georgia
Graduated Summa Cum Laude
Member of Delta Epsilon Tau Honor Society
2010-01 - 2012-04
Bachelor of Science: Business Management
Western Governors University - Salt Lake City, UT
Certifications
Comptia: A+ CE, Network+ CE, Server+, Security+ CE
Microsoft: MCSE, Azure Administrator Associate
ISACA: CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor), CISM (Certified Information Security Manager)
PMI: PMP (Project Management Professional)
DOD 8570 Cert Eligible
IAT Level 1,2,3 Eligible
IAM Level 1,2,3 Eligible
CSSP Manager Eligible
Operations Management Training
NJ School Business Administrator Certification of Eligibility
Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (CLSSBB)
Culinary Arts Diploma
Career Highlights: Exceptionally motivated IT professional with 15 years of experience providing excellent customer and mission support. Manages multiple projects concurrently with insightful prioritization.
EXPERIENCE
2020-01 - 2022-04
Jr IT Project Manager (Remote)
Clayton COC, Glassboro, NJ
Construction/Technology Projects
Experienced in managing and delivering assigned projects.
Informed project status and issues to clients on regular basis.
Developed project plan, schedules and budget based on client requirements.
Maintained productive working relationships with stakeholders.
Managed vendor activities and maintained both new and existing vendor relationships.
Negotiated contracts
Cost Controlling
Reducing vendor related risks and ensuring service delivery
IT Support including creating username and passwords, password reset, hardware & software, wiring, installing projectors, smartboard, security cameras
2019-12 - 2020-06
IT Specialist (Nights & Weekend)
Sunplus Data Group, Remote, NJ
Provided on-call support for critical issues related to Microsoft Windows 7,8,10, Azure, Microsoft office 365
Configure, install, and maintain Mac systems, their peripherals, mobile devices and issues related to hardware and software
Followed up with clients to verify optimal customer satisfaction following support engagement and problem resolution
Increased customer satisfaction by resolving issues
Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service
Actively listened to customers' requests, confirming full understanding before addressing concerns
Microsoft Office 365 - Created and manage users in Microsoft Office 365, Import users, Create security groups, Manage spam and malware
Manage Users, Devices, and Groups in Azure Active Directory
Manage Enterprise Applications
Configure security features in Azure Active Directory
Configure Multi-Factor Authentication
Manage Azure and Azure AD Roles for delegation
Sync an on-premise Active Directory Domain Services to Azure Active Directory
Microsoft teams, Zoom, Google meets
09/2016 – 12/2019
IT Specialist/ Assistant IT Supervisor (MSP)
Advanced Computer Solutions Group, Mount Laurel, NJ
Maintained 300+ Windows computers and peripherals, including all configuring and monitoring
Configure, install, and maintain Mac systems, their peripherals, mobile devices and issues related to hardware and software
Provided coaching and counseling to 7 employees to encourage professional growth as well as meet short- and long-term goals
Lead small IT Projects
Removed malware, ransomware and other threats from laptops and desktop systems
Explained technical information in clear terms to promote better understanding for non-technical users and followed up with clients to verify optimal customer satisfaction
Provided technical support for issues related to Microsoft Windows 7,8,10, Azure, Microsoft office 365, Exchange
Worked with Active Directory, Group Policy
Microsoft Office 365 - Created and manage users in Microsoft Office 365, Import users, Create security groups, Manage spam and malware
Manage Users, Devices, and Groups in Azure Active Directory
Manage Enterprise Applications
Configure security features in Azure Active Directory
Configure Multi-Factor Authentication
Manage Azure and Azure AD Roles for delegation
Sync an on-premise Active Directory Domain Services to Azure Active Directory
Microsoft teams, Zoom, Google meets
2011-05 - 2016-08
Director of Operations (Fulltime Daytime Shift)
The Fisherhouse, Lawnside, NJ
Modernized and improved operational procedures to increase efficiency and profitability while tightly controlling costs such as labor and preventing waste
Collaborated with management, technical crew members and fellow supervisors to organize efficient operations and achieve demanding schedule targets
Directed team of 15 in operational development of service network, including implementation of quality requirements and operating standards
Hired and directed teams of 15 employees to achieve daily and long-term operations and business goals
Overseeing Budget and providing cost saving methods by 30 percent
Fund accounting
Budgeting
2012-09 - 2015-04
IT Technician (Nights & Weekends remote) (MSP)
Sterling High School/ SJTP, Somerdale, NJ
Handled all desktop support issues in a high volume company
Handled trouble tickets 25% faster than other desktop support engineers.
Kept over 300 employees up and running on windows xp,7,8,10 along with other software programs
Configure, install, and maintain Mac systems, their peripherals, mobile devices and issues related to hardware and software
2006-05 - 2009-07
Director of Information Technology
Education Advance Schools Association, Mount Laurel, NJ
Worked with MSP (Managed service providers) vendors
Taught staff, parents and students how to use database and technical equipment
Managed a team of 6 IT Technicians
Fostered positive working environment that encouraged innovation, collaboration and accountability and managed end-user needs with functional and security responsibilities
OPERATING SYSTEMS HARDWARE
Windows 7,8,10,11
MacOSX
Windows Server 2008, 2012, 2016, SQL Server
Linux
Repaired Dell, Hp, Acer, Asus, Macbook, Chromebook computers
Replaced Hard drives, Memory, CPU, Motherboards, Power supplies
APPLICATIONS Ticket System
Oracle Virtual Box
Microsoft Azure AD
Office 365 Administration
Google Suite
Microsoft Project
JAMF
Jira
Smartsheet
ConnectWise
School Dude
Service Now
Freshdesk
Remote Software Imaging Software
Teamviewer
RDP
Logmein
RemotePC
QuickAssist
Altiris
Ghost
Microsoft MDM
True Image
Highlights Scripting
Budgeting and forecasting
Contracts Management
Risk Management
Vendor Sourcing
MSP
HIPAA
Project Planning, reporting and support
IT Management
Staff Management
PCI DSS
Powershell (basic knowledge)